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Books for Kids Learning to ReadSummer 2025 |
The Berenstain Bears: Get Outdoors
by Mike Berenstain
The cubs are camping in their backyard, and Papa has decided to come. He's an expert camper, but when it's time to set up the tent and start the fire, Papa is the one who needs help.
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Biscuit's Puppy Sleepover
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
When Biscuit, the curious little puppy, and his Little Girl have a sleepover, there's loads of puppy fun! Sleepovers are the best, especially with other puppy friends! But will Biscuit the little yellow puppy be able to find a stuffed animal to sleep with?
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Barbie's Big Move
by Courtney Carbone
Barbie 'Brooklyn' Roberts can't wait to start her next chapter in California, living next door to her best friend, Barbie 'Malibu' Roberts! But even as the whole town warmly welcomes Brooklyn and her family to the West Coast, she can't shake the feeling that she's missing home--and her Granny Vi--back in New York. Will Brooklyn find her place so far from home?
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Freedom Celebration: a Juneteenth Party
by Angela Dalton
The Morris family celebrates Juneteenth each year with a barbecue and red food and drinks, in a story that explains why Juneteenth is called Freedom Day and contains an author's note
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I Want to Be an Artist
by Laura Driscoll
Young readers are introduced to important community helpers and learn the many different ways to be an artist, such as a sculptor, photographer, animator and more, in an affectionate exploration of community.
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StoryBots: How Do Toilets Work?
by Scott Emmons
We use the toilet every day, but how does it work - and where does our waste go? Join the StoryBots for an amazing adventure into the toilet, through the plumbing, and beyond.
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Superman: Man of Steel
by Matt Jones
Join Superman and his allies in Metropolis as they help save their city from Lex Luthor. Will Superman emerge victorious?
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Cece Has a Little Cat
by Maria Le
When Cece sees a little cat with fur soft as snow in the pet store, it's love at first sight.
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Elena Camps
by Juana Medina
Elena is eager to put up her tent - but is there something she's missing in her hurry?
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How to Train Your Dragon: When Hiccup Met Toothless
by Patty Michaels
Fighting dragons is a way of life on the Isle of Berk. As the son of the chief, this is all Hiccup has ever known. But when Hiccup befriends Toothless, an injured dragon, his long-held beliefs are challenged, and he has the chance to change Berk forever!
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Lilo & Stitch: Spring Fever!
by Virginia Murphy
It's a beautiful spring day and Lilo's school is having a party, but before the fun can happen, Lilo and Stitch have to get party supplies and must gather everything before the party begins.
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All Are Welcome: Stepping Up!
by Alexandra Penfold
Simple vocabulary and short sentences show all the things the children have learned during the year, now ready to step up and be proud of what they have done so far.
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Sleepover Night!
by Candice F. Ransom
Brother and Sister go over to their cousin's house for a sleepover.
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Mouse and Spoon: Owlets and Tarts
by Cynthia Rylant
Mom and Dad Owl are exhausted - their three owlets refuse to go to sleep and they need pillow tarts for their babies quickly. They see if Ginger, Tom and Piper and the Mouse and Spoon Bakery can help.
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Nick and Nack Puzzle Reader Collection
by Brandon Budzi
Nick loves to make things, and his robot pal Nack loves to find things. Young children can help them find supplies needed for their inventions in Hidden Picture scenes, in a collection of six books that includes craft directions.
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Boxcar Children: Secret of the Yellow House
by Gertrude Chandler Warner
Many years ago, a man disappeared from the yellow house on Surprise Island. With a bit of sleuthing, the Aldens find a clue to the mystery! Can they uncover the truth of what happened so long ago? Adapted from Gertrude Chandler Warner's The Yellow House Mystery chapter book, this early reader allows children to start reading with a Boxcar Children classic.
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Squid in Pants
by Kaz Windness
A fashion-conscious squid takes some clothes off a small boat, and squabbles with his friends over who gets to wear them - until the owner returns.
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This Makes Me Anxious: First Day of School
by Courtney Carbone
Nervous for her first day of school, a young girl realizes there are many people to help her feel more comfortable so she can have the best first day as she learns how to voice her feelings and count on others.
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Libby Loves Science: States of Matter
by Kimberly Derting
Libby and her classmates, including a new student, learn about the three states of matter when the ice cream for a welcome party melts, in this STEM-themed book that's perfect for aspiring scientists and newly independent readers.
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Best Buddies: Save the Duck!
by Vicky Fang
Through three laugh-out-loud pet-themed stories, best friends Sniff and Scratch have fun with toilet paper, chase each other's tails and cuddle with Sniff's stuffed duck.
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Princess Truly: I Am a Leader!
by Kelly Greenawalt
This trio of stories starring Princess Truly, who helps her friends, her pug, Sir Noodle, and lost ducklings, promotes believing in yourself, building confidence and having a positive self-image.
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Gigi and Ojiji: Perfect Paper Cranes
by Melissa Iwai
While at Japan Festival Day, Gigi volunteers at the origami booth with her Ojiji but soon discovers folding paper is harder than it looks, in this sweet story that includes a glossary of Japanese words and origami instructions.
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Grumpy Monkey: Too Many Bugs
by Suzanne Lang
When his best friend Norman spends all his time feeding and caring for his ever-expanding bug collection and doesn't have time to play, Grumpy Monkey Jim feels left out until he convinces Norman to set them free, but then Norman sees a ladybug…
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Robin Hill School: Halloween Fun
by Margaret McNamara
When first grader Jamie has a Halloween party that includes a haunted house, Hannah is nervous to enter until Jamie volunteers to go too and explain everything to her, making it fun and a lot less scary!
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Reina Ramos: Tour Guide
by Emma Otheguy
When Reina's cousin Andrés comes for a visit, it's not as much fun as she'd imagined it would be, but their friendship soon blossoms when Reina shares her city with Andrés.
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Uni the Unicorn: Uni and the 100 Treasures
by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
For her 100th day of school, Uni's best friend must bring in 100 special treasures and it's up to Uni to help with the treasure hunt by exploring the wonders of nature all around them - with a touch of sparkly unicorn magic along the way.
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Fish: Fish and Clam
by Sergio Ruzzier
Young readers can dive into the world of graphic novel storytelling along with Fish and his new friend Clam, in this fun-filled underwater adventure that encourages visual literacy.
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Paw Patrol Rubble Crew: On the Job
by Elle Stephens
Rubble knows that teamwork can get any job done. So, when city hall needs a new roof, he calls on Mix, Charger, Wheeler, and the rest of his pup family for help.
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