A Day at the Fair

By Lesléa Newman, Loretta Lopez
Paperback: $6.50

After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride-the ride home!

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Un día en la feria
By Lesléa Newman, Loretta Lopez

Description

After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride-the ride home!

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About the Creators

Lesléa Newman

Lesléa Newman is the author of eighty books for readers of all ages. She has received numerous awards for her work, including two Stonewall Book Award Honors, two National Jewish Book Awards, the Massachusetts Book Award, and a creative writing fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. From 2008–2010, she served as the poet laureate of Northampton, MA. Visit her online at lesleakids.com.

Loretta Lopez

Loretta Lopez who was born in El Paso, Texas, earned a fine arts degree at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York, and now lives in New York City. Visit her online at lorettalopez.com.

Paperback

  • ISBN 9781584308652
  • Publication Date Dec 01, 2001
  • Trim Size N/A
  • Weight 0.125 lbs
  • Page Count 8
  • Word Count 42
  • Interests

  • Audience Children
  • Themes Childhood Experiences and Memories, Families, Fiction, Games / Toys, Latinx / Latino / Hispanic, Realistic Fiction
  • Reading Levels

  • Age Range Ages 6 - 6
  • Grade Range 1
  • Guided Reading C
  • DRA 3
  • Interest Level 1
  • Lexile Code AD
  • Lexile Level 20
  • Reading Level 1
  • Bebop Reading Early Emergent
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      The Goat Goes to Town

      Chaos ensues when a goat shows up in the middle of a Caribbean town. Luckily our young narrator knows just what to do to save the day.

      The Ladybug Is Sad

      A ladybug is sad. Could it be that it is missing some spots?

      What Should I Wear?

      What should this boy wear in different kinds of weather? The clues in this book will help you figure out the answers.

      At the Firehouse with Dad

      An Asian Indian boy joins his firefighter dad at work for the day. See what happens and who he meets at the fire station.

      De Colores: A Song About the Seasons

      Open this book to learn a traditional Spanish song about the seasons of the year.

      Happy New Year!

      Read this book to see how one family celebrates the new year.

      Hey! You're Eating My Homework

      After making a birdfeeder for a school project, a young Latino boy discovers that his creation attracts some unwanted attention.

      I Feel Happy

      Many things make this girl happy. Read this book to find out what they are.

      Mr. Egg Head

      Mr. Egg Head was sitting on a crate. Read this rhyming story to find out what happened to him.

      Nana Flor's Flowers

      Read this book to find out how Nana Flor uses these materials to make flowers for her neighborhood.

      Oh, Wow!

      Five sheepherders took their sheep to a pasture. Read this folktale from Mexico to find out what happened.

      Our Apartment

      A girl and her family live in an apartment. See how an apartment is the same as or different from where you live.

      Pencil Talk and Other School Poems

      A simple school day is a lot more fun when you add a little poetry! Follow along for a fresh look at spelling tests, recess, music class and more, in this spirited collection of school day poems.

      Places Where I Play

      Read about a boy and the spacial places where he likes to play and pretend.

      Pop Pop and Grandpa

      A young boy goes to visit his African American grandfather in the Southern United States and his Latino grandfather in the Caribbean. His two grandfathers may be different, but they have one special thing in common.

      Pran's Week of Adventure

      When the car has to go to the shop, Pran and his mother, Mrs. Patel, try a new way to get to school each day. The results are a wacky week full of misadventure!

      Silent Sam

      Gus is trying to teach his parrot Sam to speak, but Sam doesn't seem to be interested in learning. When Sam finally speaks, will Gus regret ever teaching him?

      The Five Brothers

      Five brothers live on a farm. Read to find out what each of them does there.

      The Naughty Boy and the Three Bears

      A naughty boy visits the house of three bears. What do you think will happen?

      What Can I Buy?

      A boy saved his money to buy a toy for his new baby sister, Read this book to find out what he finally bought.

      What I Read

      A boy likes to read before going to sleep. With each story, he takes an imaginary trip.

      What's In the Box?

      Can you guess what's in the box? Read this story to find out.

      Are We There Yet, Mom?

      Zoey and her mom are going on a long trip. Follow along as they travel from state to state.

      Can You Top That?

      A hip and fun counting book featuring children of diverse backgrounds, each trying to outdo the others by imagining animals that grow more and more fantastic.

      I Was So Scared!

      A young boy is so scared. Read this book to see why he felt this way.

      I'm Heading to the Rodeo

      On her way to school one morning, a young Native American girl gets a taste of the rodeo adventure she daydreams about.

      It Is Better to Give Than to Receive

      Read this story to learn what this saying means: "It is better to give than to receive."

      Marina the Whale

      Read this story to find out what happens when Marina the whale doesn't listen to her mother.

      My Dolls

      A girl has four little dolls. Read this book to find out what makes each one special.

      Surprise Moon

      On a Fall night, a Vietnamese American boy named Nick shows his friends how to celebrate the Autumn Moon Festival, a special holiday in his father's home country. See which part of the celebration Nick likes the best.

      The Gingerbread Girl

      The gingerbread girl thinks she is very smart. Read this book to see what happens to her.

      The Memory Trunk

      Join a girl as she learns about some of the special things in her grandma's memory trunk.

      The Sad Chick

      Once there was a chick that was sad and lonely. Read this story to find out why it feels this way.

      Where I Learn

      A boy learns different things in different places. Read to find out where he goes and what he learns.

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      A Birthday Meal for Dad

      It's Dad's birthday. Read this story to learn how to prepare Dad's favorite meal.

      African Dance

      Join an African Dance troupe as they get ready for their show. See how they move and learn where the dances came from.

      Alicia's Butterflies

      Alicia has blue, yellow, and red thread. Look inside this book to see how she uses the thread to make special butterflies.

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      Elizabeti's Doll - Bebop

      A young Tanzanian girl finds a special doll, and realizes how much she loves the doll when she almost loses her.

      Mud Tortillas

      See what kind of mischief two Latino sisters get into when they decide to make their own tortillas-out of mud!

      Rumpelstiltskin

      Open the book to read the tale of a father, his son, and the elf who helps them.

      Searching for a Real Princess

      Prince Lalo is searching for a real princess. Read this fun retelling of The Princess and the Pea to find out if he is successful..

      Ten Oni Drummers - Bebop

      Ten friendly goblins beat their drums to keep nightmares away from a young Japanese boy as he sleeps.

      The Journey of Carlos and Ceci

      Carlos y Ceci van de viaje alrededor del sistema solar. Lee este cuento para que veas adónde van.

      Carlos and Ceci are off on a journey around the solar system. Read this story to find out where they go.

      The Magic Rabbit

      See what happens when a magic rabbit is asked to grant too many wishes.

      Tiny Tony

      Tony is a tiny boy, but he can do many things even though he is very small.

      Two Sweet Peas

      In a story told through poetry, two girls-one African American and one Latina, become friends and plan a way to honor special members of their families.

      When I Grow Up

      What do you want to be when you grow up? Read this book to find out about some of the jobs you might have.

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      Which One Holds More?

      Do you know how liquids are measured? Come join a magician who will show you how.

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      Ari the Mermaid

      Things changed for Ari the mermaid when Cassie the mermaid arrived. Read this story to find out what happened.

      Fabio and the Mayan Festival

      Fabio would like a poncho to wear at the Mayan cultural festival. Read this story to find out what happens.

      I Am a Teapot

      Read this book to find out about different teas made from herbs and spices and how they might help you.

      Lupita and David

      Lupita and David did not obey their mother. Read this retelling of "Hansel and Gretel" to find out what happened to them.

      My Steps - Bebop

      An African American girl shares the private world of playtime on her front steps over each of the four seasons.

      Quetzalcóatl's Corn

      Read this story to discover the Mexican legend of how corn came to the ancient Aztec people.

      Sweet Memories

      A woman has sweet memories of childhood visits to her grandparents' home. Read this story to find out what they are.

      The Three Piglets

      Read this story to find out what happened to three little pigs that never obeyed their mother.

      The Three Wishes

      Read this story to find out what happens when a man makes wishes without thinking.

      Who Lives Here?

      Read the clues about famous stories. Then see if you can answer the question, Who lives here?

      The Girl in a Red Cape

      A little girl was taking a basket of food to her grandparents. Read to find out what happened along the way.

      The Two Volcanoes

      Open this book to read the Aztec legend of Izta, Popo, and the two volcanoes.

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      Bebop English Guided Reading Level C
      Collection of 52 books: $343.45

      I Love Recess!

      A boy shows us some of the things he likes to play during recess.

      My Bicycle

      A bicycle has many parts. Read this book to find out what they are.

      My Birthday

      Birthday parties are fun. See how one girl celebrates her special day.

      My School

      This girl is very happy when she goes to school. Read about why she likes her school so much.

      My Teacher

      Read this book to find out all the things a girl's teacher helps her learn.

      My Mommy

      In this book a boy tells about some some of the reasons why he loves his mommy.

      My Puppy Chata

      The puppy Chata sometimes misbehaves. Read about some of the naughty things it does.

      My Piñata

      Piñatas come in different shapes and sizes. Which piñata will a boy choose for his party?

      My Grandpa Joe

      Read this book to find out what a boy does with Grandpa Joe every day of the week.

      Is the Mouse Afraid?

      Is a little mouse afraid of any animals-big or small?

      My Brother, Paco

      Rain is coming. Read this book to find out what Paco and his brother do to get ready.

      Game Time!

      Dora and Dad are getting ready to play soccer. This book tells about the special things they need to wear to play the game.

      Taking a Bath

      Read to find out what happens when a young boy takes a bath.

      The Necklaces

      In this book you will learn how to make a necklace.

      At the Market

      A boy and his mama go shopping at an outdoor market. Find out what they buy to make a delicious breakfast.

      Snow Cones

      Three children enjoy yummy snow cones in different colors and flavors.

      Who Is My Best Friend?

      A girl tells about some of the things she and her best friend-her dad-do together.

      My Snowpal

      It has just snowed. See how one boy makes his own special snowpal.

      My Favorite Foods

      A girl is having a party. Find out what her favorite foods are and who makes them for her.

      New Shoes

      A boy is proud of his clean, new shoes. But once he starts to play, his new shoes get dirty.

      Many Beans

      A group of children use dried beans to make instruments for a school concert.

      Grandma Alma

      A girl searches around the house and garden to find her grandma Alma.

      Rosa and Her Friends

      Read this book to find out what Rosa and her friends like to do together.

      We Are All Friends

      Three dinosaur friends talk about how they are the same and different.

      Wave Goodbye

      A joyful workout for young bodies and imaginations. There are so many different ways to wave goodbye!

      100 Day

      A class of kindergarten children celebrate the 100th day of school.

      Snapshots

      A Japanese American girl plays on a trampoline while her grandfather tries to take her picture.

      Juicy Peach

      Three African American boys find, pick, and eat a perfect juicy peach.

      Loose Tooth

      An African American girl wonders throughout the week when her loose front tooth will come out.

      Train Ride

      An African American boy experiences the excitement of his very first train ride with his parents.

      A Day at the Fair

      After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride-the ride home!

      Bath Time

      A Puerto Rican boy prepares for his nighttime bath by filling the tub with all his favorite things.

      Cleaning Day

      While helping her father with cleaning day chores, a Cuban American girl's best intentions sometime have humorous results.

      Fish Print

      Three Latina girls show how to make a colorful fish print.

      Hello Flower

      An Asian Indian boy tries out his green thumb when he plants a flower from seed, nurtures it, and watches it bloom.

      Laundry Day

      Two Navajo children help their mom do the weekly wash at the laundromat.

      Make a Turkey

      A Japanese American boy demonstrates a fun classroom project - making a picture of a turkey from a handprint.

      Mom is a Painter

      A Chinese American boy watches his mother, an artist, as she colorfully paints several things, including him!

      On Our Farm

      While spending the day working on their farm, a Latina girl and her father discover that working together is lots of fun.

      Everybody Wears Braids

      A celebration of the many different ways a multiracial group of seven friends braid their hair.

      Time for Tacos

      A Mexican American boy and his father spend time together making tacos, and eating them!

      We Eat Rice

      A Korean American girl and boy love rice so much they eat it all the time and in many different ways.

      What a Street!

      After a street fair, a group of friends clean up and change their street from a messy street into a neat street.

      Where is my Puppy?

      A Vietnamese American boy searches all over the house for his puppy, who is always hiding just out of sight.

      Yoga Class

      An Indian American girl and her friends try a series of different poses in a yoga class.

      Splash!

      From the sink to the lake, a group of children have fun splashing in the water.

      Ten Bears

      Learn to count with ten little bears.

      In My House

      Find out about the rooms in one boy's home. What rooms do you have in your home?

      At the Zoo

      Have you ever been to a zoo? This book tells about some of the animals you may see at a zoo.

      In My Garden

      Find out about some of the many bugs that you might see in a garden.

      The Clever Fly

      Practice counting with a clever little fly.

      My Five Senses

      Can you name your five senses? This book shows what you can do with each of them.

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    • 100
      Early Emergent English
      Collection of 100 books: $680.90

      In the Desert

      Many different animals live in the desert. This book tells you about some of them.

      My Five Senses

      Can you name your five senses? This book shows what you can do with each of them.

      My Birthday

      Birthday parties are fun. See how one girl celebrates her special day.

      My Bicycle

      A bicycle has many parts. Read this book to find out what they are.

      A Wedding

      Have you ever been to a wedding? This book tells you some of the things you will see there.

      Uncle Peter's Farm

      Lots of animals live on Uncle Peter's farm. This book tells you about some of them.

      This Is My Home

      Meet children from different lands.

      See their different kinds of homes.

      The Shapes

      This book will show you that shapes are everywhere all around us.

      A Salad

      Do you like salad? This book shows you how to make a delicious salad. Mmmm!

      The Rodeo

      A young boy went to a rodeo. What do you think he saw there?

      The Rainbow

      What colors do you see in a rainbow? Read this book and learn what they are.

      My Toys

      A boy has many toys. Read and find out which ones he likes to play with best.

      My Chores

      A boy helps his dad with many chores. This book tells you what they do together.

      My Grandpa Joe

      Read this book to find out what a boy does with Grandpa Joe every day of the week.

      I Dance!

      Meet a girl who tells us all about the things she needs so that she is ready to dance.

      I Can Dress Myself

      A boy dresses himself to go to school. Find out what he puts on each day.

      I Am Not Afraid

      Meet a boy who is not afraid of anything, not even monsters!

      The Flower

      With this book you can learn to plant a seed and grow a pretty flower.

      In My House

      Find out about the rooms in one boy's home. What rooms do you have in your home?

      In My Garden

      Find out about some of the many bugs that you might see in a garden.

      The Clever Fly

      Practice counting with a clever little fly.

      At the Zoo

      Have you ever been to a zoo? This book tells about some of the animals you may see at a zoo.

      The Soup

      This book tells you about some of the ingredients that can be used to make a yummy soup.

      My Body

      Join a young boy as he names and counts some of his body parts.

      Meet My Family

      A young girl introduces us to all the members of her family.

      I Love Recess!

      A boy shows us some of the things he likes to play during recess.

      100 Day

      A class of kindergarten children celebrate the 100th day of school.

      Wave Goodbye

      A joyful workout for young bodies and imaginations. There are so many different ways to wave goodbye!

      We Are All Friends

      Three dinosaur friends talk about how they are the same and different.

      Rosa and Her Friends

      Read this book to find out what Rosa and her friends like to do together.

      Grandma Alma

      A girl searches around the house and garden to find her grandma Alma.

      Many Beans

      A group of children use dried beans to make instruments for a school concert.

      New Shoes

      A boy is proud of his clean, new shoes. But once he starts to play, his new shoes get dirty.

      My Favorite Foods

      A girl is having a party. Find out what her favorite foods are and who makes them for her.

      My Snowpal

      It has just snowed. See how one boy makes his own special snowpal.

      Who Is My Best Friend?

      A girl tells about some of the things she and her best friend-her dad-do together.

      Snow Cones

      Three children enjoy yummy snow cones in different colors and flavors.

      At the Market

      A boy and his mama go shopping at an outdoor market. Find out what they buy to make a delicious breakfast.

      At the Beach

      You can see many things at the beach, but you also need to be careful about something you may not see!

      Taking a Bath

      Read to find out what happens when a young boy takes a bath.

      Game Time!

      Dora and Dad are getting ready to play soccer. This book tells about the special things they need to wear to play the game.

      My Brother, Paco

      Rain is coming. Read this book to find out what Paco and his brother do to get ready.

      Is the Mouse Afraid?

      Is a little mouse afraid of any animals-big or small?

      Ten Bears

      Learn to count with ten little bears.

      The Necklaces

      In this book you will learn how to make a necklace.

      My Teacher

      Read this book to find out all the things a girl's teacher helps her learn.

      My School

      This girl is very happy when she goes to school. Read about why she likes her school so much.

      My Puppy Chata

      The puppy Chata sometimes misbehaves. Read about some of the naughty things it does.

      My Piñata

      Piñatas come in different shapes and sizes. Which piñata will a boy choose for his party?

      My Mommy

      In this book a boy tells about some some of the reasons why he loves his mommy.

      Eggs, Eggs, Eggs

      Many animals come from eggs.

      Read about some of them

      in this book.

      Jump Rope

      A group of girls and boys have fun taking turns jumping rope on the playground.

      Juicy Peach

      Three African American boys find, pick, and eat a perfect juicy peach.

      How Do I Help?

      Open this book to meet some people who help us every day.

      Here Comes the Bus

      A Chinese American girl takes the bus to school and greets her friends, one by one, at each stop.

      Hello Flower

      An Asian Indian boy tries out his green thumb when he plants a flower from seed, nurtures it, and watches it bloom.

      Golden Dragon Parade

      Chinese New Year is here.

      Come along to the Golden Dragon Parade.

      Flora's Box

      With a cardboard box and a little imagination, Flora creates a world of fun. Whether she's in, under, or next to the box, her ideas have no limits-but the box does!

      Fish Print

      Three Latina girls show how to make a colorful fish print.

      First Day of School

      From saying goodbye to Mom to finding a new friend, a young Latino boy experiences a range of emotions on his very first day of school.

      Family Picnic

      An African American boy and his extended family have a fun-filled reunion in the park.

      Everybody Wears Braids

      A celebration of the many different ways a multiracial group of seven friends braid their hair.

      Can I Have a Pet?

      During a trip to the zoo, an African American girl tries to convince her mother to get her an exotic pet.

      Laundry Day

      Two Navajo children help their mom do the weekly wash at the laundromat.

      Counting Pumpkins

      Join two friends counting pumpkins-

      and find a surprise at the end!

      Cold and Hot

      An African American boy's family lovingly piles so much clothing on him that he quickly goes from feeling cold to feeling hot.

      Cleaning Day

      While helping her father with cleaning day chores, a Cuban American girl's best intentions sometime have humorous results.

      Carmen's Colors

      A Mexican American girl and her mother go to the outdoor market and buy an array of colorful items.

      Can You Eat a Rainbow?

      Look inside this book to find out if you really can eat a rainbow.

      Big Snowball Fight

      A group of Cuban American children gather one-by-one on a snowy day, adding up to a great big snowball fight.

      Big or Little?

      On her way to the park, an African American girl sizes up herself and the world around her.

      Big Cats, Little Cats

      Big wild cats and little tame cats.

      Are they alike? Look inside and see.

      Best Friends

      Join two best friends, an Asian Indian boy and girl, as they spend an active day outdoors running, climbing, sliding, and more.

      Batter Up

      An African American girl scores for her team by hitting a home run.

      Bath Time

      A Puerto Rican boy prepares for his nighttime bath by filling the tub with all his favorite things.

      The Best Shoes

      There are so many kinds of shoes.

      Which ones are the best?

      Oh No, Domino!

      The story of a boy attempting to play fetch with his dog, who brings back assorted round objects when the ball is lost.

      Yum, Apples!

      Learn how apples grow from tiny seeds

      into big, red fruit. Yum, apples!

      Yoga Class

      An Indian American girl and her friends try a series of different poses in a yoga class.

      Where is my Puppy?

      A Vietnamese American boy searches all over the house for his puppy, who is always hiding just out of sight.

      What Do You See at the Pond?

      A young Asian American boy and his mother see all kinds of animals in the pond. But there's something else the boy sees in the pond too-his own reflection!

      What Time Is It?

      See how a young boy

      goes through his busy day,

      hour by hour.

      What Can Fly?

      A bird can fly. A plane can fly.

      What else can fly?

      What a Street!

      After a street fair, a group of friends clean up and change their street from a messy street into a neat street.

      We Play Music

      It's a celebration of sound when a group of neighborhood children gather on a stoop to play their instruments.

      We Eat Rice

      A Korean American girl and boy love rice so much they eat it all the time and in many different ways.

      Time for Tacos

      A Mexican American boy and his father spend time together making tacos, and eating them!

      Train Ride

      An African American boy experiences the excitement of his very first train ride with his parents.

      A Day at the Fair

      After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride-the ride home!

      Splash!

      From the sink to the lake, a group of children have fun splashing in the water.

      Snapshots

      A Japanese American girl plays on a trampoline while her grandfather tries to take her picture.

      Shapes Where We Play

      Shapes are everywhere, even where we play. In this colorfully photographed book, two children find all of the basic shapes in the equipment on their playground.

      Rain Falls

      Rain falls on grass.

      Rain falls on rocks.

      Where else does rain fall?

      On Our Farm

      While spending the day working on their farm, a Latina girl and her father discover that working together is lots of fun.

      My Horse

      A Pueblo boy living on a reservation in New Mexico cares for and rides his horse.

      My Family

      A Cherokee girl learns traditional skills and customs from the members of her family.

      Mom is a Painter

      A Chinese American boy watches his mother, an artist, as she colorfully paints several things, including him!

      Meat Pies

      A Caribbean boy makes empanadas with his grandmother.

      Make a Turkey

      A Japanese American boy demonstrates a fun classroom project - making a picture of a turkey from a handprint.

      Loose Tooth

      An African American girl wonders throughout the week when her loose front tooth will come out.

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    • 154
      Reading Recovery® Bebop Books® Collection
      Collection of 154 books: $1,158.95

      A Salad

      Do you like salad? This book shows you how to make a delicious salad. Mmmm!

      A Special Day

      A Korean American girl is celebrating her grandfather's 60th birthday, a Korean tradition. See the special clothing, foods, and customs that make this a special day.

      A Wedding

      Have you ever been to a wedding? This book tells you some of the things you will see there.

      At the Beach

      You can see many things at the beach, but you also need to be careful about something you may not see!

      At the Firehouse with Dad

      An Asian Indian boy joins his firefighter dad at work for the day. See what happens and who he meets at the fire station.

      At the Park

      A Mohawk boy visits the park and uses his five senses to discover the natural world around him.

      At the Zoo

      Have you ever been to a zoo? This book tells about some of the animals you may see at a zoo.

      Bath Time

      A Puerto Rican boy prepares for his nighttime bath by filling the tub with all his favorite things.

      Batter Up

      An African American girl scores for her team by hitting a home run.

      Best Friends

      Join two best friends, an Asian Indian boy and girl, as they spend an active day outdoors running, climbing, sliding, and more.

      Big Cats, Little Cats

      Big wild cats and little tame cats.

      Are they alike? Look inside and see.

      Big or Little?

      On her way to the park, an African American girl sizes up herself and the world around her.

      Big Snowball Fight

      A group of Cuban American children gather one-by-one on a snowy day, adding up to a great big snowball fight.

      Block Party - Bebop

      Join two friends, Tanya and Rosa, as they ride in a patriotic bike parade through their neighborhood and end up at fun-filled block party.

      Can You Eat a Rainbow?

      Look inside this book to find out if you really can eat a rainbow.

      Can You Top That?

      A hip and fun counting book featuring children of diverse backgrounds, each trying to outdo the others by imagining animals that grow more and more fantastic.

      Car Wash

      When the family car gets dirty it's time to go to the car wash. Join a young African American girl and her family on their fun-filled, suds-filled ride.

      Carmen's Colors

      A Mexican American girl and her mother go to the outdoor market and buy an array of colorful items.

      Chinatown Adventure

      A young Chinese American girl is spending the day in Chinatown with her mother. With so many interesting things to buy, how will she spend her money?

      Cleaning Day

      While helping her father with cleaning day chores, a Cuban American girl's best intentions sometime have humorous results.

      Cold and Hot

      An African American boy's family lovingly piles so much clothing on him that he quickly goes from feeling cold to feeling hot.

      Counting Pumpkins

      Join two friends counting pumpkins-

      and find a surprise at the end!

      Eggs, Eggs, Eggs

      Many animals come from eggs.

      Read about some of them

      in this book.

      Everybody Wears Braids

      A celebration of the many different ways a multiracial group of seven friends braid their hair.

      Family Picnic

      An African American boy and his extended family have a fun-filled reunion in the park.

      Fancy Dance

      Joe is dancing the Fancy Dance at a powwow for the first time. He is nervous, but once the dance starts he knows just what to do.

      First Day of School

      From saying goodbye to Mom to finding a new friend, a young Latino boy experiences a range of emotions on his very first day of school.

      Fish Print

      Three Latina girls show how to make a colorful fish print.

      Flora's Box

      With a cardboard box and a little imagination, Flora creates a world of fun. Whether she's in, under, or next to the box, her ideas have no limits-but the box does!

      Go Go Gumbo

      Come see what's cooking as an African American girl and her grandfather stir up a yummy batch of gumbo chock full of delicious ingredients.

      Golden Dragon Parade

      Chinese New Year is here.

      Come along to the Golden Dragon Parade.

      Hello Flower

      An Asian Indian boy tries out his green thumb when he plants a flower from seed, nurtures it, and watches it bloom.

      Here Comes the Bus

      A Chinese American girl takes the bus to school and greets her friends, one by one, at each stop.

      How Do I Help?

      Open this book to meet some people who help us every day.

      I Am Not Afraid

      Meet a boy who is not afraid of anything, not even monsters!

      I Can Dress Myself

      A boy dresses himself to go to school. Find out what he puts on each day.

      I Dance!

      Meet a girl who tells us all about the things she needs so that she is ready to dance.

      I Had a Hippopotamus - Bebop

      Inspired by his box of animal crackers, a Latino boy daydreams about the exotic animals he would give to his family and friends.

      I Make Clay Pots

      A Pueblo girl learns the traditional art of making pottery from her grandmother.

      I Need To Ask You Something

      Getting ready to go outside on a chilly day, an African American girl needs to ask her mom for lots of help-from finding her gloves to opening the heavy door. After all this help, she gives her mom a very special "thank you."

      I Play Soccer

      A Latina girl scores a goal in an after-school game of soccer with her friends.

      Ice Cream Money

      Comparing their different combinations of coins, three friends prepare to buy a yummy after-lunch treat in the school cafeteria.

      In My Garden

      Find out about some of the many bugs that you might see in a garden.

      In My House

      Find out about the rooms in one boy's home. What rooms do you have in your home?

      In the Desert

      Many different animals live in the desert. This book tells you about some of them.

      In the Mountains

      A young Latina girl and her mother go on a nature hike through the mountains. They encounter many interesting animals along the way.

      Jazz Baby - Bebop

      A fun rhythmic story that encourages children to tap, snap, swing, and sway, to the jazzy musical beat.

      Juicy Peach

      Three African American boys find, pick, and eat a perfect juicy peach.

      Jump Rope

      A group of girls and boys have fun taking turns jumping rope on the playground.

      Kama's Lei

      Kama's aunt is coming to visit him in Hawaii and he wants to make her the perfect present-a lei. But when the tree in his yard only has three flowers left, he has to come up with a creative solution.

      Laundry Day

      Two Navajo children help their mom do the weekly wash at the laundromat.

      Living in an Igloo

      Meet a young Inuit girl and her family. Learn why they sometimes live in an igloo and what life in an igloo is like.

      Loose Tooth

      An African American girl wonders throughout the week when her loose front tooth will come out.

      Make a Turkey

      A Japanese American boy demonstrates a fun classroom project - making a picture of a turkey from a handprint.

      Meet My Family

      A young girl introduces us to all the members of her family.

      Mom is a Painter

      A Chinese American boy watches his mother, an artist, as she colorfully paints several things, including him!

      Moving Day Surprise

      An African American boy is sad to find out that he and his family are moving, and he worries about all the changes the move will bring. After a big surprise, he learns that changes aren't always scary.

      My Bicycle

      A bicycle has many parts. Read this book to find out what they are.

      My Big Rock

      A Chinese American girl explores her imagination as she transforms an ordinary rock in her backyard into extraordinary things in her mind.

      My Grandpa Joe

      Read this book to find out what a boy does with Grandpa Joe every day of the week.

      My Mommy

      In this book a boy tells about some some of the reasons why he loves his mommy.

      My Piñata

      Piñatas come in different shapes and sizes. Which piñata will a boy choose for his party?

      My School

      This girl is very happy when she goes to school. Read about why she likes her school so much.

      My Toys

      A boy has many toys. Read and find out which ones he likes to play with best.

      Piñata Party

      A Latino boy and his friends celebrate his birthday at a party with a traditional piñata.

      Pran's Week of Adventure

      When the car has to go to the shop, Pran and his mother, Mrs. Patel, try a new way to get to school each day. The results are a wacky week full of misadventure!

      Santa Claus

      Do you know how Santa Claus enters a house? Read this book and find out!

      Shapes Where We Play

      Shapes are everywhere, even where we play. In this colorfully photographed book, two children find all of the basic shapes in the equipment on their playground.

      Sister, Sister

      All sisters are unique. Meet two Latina sisters who seem to have very different interests, and see what brings them together.

      Splash!

      From the sink to the lake, a group of children have fun splashing in the water.

      Summer Sun Risin' - Bebop

      From sunrise to sunset, an African American boy spends an activity-filled summer day helping his family on their farm.

      Surprise Moon

      On a Fall night, a Vietnamese American boy named Nick shows his friends how to celebrate the Autumn Moon Festival, a special holiday in his father's home country. See which part of the celebration Nick likes the best.

      The Best Shoes

      There are so many kinds of shoes.

      Which ones are the best?

      The Best Thing

      Meet Madison, a Chinese American girl who thinks being adopted into a great family is the best thing.

      The Butterfly

      Do you know how a butterfly is born and grows? Read this book to find out.

      The Dashiki

      Dad buys himself a colorful West African dashiki, but thanks to some hot water and the washing machine, the dashiki quickly becomes his son's shirt.

      The Flower

      With this book you can learn to plant a seed and grow a pretty flower.

      The Gingerbread Girl

      The gingerbread girl thinks she is very smart. Read this book to see what happens to her.

      The Monsters

      A girl says there are monsters in her room. Read to find out where she thinks they are.

      The Necklaces

      In this book you will learn how to make a necklace.

      The Rainbow

      What colors do you see in a rainbow? Read this book and learn what they are.

      The Rodeo

      A young boy went to a rodeo. What do you think he saw there?

      The Sad Chick

      Once there was a chick that was sad and lonely. Read this story to find out why it feels this way.

      The Shapes

      This book will show you that shapes are everywhere all around us.

      The Tamales

      Tamales are delicious. This book tells you how to make them.

      This Is My Home

      Meet children from different lands.

      See their different kinds of homes.

      Time for Tacos

      A Mexican American boy and his father spend time together making tacos, and eating them!

      Twister's Tricks

      Three African American siblings are preparing their horse, Twister, for a horse show. Come see the tricks they teach Twister.

      Uncle Peter's Farm

      Lots of animals live on Uncle Peter's farm. This book tells you about some of them.

      We Play Music

      It's a celebration of sound when a group of neighborhood children gather on a stoop to play their instruments.

      What Boo and I Do

      A young Asian American girl and her dog Boo visit with elderly people, showing how rewarding it can be to help others.

      What Can Fly?

      A bird can fly. A plane can fly.

      What else can fly?

      What Do You See at the Pond?

      A young Asian American boy and his mother see all kinds of animals in the pond. But there's something else the boy sees in the pond too-his own reflection!

      What Time Is It?

      See how a young boy

      goes through his busy day,

      hour by hour.

      What's Next?

      Here is a fun book about shapes and patterns. Can you guess what comes next?

      Why don't you try and see?

      Black All Around

      A young girl discovers all the wonderful and beautiful things around her that are black.

      Block Party (Confetti Kids #3)

      In this early chapter book in the popular Confetti Kids series, the neighborhood is having a block party and Padma worries that her friends won't like her mom's lentil soup.

      David's Drawings

      A shy young African American boy makes friends in school by letting his classmates help with his drawing of a bare winter tree.

      Lily's New Home (Confetti Kids #1)

      In this early chapter book in the popular Confetti Kids series, Lily and her parents move from their suburban neighborhood to New York City and Lily must adapt to her new life.

      Music Time (Confetti Kids #4)

      In this early chapter book in the popular Confetti Kids series, Henry tries to find a place where he can practice his drums without disturbing his mom.

      My Teacher Can Teach . . . Anyone!

      A young boy and his classmates explore an alphabet of occupations from Astronaut to Zillionaire with the help of the boy's favorite teacher.

      A Toucan Can Can You?

      Fans of How Much Wood Could a Woodchuck Chuck? rejoice! Here's an all new volume of tongue-twisting compound words, guaranteed to tickle your fancy! You'll laugh! You'll cry! Well...OK, maybe not, but you'll have lots of fun reading this book, poring through illustrations by thirteen different artists (including two fresh, new faces to the children's book scene!), and listening to an all new audio rendition of this new collection. So how much time will you spend reading, looking at, and listening to this book? As much time as you can! And if you're still dizzy from the first array of compound words and inverse descriptives...well, fasten your seat belts-the ride begins anew!

      How Much Wood Could a Woodchuck Chuck?

      Now in paperback, a collection of word plays using compound and/or multi-syllable words based on the children's rhyme of the eponymous name.

      Can I Have a Pet?

      During a trip to the zoo, an African American girl tries to convince her mother to get her an exotic pet.

      My Horse

      A Pueblo boy living on a reservation in New Mexico cares for and rides his horse.

      Yoga Class

      An Indian American girl and her friends try a series of different poses in a yoga class.

      100 Day

      A class of kindergarten children celebrate the 100th day of school.

      Meat Pies

      A Caribbean boy makes empanadas with his grandmother.

      The Soup

      This book tells you about some of the ingredients that can be used to make a yummy soup.

      Yum, Apples!

      Learn how apples grow from tiny seeds

      into big, red fruit. Yum, apples!

      Bedtime Fun

      At bedtime, an African American boy finds all kinds of things to do instead of going to bed.

      My Body

      Join a young boy as he names and counts some of his body parts.

      We Eat Rice

      A Korean American girl and boy love rice so much they eat it all the time and in many different ways.

      Game Time!

      Dora and Dad are getting ready to play soccer. This book tells about the special things they need to wear to play the game.

      Is the Mouse Afraid?

      Is a little mouse afraid of any animals-big or small?

      My Chores

      A boy helps his dad with many chores. This book tells you what they do together.

      New Shoes

      A boy is proud of his clean, new shoes. But once he starts to play, his new shoes get dirty.

      Rosa and Her Friends

      Read this book to find out what Rosa and her friends like to do together.

      Taking a Bath

      Read to find out what happens when a young boy takes a bath.

      The Seasons

      What do you like to play in each season of the year? Which season do you like best?

      Animals at the Aquarium

      What animals might you see at an aquarium? This book tells you about some of them.

      At the Market

      A boy and his mama go shopping at an outdoor market. Find out what they buy to make a delicious breakfast.

      Grandma Alma

      A girl searches around the house and garden to find her grandma Alma.

      Lots of Hats

      A girl and her father have lots of matching hats. This story tells what they do when they wear each won.

      Moms at Work

      Moms do many different kinds of work. This book tells about some of the jobs moms have.

      Who Is My Best Friend?

      A girl tells about some of the things she and her best friend-her dad-do together.

      Ana and Tito

      Ana and Tito help their parents pack their truck with the many things they plan to sell at the market.

      The Hardworking Bee

      This book shows how bees work hard to help the whole beehive.

      I Love Recess!

      A boy shows us some of the things he likes to play during recess.

      What Birds Do

      Do you know the meaning of the different things birds do? Read this book to find out.

      Sara, Little Sara

      What happens to little Sara when she is eating her cake and ice cream? Read and find out.

      Breakfast for Me!

      A boy likes to eat many different foods for breakfast-from eggs to noodles.

      The Ladybug Is Sad

      A ladybug is sad. Could it be that it is missing some spots?

      My Day

      A girl takes us through a day and tells what she does at different times each day.

      Silent Sam

      Gus is trying to teach his parrot Sam to speak, but Sam doesn't seem to be interested in learning. When Sam finally speaks, will Gus regret ever teaching him?

      The Goat Goes to Town

      Chaos ensues when a goat shows up in the middle of a Caribbean town. Luckily our young narrator knows just what to do to save the day.

      Let's Make a Tostada

      A boy shows how to make a delicious snack-a tostada!

      Tuti's Play

      Join a girl named Tuti, who lives in Bali, as she gets ready to be in a play. Learn everything she does to prepare-from practicing traditional dances to putting on a very special costume.

      The Five Brothers

      Five brothers live on a farm. Read to find out what each of them does there.

      Pop Pop and Grandpa

      A young boy goes to visit his African American grandfather in the Southern United States and his Latino grandfather in the Caribbean. His two grandfathers may be different, but they have one special thing in common.

      Want to Play? (Confetti Kids #2)

      In this early chapter book in the popular Confetti Kids series, a diverse group of kids decide to play pretend. There's no limit to what they imagine they can be!

      I'm Heading to the Rodeo

      On her way to school one morning, a young Native American girl gets a taste of the rodeo adventure she daydreams about.

      Fishing Fun

      Two African American brothers go fishing with their father and discover it's not what you catch that its important, it's how much fun you have.

      The Magic Rabbit

      See what happens when a magic rabbit is asked to grant too many wishes.

      A Spider's Body

      A spider's body has several parts. This book shows the parts of the body and how a spider uses them.

      The Three Wishes

      Read this story to find out what happens when a man makes wishes without thinking.

      Bibim Bap for Dinner

      Follow along step-by-step as a young boy and his mother make a Korean dish, Bibim bap, for the whole family to enjoy

      Leo and the Butterflies

      Meet a young boy named Leo who lives in Costa Rica. Learn all of the things Leo knows about the butterflies that live in the rainforest near his home.

      Allie's Basketball Dream

      Allie's story of self-determination is one that young athletes, both boys and girls, will recognize. Perfect for anyone who has experienced the ups and downs of practicing and playing hard, Allie's Basketball Dream is a spirited tribute to perseverance.

      No Mush Today

      The sweet story a young girl who rebels against eating mushy cereal for breakfast every day by leaving her parents and baby brother to spend the day with her grandmother, then realizes home isn't so bad after all.

      Where is my Puppy?

      A Vietnamese American boy searches all over the house for his puppy, who is always hiding just out of sight.

      My Teacher

      Read this book to find out all the things a girl's teacher helps her learn.

      African Dance

      Join an African Dance troupe as they get ready for their show. See how they move and learn where the dances came from.

      A Day at the Fair

      After spending an action-packed day at the fair, a Latino boy enjoys one last ride-the ride home!

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