spring 2009 rif catalog
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2009 collection of $2 books. Great for RIF/ROR program or anyone seekin quality books for children.TRANSCRIPT
Reading Is Fundamental, RIF, and the unique design showing an open book with a smiling face on it and Reading Is Fundamental underneath are all registered service marks of Reading Is Fundamental, Inc., and used with permission. All rights reserved.
Spring/Summer 2009RIF Catalog
Go Green with AKJ!More than 65%
of our books are under $2.00
and BOXED in GREEN for easy
reference
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Over 500
NEW titles
ONLINE ordering
is available
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What you can expect from AKJ Books:We make book selection and buying easy via…
• BookVariety – Each year, at least 80% of the titles in our catalog are different from the year before, ensuring a continuing variety to returning customers.
• OnlineOrdering – The AKJ Books Click4Books order forms do the math for you, calculating not only your dollar total but also the total books per order, broken down by grade level. This unique feature helps you balance the reading levels needed to serve all your children.
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OurRIFTeam is Here to Help!
Reading Is Fundamental, RIF, and the unique design showing an open book with a smiling face on it and Reading Is Fundamental are all registered service marks of Reading is Fundamental, Inc., and used with permission. All rights reserved.
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Table Of ContentsInfant/ToddlerBoardBooks .................... 3-6
GradesPreK-1 Book Packages .............................. 7-13 Holiday Book Packages ...................... 13 Individual Titles ............................... 14
Grades2-3 Book Packages .............................15-20 Holiday Book Packages ...................... 20 Individual Titles ............................... 21
Grades4-6 Book Packages .............................22-26 Holiday Book Packages ...................... 26 Individual Titles ............................... 27
Grades6-8 Book Packages .............................28-30 Individual Titles ............................... 31
Grades9-12 Book Packages .............................32-33 Individual Titles ............................... 34
African-American Infant/Toddler ................................. 35 Grades PreK-1 .................................. 35 Grades 2-3 ....................................... 36 Grades 4-6 ....................................... 37 Grades 6-12 .................................37-38
Spanish Infant/Toddler .............................39-40 Grades PreK-1 ..............................40-42 Grades 2-3 ...................................42-44 Grades 4-6 ...................................44-45 Grades 6-8 ....................................... 45 Grades 9-12 ..................................... 45
Bargain Books.....................................46-47
Go Green with AKJ Books!
More than 65%
of ALL books are
UNDER$2.00 and are BOXED in GREENfor easy
reference.AKJ
$1 Book Packages
back by popular demand.
Easy-to-use
book packages in sizes that are
AFFORDABLE and FLEXIBLE.
Over 500 new
titles.
Quality selection of
individual titles at each grade level.
Look what’s inside this catalog:
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I love working with AKJ. Everyone I’ve dealt with has been fantastic and I especially appreciate the patience you’ve shown with order changes. AKJ has the best selection of books I’ve seen. You have supplied us with what we have asked for, especially taking our population into consideration. Following our first distribution, the students all left with smiles on their faces.
Thank you.
A High School Librarian
I love the AKJ book selections. I find your catalog, books, and packages easier to understand than those of other companies.
A School Library Media Specialist
With our budget constraints, AKJ Books allows our RIF coordinators/volunteers to order high quality books for our students. I personally have ordered from AKJ for the last two years. I have not been disappointed and have been very happy with your selection of books. Thank you for your great customer service, personal attention and super books for the students!
A RIF Contributions Coordinator
I really appreciate the new titles year after year at affordable prices.
Thanks for giving us great quality books at the cheapest rates. AKJ’s timeliness of sending the product was the best ever. This is greatly appreciated!
A Media Specialist
THANKYOU, THANKYOU, THANKYOU! Our order of the Spanish RIF books just arrived and they are great! Thanks for all your help.
A RIF Coordinator
I like the selection of books that you offer, because they are different than some of the other catalogs. Your service is great - quick and easy. I especially like the fact that I can order online and that your shipments are fast.
Keep up the good work!
A RIF Coordinator
Here’s what our customers have to say…
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Thesebookpackagesintroducebasicconcepts.Illustrationsarelargeandbright– depicting objects, people, and animals that young children will love!
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BabyFacesCandid, vibrant photos capture endearing expressions of children. Includes simple, rhyming text. A perfect read aloud to please children and parents.
Hugs & KissesSplash!
6 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $12.60
Bagel BooksThese books use simple, clear text and the ever-popular bagel to teach early-learning concepts like colors, counting, and opposites.
Colors:There’sNoBlueonaBagelCounting:I’llTakeaDozenOpposites:BigBagel,LittleBagel
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $9.30
Books with Holes Back by popular demand! The classic Books with Holes titles come to life in these illustrated board books with die-cut holes to truly bring the loved stories to life.
FiveLittleDucksOldMacdonaldHadaFarmThereWasanOldLadyWho SwallowedaFly
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $12.60
CelebrateSpringColorsOfSpringSoundsOfSpring
6 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $9.30
AmazingMachinesHardback books. Both boys and girls will love exploring the amazing machines - airplanes, boats, rockets, trains, and more - in these books. The zappy art and zippy wordplay will easily make these books all-time favorites.
AmazingAirplanesBusy BoatsCool CarsDazzlingDiggersFlashingFireEnginesRoaringRocketsSuperSubmarinesTerrific TrainsTough TrucksTremendous Tractors
10 Book Set (10 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $18.50
BabyEinsteinBabiesBirdsDogs
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $13.50
AKJEasy-OrderingVarietyComboAssorted Titles
25 Book Set (5 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $38.75
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Infant / Toddler
Board BooksThesebookpackagesintroducebasicconcepts.Illustrationsarelargeandbright– depicting objects, people, and animals that young children will love!
Bing the BunnyThis adorable bunny’s stories will quickly become favorites. Available as hardcover.
SwingYuk!
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $8.40
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FirstWordsIntroduce infants and toddlers to first words connected with fun-time activities.
Birthday BabyBuckaroo Baby
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $6.20
FunFlapsAll kinds of surprises are waiting under the colorful flaps in these books.
AVeryPatchyFlapBookAVerySpottyFlapBook
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $8.40
Huggy BuggyThese compact books are ideal for children to carry with them wherever they go. Simple and colorful illustrations make learning an adventure.
OppositesWeatherWheels
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $9.30
EmilyWhile reading about the adventures of this precocious little monkey, children learn lessons on manners and exercise.
MannersWorksOut
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $8.40
Infant / Toddler Board Books
DynamicDinosaursInfants and toddlers will just love these brightly illustrated silly stories about dinosaurs doing people things. Fun surprise included with each book.
DippytheDimDinosaurStompertheEnormousDinosaur
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $10.00
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EarlyConcepts–Colors, Letters and MoreThese beautiful, playful, and colorful books will help introduce early concepts such as colors, counting, and letters.
ABCLittle GreenQuack and Count
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $14.40
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FairiesandPrincessesOversized, shaped board books bring these fairies and princesses to life. Little girls are sure to love them.
PrincessPetalFairyFern
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $10.00
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FamilyTimeLittle ones will know all the ways Mommies and Daddies love them with these board books. Multicultural versions of these books are available in limited quantities.
DaddyLovesMeMommy Loves Me
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $9.00
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FavoriteAuthors andStoriesBeloved children’s stories by authors like Audrey Wood and Eileen Christelow in board book format.
FiveLittleMonkeysJumping on the BedHopperHuntsforSpringTheLittleMouse,TheRedRipe Strawberry,andTheBigHungryBearQuick as a Cricket
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
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My Big BookPriddy big board books for children ages 2 and up. Simple questions on each page encourage children to study the pictures and interact with the reader.
RescueTrain World
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $14.40
NoveltyBooksBabies and young toddlers will enjoy these interactive books.
Baby BoyKnockattheDoorLittle Windows (Assorted Titles)
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $12.60
SanDiegoZooAnimal LibraryMeet the baby animals that live in one of our nation’s favorite zoos.
BabyFlamingoBaby LionBabyOrangutan
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $12.60
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Infant / Toddler
Board Books
Mother GooseSix happy rhymes and six silly rhymes. Illustrated by Mary Englebreit.
Happy Mother GooseSillyMotherGoose
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $7.40
Pop-Up,Touch andFeelForestFriends Fold-OutFunScruffyTeddy Garden Games SheepWantstoJump
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $15.00
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Meet the AnimalsA humorous introduction to animals.
Who Goes Moo?Who Wears What?Who’s My Mom?Who’sRedandBlue?
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $16.80
Jack and Lily Go to Grandma’s GotoPreschool
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $8.40
Little Books for Little Hands Simple language and colorful illustrations are sure to delight infants.
Soup(AssortedTitles)Witzy(AssortedTitles)
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $6.20
LookWho’sPoppingUpThese larger format, soft board books with pop-ups on each page will amuse toddlers.
At HomeIntheJungle
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $10.00
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Infant / Toddler Board Books
XOXOXOChunky board books containing sweet illustrations and simple rhyming text portray all the different fun and silly ways to give hugs and kisses. Pefect books for Valentine’s Day or any time of the year!
Little Book of HugsLittle Book of Kisses
6 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.90PerBookPackage Price $11.40
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Whatever the WeatherWhentheRainFallsWhentheSnowComesWhentheSunShinesWhen the Wind Blows
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
SingAlongStoriesJaunty and humorous versions of familiar songs.
Bill Grogan’s GoatMary Had a Little Lamb
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $7.00
TheTodSquadOversized, colorful board books about the experiences and adventures of these fun-loving toddlers will appeal to the minds and hearts of young children.
…CanPlay…CanSeeBugs…CanSplishandSplash
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $14.40
Watch Me GrowFilled with fun facts and pictures about each animal, children will delight in the changing images on every page of these books.
FarmAnimalsKittens and CatsPuppiesandDogs
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $11.10
SomeSillyAnimalsQuack! Oink! Read these sassy and smart books to see what silly things ducks and pigs can do while learning basic concepts such as opposites, colors, and sounds. Available as hardcover.
SomeDucksSomePigs
6 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $13.50
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Holiday Set-ChristmasAssortment of Christmas titles and traditional favorites. Appropriate across grade levels starting at PreK-1 and up to Grade 6.
Assorted Titles
20 Book Set (10 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $35.00
HolidaySet-HalloweenBoo! Witches, bats, pumpkins and ghosts thrill and chill. Appropriate across grade levels starting at PreK-1 and up to Grade 6.
Assorted Titles
20 Book Set (10 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $35.00
HOLIDAYBOOK PACKAGES
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AcceleratedReaderThese books are part of the Accelerated Reader Program administered by Renaissance Learning, Inc. They help children improve critical-thinking skills and build their love of reading.
Assorted Titles
12 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.30PerBookPackage Price $27.60
These book packages will appeal to children who enjoy listening to stories, and those who have begun to read for themselves. Grades PreK-1
AKJEasy-OrderingVarietyComboAssorted Titles
25 Book Set (5 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $38.75
AKJPreschoolAssortmentAssorted Titles
14 Book Set (7 Titles)
$1.80PerBookPackage Price $25.20
AKJYoungListenersAssortment Assorted Titles
14 Book Set (7 Titles)
$1.80PerBookPackage Price $25.20
AKJ $1.00 Book PackageSizedByYouToFitYourNeeds 1) Determine the number of books you need from 1 to 200.2) We pick the titles (25 titles with a maximum of 8 per
title) to match your quantity.3) Titles are appropriate for children of varied interests
and reading levels.
$1perbook!
These book packages will appeal to children who enjoy listening to stories, and those who have begun to read for themselves.
AnimalPicturebooksNamingtheCatNotNormanTheWolf’sChickenStew
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $13.50
ArthurtheVeryOrdinaryDogArthur, a very ordinary dog, also shows some rambunctiousness in these silly and heartwarming tales.
EducatingArthurWho Wants Arthur?
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $9.00
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Grades PreK-1
CliffordAssorted Titles
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $18.50
DKReaders-Level1This series is specially crafted to suit the interests and learning stages of beginning readers.
Assorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.05PerBookPackage Price $16.40
DoraandDiegoReady-to-Read books featuring well-known Nickelodeon characters help beginning readers develop their reading skills.
DiegoSavestheTreeFrogsDiego-TheRainforestRaceDoraandtheRainbowKiteFestivalDora’sMysteryoftheMissingShoes
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.80PerBookPackage Price $22.40
EarlyReadersWell-known authors, the McCrackens, combine rhyme, rhythm and repetition in these engaging books for young children.
GrandDukeofYorkSomeDogsDon’tThe Three Bears
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $9.30
Caldecott AwardThe Caldecott Medal is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. This collection contains medal winners and/or honor books.
Assorted Titles
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.65PerBook Package Price $10.60
Berenstain BearsAssorted Titles
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.80PerBookPackage Price $16.80
Bramble BearThe bright illustrations and amusing text on heavy-weight paper will appeal to children who are ready to read by themselves.
CanIHelpYou…IWishIWas…TheMissingNecklacePretendstoBe
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
ClassicStories: MyTurn!YourTurn!These classic stories really come alive in a format perfect for read-alouds on the left hand page and encouraging early readers to join in with larger type on the right hand page.
Gingerbread ManGoldilocksand3BearsLittleRedHen
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.50PerBookPackage Price $9.00
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EarlyExperiencesWith a friendly and funny question-and-answer format which compares people to animals, these books help introduce children to experiences and questions they all encounter as they grow and develop. While supplies last!
DoesaMouseHavea Mommy?DoesaPandaGoToSchool?
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $9.00
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Grades PreK-1
Funkyand FunnyRhyming stories, easy-to-follow narratives and bright pictures make these perfect for reading aloud.
StoryofArmadilloStoryofBatStoryofSpider
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $11.70
FunnyFirstsMike Thaler’s humorous stories for young readers.
Moving to MarsMusic Teacher from the Black LagoonTeacher from the Black Lagoon
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.65PerBookPackage Price $9.90
Flip-the-FlapsThese Lift-the-Flap stories are bound to amuse your toddlers.
HereComesEloiseScruffyTeddyLosesHisSockWhatisFather’sDay?What’sPretend?
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $14.80
FeelingsText and photographs illustrate children’s feelings.
HappySad
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.25PerBookPackage Price $5.00
ExtraordinaryAnimalsVisually inviting and with large print, these books depict various animals’ physical characteristics and means of locomotion.
Armored AnimalsDangerousAnimals
6 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $9.30
EverydayMaterialsFull color photographs and illustrations along with simple descriptions introduce children to various everyday objects.
ClothMetalPlastic
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.25PerBookPackage Price $7.50
FavoriteAuthors/FavoriteStoriesDelight young readers with these storybooks from renowned authors/illustrators.
Franklin(AssortedTitles)TheStoryofFerdinandTallyho,Pinkerton!ThreeSillies
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
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ElliottheMooseExpressive illustrations and amusing stories bring Elliot, the fun-loving moose, to life.
Elliot’sBathElliotBakesaCakeElliot’sEmergency
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $13.50
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FindingNemoExplore the deep and magical sea with Nemo and friends. Great quality, hardcover books available while supplies last!
FishareFriends,NotFoodPearl’sSuperSeaball Kickoff
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $9.60
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Grades PreK-1
Jane’s AdventuresA feisty heroine who would rather joust than sew seeks out her own adventures in these magical fairy tales.
JaneandtheDragonJane and the Magician
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $6.20
Jungle TalesFun stories and colorful illustrations will amuse young children.
Gym GiraffeMonkey MayhemTiger TalesTrunk Trouble
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
InsectsSimple text and photographs explain the features and behavior of these flying creatures.
ButterfliesHoney Bees
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $6.20
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HumorousStories Laugh out loud funny! Not recommended for quiet reading time.
TheRedWolfTheThreeSilly Girls Grubb
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $7.40
Gilbert and FriendsLarge, two-page watercolor spreads and simple third-person narratives make these good choices for group sharing.
RosesArePink,YourFeetReallyStinkTrickorTreat,SmellmyFeet
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $7.80
High-FrequencyWordsThese easy-to-use, easy-to-read books containing words most frequently used are ideal for the beginning reader.
IamA?ILikeMy?IsIt?ItisA?WeLiketoPlay?WeSee?
12 Book Set (6 Titles)
$1.05PerBookPackage Price $12.60
ISpy…Easy-to-read riddles and fun photographs appeal to the newest readers.
…aPumpkin…aSchoolBus
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $7.80
Let’sTryOutScienceThis series by notable author, Seymour Simon, is ideal for the youngest scientist. Cheerful drawings of ethnically diverse children complement the text and effectively illustrate science concepts and simple activities.
Let’sTryitOutAirLet’sTryitOutWater
6 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $13.50
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Let’sStartScienceExplore all five senses in this early science series. Sound, sight, smell, taste, and touch are explained clearly and simply in a highly visual way.
Hear This!Look Here!SmellIt!Tastes Great!Touch That!
5 Book Set (5 Titles)
$1.50PerBookPackage Price $7.50
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OlieWilliam Joyce’s popular little robot gets into some big-time hijinks. Rhyming text and funny, quirky pictures.
Big-TimeOlieSleepyTimeOlie
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $7.40
NonsenseVersesDownbytheStationOldMacdonaldHadaFarmTen Little MonkeysThereWasanOldLadyWho SwallowedaFlyThisOldManThe Wheels on the Bus
12 Book Set (6 Titles)
$1.50PerBookPackage Price $18.00
Level1ReadersSimple concepts, short stories and lovable characters for the earliest readers.
Bubble TroubleGiant MachinesGraduationDayisHere!Scarecrow
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $14.80
Little Golden BooksHardback. Beautiful artwork illustrates these classic, well-loved books.
BambiFindingNemoTheFoxandtheHoundLady and the Tramp101Dalmatians
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$2.05PerBookPackage Price $20.50
Math StoriesBuildingShapesHow Many Can Play?NumbersPatterns
4 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.55PerBookPackage Price $6.20
My WorldAttheParkGoingtoSchoolILoveFoodMyPet
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $14.80
Mercer Mayer’s Little CritterJustaSnowmanTheNewBaby
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.35PerBookPackage Price $9.40
NASCAR®
RacingwithJeffGordonRacingwithKevinHarvickRacingwithRustyWallaceRacingwithSterlingMarlin
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $14.80
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Young race fans will love reading about the fast-paced and exciting world of NASCAR auto racing.
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ExtremeMonstersCheck out the adventures of this “tween” group of monsters as they skate, bike, luge and climb their way to victory. This high-interest, low level series features pencil puzzles after every chapter that unlock exclusive web games.
Battling BigfootBlueMoonEffectMeet Mr. HydeousWhat’s with Wulf?
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GraphicNovelsThe genre that has quickly become children’s favorite. Ideal for reluctant readers.
BurgerThe Curse of the Were-RabbitMaya & Miguel: Teacher’sPetW.i.t.c.h.: Legends Revealed
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Crime Through TimeWhile the fictional mystery unravels, readers learn about the historical setting and actual crime-solving methods from the different eras.
Betrayed!1977Iced!2007Nabbed!1925Silenced!1969Swindled!1906
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Camp Confidential Summer camp means lots of things: new friends, roommates, bug bites, bathroom duty…this series is sure to delight young girls interested in books about friendships.
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Justice League of AmericaStunning photographs, informative sidebars, and glossaries combine to form enticing layouts. Ideal for reluctant readers.
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Little House Laura Ingles Wilder’s first two autobiographical tales about life in the woods of Wisconsin and then the family’s move to the prairies of Kansas not long after the Civil War.
Little House in the Big WoodsLittleHouseonthePrairie
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Jokes, Jokes, JokesHo!Ho!Ho!(Sidesplitters)ScoobyDoo:MonstersUnleashed… Joke BookWallace & Gromit and the MonsterouslyScary Joke Book
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Hi/LoSeeMoreReadersLarge, bright pictures and exciting yet simple text engage readers in the subjects. Ideal for reluctant readers.
AmazingAircraftGiantSnakesWild Bears
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HumorLaugh-out-loud funny and sure to entice even the most reluctant readers.
FreddyandtheFrenchFriesJimmy:PickpocketofthePalaceMyAlienParentsRickyRicotta’s MightyRobot
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How To…Goofy drawings of cavemen-like children heighten the humor in these books of “tricks, tips and skills no adult will teach.”
DoaBellyFlop!Give a Wedgie
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PhantomStallionThese books will surely appeal to young girls who like horse stories.
The Horse CharmerTheShiningStallion
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WeCameToNorthAmericaFirst-hand accounts, maps, photographs and illustrations bring vividly to life the story of the peoples who have made the United States and Canada the countries they are today.
The ChineseTheFrenchThe GermansTheIrishTheItaliansThe JapaneseThe JewsThePoles
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SecretsoftheRainforestA revealing look at life in these threatened wildernesses and the startling array of plants and animals that interact with each other.
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WomeninProfileEach book in this series features six women who have had impact in their fields and made a difference in the lives of others.
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SetB-PublicLifeAthletesEntrepreneursHumanitariansRebels
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The World of AliceAward-winning popular series by Newbery medalist Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
The Agony of AliceAliceinRapture,SortOfAll but AliceReluctantlyAlice
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Who Was…Read about the famous people in these illustrated biographies.
...AmeliaEarhart?…Harry Houdini?…Mozart?
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The World Almanac for KidsThe favored annual amongst kids - filled with facts, quizzes, experiments, maps, source websites and more on a number of timely and timeless subjects.
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DigitalDetectivesMysteriesMysteries abound in this fun series of books. Originally published for the reader to interact and search the web as the story unfolds however, internet connection is not mandatory to solve the mysteries or enjoy the stories.
The Case of the Killer BugsScentoftheCrimeWhenNightmaresComeTrue
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NewberyAwardThe Newbery medal is awarded annually by the American Library Association for the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. This collection contains Medal Winners and Honor Books.
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Sci-Fi/FantasyThis science fiction package is much more than it seems and a must-have! It features stories by Michael Scott and Dan Gutman and an anthology filled with short stories by some of today’s finest science fiction authors.
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Dish!The first four books in a delightful series about friends, cooking, eating, talking, and life. Perfect for young girls and those who especially love cooking with friends. Book bonus included…pull-out recipe cards.
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FactorFiction?A unique insight into the most intriguing mysteries of modern history. First read the spine-tingling stories, then the fact-filled case file, then decide! A creative blend of historical facts and choose-your own adventures.
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SteppingStonesClassicsThese visually appealing abridgements of classic tales make fairly difficult and complex novels accessible to children who otherwise would ignore them. Ideal for reluctant readers.
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SportsHeroesandLegendsIn-depth biographies of some of the hottest and most revered sports stars of all time. Follow the athletes from their childhoods and into the highlights of their careers. Ideal for reluctant readers.
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SidekicksMiddle schoolers will enjoy reading about this secret crew of apprentice superheroes as they help defend the world against evil.
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Fairy-TaleClassicsChildren will enjoy the retelling of these timeless classics.
Beauty and the Beast CinderellaGoldilocks and the Three BearsJack and the Beanstalk
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $20.00
ReadingTogetherBirthdayFreedomRiverWeHadaPicnicThis SundayPast
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $13.50
Picture-BookBiographiesAndrea Davis Pinkney and Brian Pinkney offer warm profiles of these well-known African-Americans.
Alvin AileyEllaFitzgerald:TheTaleofaVocal Virtuosa
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $8.40
ThingsILoveNewly released books in limited quantities!
ClothesILovetoWearPlacesILovetoGo
Each Title Sold Individually
$3.25PerBook
Shanna’sFirstReadersThese books share the same characters and stories as the popular TV program.
Bear HuntLostShoePartySurprise
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $10.50
African–American Infant / Toddler & Grades PreK-1
Great selection of
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FamilyTimeLittle ones will know all the ways Mommies and Daddies love them with theses board books. Multicultural versions of theses books are available in limited quantities.
DaddyLovesMeMommy Loves Me
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $9.00
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EarlyChapter BooksThe Case of the ElevatorDuckWilliamenaRules#5: 23WaystoMessUpValentine’sDay
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $10.00
HeyL’ilD!Basketball stories based on the childhood of the NBA’s Bob Lanier.
OutofBoundsStuckintheMiddleTake the Court
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.80PerBookPackage Price $16.80
AKJAfrican-American AssortmentAssorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $20.00
Little BillEasy-to-read and highly enjoyable chapter books by Bill Cosby.
The Meanest Thing toSayShipwreckSaturdayTheWorstDayofMyLife
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
Miami JacksonPatricia McKissack’s series about a “regular nine-year old young brother on the move” and his third-going-on-fourth-grade life.
GetsItStraightMakesthePlaySeesItThrough
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.95PerBook
Childhood ofFamousAmericansThese Ready-to-Read versions offer fictionalized accounts of famous African-Americans’ early years.
Harriet Tubman and theFreedomTrainJackieRobinsonandtheBigGameA Lesson for Martin Luther King, Jr.
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.95PerBook
Great Black HeroesThis Hello Reader series profiles five experts in his or her field throughout their lives including their major accomplishments. Text is straightforward and interesting.
FiveBoldFreedomFightersFiveBrilliantScientistsFiveNotableInventors
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.95PerBook
African–American Grades 2–3
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BiographiesEscapeNorth!TheStory of Harriet TubmanFreeatLast!TheStoryof Martin Luther King, Jr. IAmRosaParks
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$2.95PerBook
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That’sSoRavenBased on the Disney Channel’s hit TV show.
Be MineFamilyAffairInRavenWeTrustRebelRaven
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
BiographiesAPocketfulofGoobers:AStoryabout George Washington CarverRaggin’:AStory aboutScottJoplinRevolutionaryPoet: AStoryabout PhillisWheatley
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.65PerBookPackage Price $9.90
NBAReadersGet up close and personal with some of the biggest stars. Will appeal to hard-to-reach reluctant male readers.
DwayneWadeLeBron JamesSuperGuards
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
Reading forFunInvasionKel Got Game
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $7.80
African–American Grades 4-6 & Grades 6-12
AKJAfrican-American AssortmentAssorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $20.00
GoodReadsA Horn for LouisCircle of GoldCousins
Each Title Sold Individually
$3.60PerBook
Grades 4-6 Grades 6-12
ALA Best BooksDarkSonsDayofTearsMarkedbyFire
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $14.40
BiographiesThe Autobiography of anEx-ColoredManUpfromSlavery
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.10PerBookPackage Price $8.40
AKJAfrican-American AssortmentAssorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $20.00
IndividualTitlesSomeofyourfavoritebooks are available as individual titles!
Individual TitlesSomeofyourfavoritebooks are available as individual titles!
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African–American Grades 6-12
Bluford HighThese contemporary stories depict issues relevant to both male and female teen readers.
Brothers in ArmsThe BullyA Matter of TrustSomeonetoLoveMeUntil We Meet Again
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $18.50
The Cheetah GirlsGrowlPowerForeverJuniorNovelLivin’ Large
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.80PerBookPackage Price $10.80
FavoriteAuthorsNaidoo’s Other Side of Truth and Rinaldi’s Hang a 1,000 Trees with Ribbons: The Story of Phyllis Wheatley are included in this set.
BeverleyNaidooAnnRinaldi
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$3.25PerBookPackage Price $13.00
Women of AchievementUpInTheAir: TheStoryOf Bessie Coleman
2 Book Set (1 Title)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $3.90
MildredD.TaylorTheFriendshipThe Gold CadillacRollofThunder, Hear My CrySongoftheTrees
Each Title Sold Individually
$5.00PerBook
Maya AngelouHeart of a WomanIKnowWhyThe CagedBirdSingsWouldn’t Take NothingFor MyJourneyNow
Each Title Sold Individually
$4.90PerBook
SharonM.DraperThese books tackle tough, real-life issues while portraying honorable and streetwise role models for teens.
DarknessBeforeDawnForgedbyFireTears of a Tiger
Each Title Sold Individually
$4.90PerBook
SharonG.FlakeTeens will enjoy reading these Coretta Scott King award-winning books by an author who connects with her reader.
TheSkinI’mIn
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$2.95PerBook
WalterD.MyersThe Greatest: Muhammad AliMalcolmX:ByAny MeansNecessarySlam!
Each Title Sold Individually
$4.20PerBook
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Mili y MoloYoungsters will learn basic concepts.
Colores (Colors)Figuras(Shapes)Letras (Letters)Numeros(Numbers)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $15.60
FirstConceptsBoard Books.
Colores (Colors)Figuras(Shapes)Números(Numbers)Opuestos(Opposites)Tamaños(Sizes)
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $25.00
PeeWeePlayersBoard Books.
Pequeños Basquebolistas (Basketball)PequeñosFutbolista(Football)PequeñosFutbolista(Soccer)PequeñosBéisbol(Baseball)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $15.60
AKJEasy-OrderingVarietyComboBoard Books.We pick the titles, you save time without sacrificing quality! Each set contains books of various sizes and subjects.
Assorted Titles
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.45PerBookPackage Price $14.70
AnimalFunAmiguitos del corral (FarmFriendly)Conejos y Conejitos (FunnyBunny)Catos y Gatitos (Kitty Kitty)CachorrosyCachorritos(PuppyParade)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $14.00
The World Around UsBoard Books.
¿Cómo usan los animales…? (HowDoAnimalsUse…?)Máquinas poderosas (DigIt,DumpIt, PushIt!)¿Quéveoenelmar? (WhatDoYouSeeintheSea?)
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $15.00
SesameStreet¡EsHoradeHacerte unExamen,Elmo!¡ElmoteQuiereaTi!¡Hurra por NuestrosHeroes!¡LaedeEscuela!LaPrimera NineradeElmo¡RojooAzul,MiAmigoEresTu!
12 Book Set (6 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $23.40
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SpanishFairyTalesBlancanieves (SnowWhite)La Bella y la Bestia (Beauty and the Beast)La Cenicienta (Cinderella)Pinocchio (Pinocchio)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $18.00
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Spanish Infant / Toddler & Grades PreK-1
PrimaryBook of ShapesThis bright and fun first picture book is a perfect introduction for toddlers to the exciting world of basic math concepts.
MiPrimerLibrodeFiguras
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$2.95PerBook
Grades PreK-1
AKJSpanishAssortmentAssorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $19.20
CliffordAssorted Titles
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.80PerBookPackage Price $16.80
FavoritesElPezArcoIris (RainbowFish)¿DóndeestáSpot? (Where’sSpot?)
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.50PerBookPackage Price $10.00
OntheFarmSimple text and photos introduce some of the animals, objects, and plants typically found at a farm.
La Cosecha (Harvest Time)Diferentesclasesdegranjas (AllKindsofFarms)Estagranja(ThisFarm)
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $14.40
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FavoriteFairyTalesBeautiful versions of these classic fairy tales published by Chronicle Books.
ElPiedPiper (ThePiedPiper)Elpatitofeo (TheUglyDuckling)
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$2.30PerBookPackage Price $9.20
EarlyReadersLa escalera de mano de Lucas (Luke’sOwnLadder)ElgranpartidodeGuille (Billy’s Big Game)La sorpresa del cumpleañosdeNico (Nick’sBirthday Surprise!)Elperritocalientetonto (TheSillyHotDog)Fffff,paf,crach! (Squish,Crunch,Splash!)
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $22.50
Good BeginningsBoard Books.
¿CómomeSiento? (HowDoIFeel?)¿CómoPuedoLlegarAlla? (HowCanIGet There?)¿DóndeMeEscondo? (WhereAmIHiding?)¿QuéDíaEs?(WhatDayIsIt?)¿Quéjuego?(WhatAmIPlaying?)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
Clifford…y los sonidos de los animales (AnimalSounds)…y la hora de dormier (Bedtime)…ylosopuestos(Opposites)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.85PerBook
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Spanish Grades PreK-1
DiegoFun stories based on the popular TV series on Nickelodeon.
Diegorescataal lobito(Diego’s WolfPupRescue)ElsafarideDiego(Diego’sSafariRescue)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
DKBeginning ReadersFun storylines encourage children to read along with their parents, and later, pick up the books on their own as letter patterns and simple vocabulary become familiar.
Díasllenosdecolor(ColorfulDays)Crias del mundo animal (Wild Baby Animals)Un dia en la vida de un bombero (ADayintheLifeofaFirefighter)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
DoratheExplorerStories based on the popular TV series on Nickelodeon.
Estrellita(LittleStar)LamochiladeDora(Dora’sBackpack)LosBuenosmodalesdeDora (Dora’sBookofManners)
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$2.80PerBook
Eric&JulietaRead about the misadventures of this brother and his younger sister.
…Esmío(It’sMine)…¿Ahoraqué?(NowWhat?)…¿DóndeestáEric?(WhereisEric?)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.50PerBook
FairyTalesRetellings of these heartwarming tales.
Caperucita roja (LittleRedRidingHood)Juan y los frijoles magicos (Jack and the Beanstalk)Lostrescerditos(TheThreeLittlePigs)Ricitosdeoroylostresosos (Goldilocks and the Three Bears)
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BilingualFavoriteHardback. Colorful cut-paper artwork and rhyming text will appeal to young children.
HoradeDormirdel Conejo(Rabbit’sBedtime)
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Classic StoriesAdorable illustrations bring to life these retellings of classic stories.Cenicienta (Cinderella)Labelladurmiente(SleepingBeauty)La princesa y el guisante (ThePrincessandthePea)La sirenita (The Little Mermaid)Pulgarcita(Thumbelina)
Each Title Sold Individually
$3.00PerBook
Curious George EarlyReadersAn “old friend” in a new format - ideal for new readers.
limpia el reguero (Cleans Up)siembraunasemilla(PlantsaSeed)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
Individual TitlesSomeofyourfavoritebooks are available as individual titles!
PictureStorybooksElositopolar (LittlePolarBear)ElburritodeBelén (TheLittleDonkey)MiroSeamosvalientes,quieridaserpient (NeverFear,SnakeMyDear)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.85PerBookPackage Price $22.80
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SpanishGrades PreK-1 & Grades 2-3
My Little EncyclopediaLos bomberos (Firefighters)Los dinosaurios (Dinosaurs)Los vehiculos (Vehicles)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
Mercer Mayer’s Little CritterTan solo un proyecto escolar(JustaSchoolProject)
Sold Individually
$3.50PerBook
AKJSpanishAssortmentAssorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $19.20
American SymbolsElAguilaClava (TheBaldEagle)ElAlamo(TheAlamo)La Campana de la Libertad (The Liberty Bell)ElMonumentoaLincoln (The Lincoln Memorial)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $14.80
Animals and NatureBebésquesongrandes (Big Babies)¿Como se calientan? (Keeping Warm?)¿Quien depende de las plantas? (WhoNeedsPlants?)Rapidoymasrapido(FastandFaster)Serpientesylagartos (SnakesandLizards)
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $24.00
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Green Light ReadersSimple dialogue and short stories developed for the young audience.
¡Aquenomealcanzas! (CatchMeIfYouCan!)Algunasveces(Sometimes)Elgranosopardo(BigBrownBear)ElmisteriosohuevodeDaniel (Daniel’sMysteryEgg)
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$2.80PerBook
Level1Readers
Manchita, la vaquita torpe (Buttercup, the Clumsy Cow)PablitaelBajito(TooSmallPaul)Picapicavaricela (Itchy,ItchyChickenPox)Un gato con chaqueta (A Cat in a Coat)
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$2.80PerBook
Let’sReadAbout WeatherRhyming text and engaging photographs introduce beginning readers to four common weather conditions.
Hacesol(Sun)Hace viento (Wind)Llueve(Rain)Nieva(Snow)
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$2.65PerBook
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MaxA diverse group of children join Max in his adventures.
…Vaalabiblioteca (Goes to the Library)…Vaalaescuela (GoestoSchool)
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Yeehaw!Rodeo!Rodeo!These clearly written books present a well-rounded account of the extreme sport of rodeo, focusing on its history, the animals and the people.
CarreradeBarril(BarrelRacing)CómoHacersePartedelRodeo (JoiningtheRodeo)LuchaConNovillos(SteerWrestling)
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $10.50
SeeMoreReadersLarge, bright pictures instantly engage readers in the subject; exciting yet simple text provides the information they want. Particularly good for reluctant readers.
Aeronavesasombrosas(AmazingAircraft)Planetasalrededordelsol (PlanetsAroundtheSun)Tiburonesfabulosos(GreatWhiteSharks)
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.80PerBookPackage Price $16.80
Gus the HedgehogReaders follow Gus and his animal friends through different holidays, celebrations and sticky situations.
¡Felizcupleanos,Gus! (Happy Birthday, Gus!)¡FelizHalloween,Gus! (Happy Halloween, Gus!)¡Feliznavidad,Gus! (Merry Christmas, Gus!)
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$2.80PerBook
BiographiesAbraham Lincoln CesarChavezGeorge Washington Tia Clara Brown
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$2.45PerBook
Arthur ChaptersArturo y el misterioso sobre (Arthur’sMysteryEnvelope)Berto da la talla (Buster Makes the Grade)¡Francisca,incredible,perocierto! (Francine,BelieveItorNot!)
Each Title Sold Individually
$3.40PerBook
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FunandFactsEach book contains questions to answer, things to find, words and facts to learn, and puzzles and quizzes to solve.
Animales salvajes (Wild Animals)Bajoelmar(UndertheSea)Deaquiparaalta(OntheMove)Hogares de animales (Animal Homes)Mi cuerpo y yo (Me and My Body)
10 Book Set (5 Titles)
$1.95PerBookPackage Price $19.50
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EarlyScience(ExperimentsToo!)Simple experiments and clear explanations help children understand how items function and make work easier.
Ruedasyejes(WheelsandAxles)Tornillos(Screws)
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.85PerBookPackage Price $7.40
Math ConceptsThese books provide an introduction to math concepts – finding patterns, counting, odds and evens – using examples from animals and other objects.
Animales gigantescos (Giant Animals)¿Esimparopar?(IsItOddorEven?)Unaranaverde(OneGreenFrog)Veopatrones(ISeePatterns)
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$2.40PerBookPackage Price $19.20
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NonfictionDramatic photography and amazing facts for developing confident readers. Particularly good for reluctant readers.
Animales de dia ydenoche(AnimalsatNight)¡Elpredadorataca!(PredatorAttack!)Misteriosdelespacio(SpaceMysteries)Terrores diminutos (Tiny Terrors)
Each Title Sold Individually
$2.80PerBook
Scooby-DooMysteriesElbarcohundido (TheSunkenShip)Elmonstruodelas nieves (The SnowMonster)La maldicion de la momia (The Mummy’s Curse)
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$2.80PerBook
The Chronicles ofNarniaElcaballoyel muchacho (The Horse & His Boy)ElLeon,labrujayel ropero (The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe)ElprincipeCaspian(PrinceCaspian)
6 Book Set (3 Titles)
$2.85PerBookPackage Price $17.10
LemonySnicket’sASeriesofUnfortunateEventsAcademia muy austera (The Austere Academy)Ascensor Artificioso (The ErsatzElevator)Aserradero Lugubre (The Miserable Mill)La Habitación de los Reptiles(TheReptileRoom)Ventanal(TheWideWindow)
5 Book Set (5 Titles)
$2.25PerBookPackage Price $11.25
Matt ChristopherExperience sports biographies and stories from best selling sports author for young readers, Matt Christopher. A sure to please among boys.
Enelcampodejuegocon AlexRodriguez (OntheFieldwith AlexRodriguez)EnelcampodejuegoconDerekJeter (OntheFieldwithDerekJeter)Elmediocampista(SoccerHalfback)
9 Book Set (3 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $15.75
Grades 4-6Grades 2-3
Junie B. Jones…es una peluquera (IsaBeauty ShopGuy)…y el cumpleaños del malo de Jim (And That Meanie Jim’s Birthday)…y el negocio del mono (And a Little Monkey Business)
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$2.80PerBookMagic Tree HouseMary Pope Osborn’s series about Jack and Annie as they travel through time and explore history.
Bufalos antes del desayuno (Buffalos Before Breakfast)Perrossalvajesalahoradelacena (DingoesatDinnertime)Tigres al anochecer (Tigers at Twilight)
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$3.40PerBookMaya & MiguelJoin the twins and their friends on their hilarious and heartwarming adventures.
Elfútbolentodo elmundo(SoccerAroundtheWorld)Mihermanogemelo/Mihermanagemela (MyTwinBrother/MyTwinSister)
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ArtemisFowlBest-selling series now in Spanish.
ElCuboB(ArtemisFowl)EncuentroenelArtico(ArticIncident)
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$3.05PerBookPackage Price $12.20
YoungAdultRomanceBilingual. Mature subject matter and language.
Assorted Titles
8 Book Set (4 Titles)
$.75PerBookPackage Price $6.00
Latino Baseball’s…LosMadDestacados Guantes (FinestFielders)Los mejores bateadores (Hottest Hitters)
4 Book Set (2 Titles)
$1.75PerBookPackage Price $7.00
Leisure Time ReadingElbosquedelos pigmeos(Forestof thePygmies)Esquelade cazadragones…(School ofDragonHunters)Goosebumps (Assorted Titles)Un lugar en las sombras (SomewhereintheDarkness)
4 Book Set (4 Titles)
$3.50PerBookPackage Price $14.00
Grades 9-12
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