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     The Day the Kids Took Over  written by Sam Apple, illustrated by Julie Robine, and published by JIMMY Patterson Books, an imprint of Little, Brown and Company, a division of Hachette Book Group Inc. in 2021.     Listeners will discover the meaning of compromising, and how to resolve disputes through this story.     

Who Will Kiss the Crocodile? written by Suzy Senior, with illustrations by Claire Powell, and published originally in Great Britain by Little Tiger Press Ltd. & the U.S. by Tiger Tales Books in 2022.   A modern version of Sleeping Beauty that will delight little readers with its rhyming cadence and happy ending!

Splat the Cat and the Lemonade Stand ; A Level 2 I Can Read Book, created by Rob Scotton, with cover art by Rick Farley, and Laura Driscoll, with pictures by Robert Eberz, published by Harper Collins Children's Books, a division of Harper Collins Publishers, in 2019.          This is a story is about summer fun for two friends.   Splat and Spike learn to enjoy working together, and learn responsibility in this venture.  Listeners might also discuss goal setting after hearing this story.

Flat Stanley and the Bees, created by Jeff Brown, story by Lori Haskins Houran, with pictures by Macky Pamintuan and published by Harper Collins Children's Books, a division of Harper Collins Publishers in 2019.          This is a perfect story of summer fun with Stanley, Arthur, and their friends!   The episode encourages listeners to retell the story by highlighting story elements that promote comprehension.

Good Driving, Amelia Bedelia  is written by Herman Parish, with illustrations by Lynn Sweat, and published by Greenwillow  Books, a division of William Morrow & Company, Inc. in 1995.          Back by popular demand- Amelia is loved by our listeners all over the globe!  Get ready to laugh out loud as you enjoy the antics of Amelia and Mr. Rogers trying to drive through the countryside!

          Last Stop On Market Street  is written by  Matt De La Pena, with pictures by Christian Robinson and was published by Puffin Books, part of Penguin Random House of London, in 2015.          This story of realistic fiction reminds us of the rewards that come from simply being kind, and that beauty is all around us.  Also, it reminds us that sharing is caring, and simple acts of kindness can make us feel good inside.

Polar Bear Island  written by Lindsay Bonilla, illustrated by Cinta Villalobos, and published by Sterling Children's Books, NY.   This story is about accepting differences among new friends.  Always be kind!

Roses Are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink is written & illustrated by Diane deGroat, manufactured in 1996 by South China Printing Company Ltd. and distributed by Harper Collins Children's Books, a division of Harper Collins Publishers, NY.     This is a special Valentine's Day episode that includes a lesson about "The Golden Rule"-Treat others as you want to be treated.   Always be kind and you will get kindness from others in return!     Happy Valentine's Day!      Miss Joanne

'Twas the Night Before Thanksgiving is written and illustrated by David Pilkey, and published by Orchard Books, New York, in 1990.  Children may enjoy retelling this story as families gather during the holidays!  This story also commemorates Thanksgiving and Little Readers' second year anniversary!  We are very grateful to ALL of our listeners around the globe!  

Bear Has A Story To Tell is written by Philip C Stead, illustrated by Erin E. Stead, and published by Roaring Book Press, a division of Holtzbrinck Publishing Holdings Limited Partnership in 2012.   This story is about changing seasons, friendship, and also includes an introduction to hibernation and migration.  Miss Joan encourages listeners to further investigate animal's behavior, and retell the story using their own different voices for the characters in the story.

Run, Turkey, Run! written by Diane Mayr, illustrated by Laura Rader, and published by Walker Publishing Company, Inc. in 2007.    This story is strictly entertaining! It provides examples of personification and onomatopoeia, which helps youngsters in the process of re-telling the story, and remembering the correct sequence of events.  

 The Kiddie Table , is written and illustrated by Colleen Madden, published by Capstone Editions, a Capstone imprint, in 2018.     Everyone can relate to this story, especially as the holiday season approaches, because we have all experienced what the main character is going through!  The importance of controlling strong emotions is stressed in the follow-up discussion.  Rhyming words are also highlighted by Miss Joan.

Old Lion and Little Rabbit is written and illustrated by Keiko Kaichi, English Editions published in 2017 by Michael Neugebauer Publishing Ltd. in Hong Kong.   This is a heartwarming tale about the strength of bonds between friends.  Two extremely different creatures develop a powerful bond of friendship, demonstrating how to guard and protect our friends.  The main character demonstrates how the power of friendship can overcome even instinctive behaviors.

Cherry and Olive  is written and illustrated by Benjamin Lacombe, published by Walker Publishing Co., Inc. in 2007.  This realistic fiction story promotes discussion about friendship, bullying, diversity, and kindness.

GRUMPY MONKEY Party Time!  is written by Suzanne Lang, illustrated by Max Lang, and published by Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC in 2019.  This story highlights the problem of being encouraged (or pressured) by friends to do something that you REALLY do not want to do.  Kids discover that speaking up and being true to their feelings is the solution, and it is okay not to follow the crowd.

Stay: A Girl, A Dog, A Bucket List is written by Kate Klise, illustrated by Sarah Klise, and published by Feiwel and Friends, an imprint of Macmillan Publishing Group, LLC in 2017.     This heartwarming story focuses on the special relationships that all people develop with their pets.  We can also extend the overarching theme of this story to our personal relationships:  Just spending time with each other is more meaningful than the activities we do when we are together.  Cherish your time together!

Muggie Maggie, written by Beverly Cleary, illustrated by Kay Life, and published by William Morrow and Company, Inc. in 1990.       This is a funny story with a serious lesson for students worrying about the challenges of this new school year.

Flat Stanley's Worldwide Adventures 2: The Great Egyptian Grave Robbery  was created by Jeff Brown and written by Sara Pennypacker, with pictures by Macky Pamintuan, published by Scholastic Inc. by  arrangement with HarperCollins Children's Books, a division of HarperCollins Publishers in 2009.     Flat Stanley's adventures create enjoyment through 'stretching' youngsters' imagination.  This book goes beyond fantasy to promote developing map skills, exploring different cultures, and also emphasizes being polite and kind, no matter what predicament may be at hand!     Chapter markers are used in this episode to enable listeners to stop when they choose, and be able to pick-up where they left off easily the next time!

We Are Brothers  is written by Yves Nadon, illustrated by Jean Claverie, and published by Creative Editions, an imprint of The Creative Company in 2018.  This story highlights encouragement between siblings when faced with challenging activities.  This story is truly uplifting and inspirational for brothers and sisters alike!

Elmore is written and illustrated by Holly Hobie, and published by Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, in 2018.   This is a story about friendship & appreciating differences among ourselves. Vocabulary development is included with this episode