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Centerville City Schools Up to Kindergarten Reading List 2024 |
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Jungle Night
by Sandra Boynton
It's nighttime in the jungle and the animals are gently snoring...until
the elephant joins in! Be sure to check out other books from this
famous children's author.
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Clifford, the Big Red Dog
by Norman Bridwell
The first Clifford classic storybook follows the adventures of Emily Elizabeth, her big red dog, Clifford, and their friends in Birdwell
Island. Also see other titles in the Clifford series.
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The Runaway Bunny
by Margaret Wise Brown
When little bunny has his fears and doubts, his loving mother finds
just the perfect way to calm his fears and reassure him.
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Splat!
by Jon Burgerman
An uproarious tale that depicts the book itself as a side-tickling
prankster invites young children to join in the fun by turning pages
to splat pretend pies, squish sandwiches, and pop water balloons
on boldly colored spreads.
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Ten Black Dots
by Donald Crews
A counting book which shows what can be done with ten black dots.
One can make a sun, two a fox's eyes, or eight the wheels of a train.
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Corduroy
by Don Freeman
Corduroy, a lonely bear in green overalls, must first find his lost
button before he can be Lisa's very own bear. See other titles in
the Corduroy series.
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Big
by Vashti Harrison
This emotional exploration of being big in a world that prizes small follows a young child's journey to self-love, showing the power of
words to both hurt and heal.
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Where's Spot?
by Eric Hill
A mother dog finds eight other animals hiding around the house
before finding her lost puppy. See other titles in the Spot series.
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Eyes that Kiss in the Corners
by Joanna Ho
A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers
but by drawing from the strength of the powerful women in her life,
she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment.
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The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack KeatsThe adventures of a little boy in the city on a very snowy day. Be
sure to check out other books by this author.
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Benita and the Night Creatures
by Mariana Llanos
Benita loves to read in bed but keeps getting interrupted by a
whistling Tunche, a scary Supay, and other spooky creatures from Peruvian lore.
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Love You Forever
by Robert N. Munsch
As her son grows up from little boy to adult man, a mother secretly
rocks him each night as he sleeps. Be sure to check out other titles
by this author.
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Time for Kenny
by J. Brian Pinkney
During his busy day, Kenny gets dressed, fights his fear of the
vacuum cleaner, gets a soccer lesson from his sister, and prepares
for bed - with his loving family always near.
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Curious George
by H. A. Rey
The curiosity of a newly-captured monkey gets him into continual
trouble. See more titles in the Curious George series.
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Press Here
by Herve Tullet
Using no special effects other than the reader's imagination, a
series of dots multiplies, grows, or changes color by pressing,
tilting, or blowing on the previous page. Make sure to check out
other titles by this imaginative author.
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Max's Chocolate Chicken
by Rosemary Wells
Max and his sister Ruby go on an egg hunt and vie with each other
for the prize - a chocolate chicken. See other titles in the Max & Ruby series.
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Biscuit
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Biscuit, a lovable little puppy, does not want to go to bed and
resists being tucked away for the evening, until he gets his wish
for one last thing. Also see other titles in the Biscuit series.
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Fiona Plays Soccer
by Richard Cowdrey
Fiona the hippo and her friends find a soccer ball and decide to
play a game.
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Click, Clack Rainy Day
by Doreen Cronin
When the cows decide to stand in the rain, Farmer Brown, the
chickens, and the mice are quite concerned, especially when the
wind picks up, leaving them to wonder if the cows will come home.
Be sure to check out other reader books by this author!
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Are You My Mother?
by P. D. Eastman
Never having seen his mother, a baby bird makes humorous
mistakes trying to find her.
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I Did It!
by Michael Emberley
A girl tries and tries again to learn to ride a bicycle and all her
friends provide words of encouragement.
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Dog Can Hide
by Laura Gehl
This fun-filled early reader is filled with hide-and-seek hijinks as
Cat tries to find Dog and Frog.
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See the Ghost: Three Stories About Things
You Cannot See
by David LaRochelle
In this hilarious trio of stories for beginning readers, Max the dog
and Baby Cakes the cat encounter a scare-happy ghost, blustery
wind, and a teeny-tiny fairy - curious things they can't see but can definitely hear.
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Flubby Will Not Take a Bath
by J. E. Morris
Armed with bubbles, shampoo, and a cat toy, Kami is determined
to give Flubby the fussy feline a bath - even if she has to get
creative!
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I Love Insects
by Lizzy Rockwell
The girl in this story loves insects. Her friend does not like insects.
Like them or not, children will learn many interesting facts, as well
as why insects are essential to human survival.
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Cat Likes Red
by Christopher Russo
Illustrations and simple text follow Cat as he explores seven monochromatic landscapes - including a yellow field and a
blue ocean - and meets new friends along the way.
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Charlie & Mouse
by Laurel Snyder
Two inventive young brothers share a series of wacky
adventures involving conversations with lumps, a neighborhood
party, a rock-selling venture, and the creation of the "bedtime
banana." See other titles in the Charlie & Mouse series.
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Fox Has a Problem
by Corey R. Tabor
When Fox has a problem that causes all his friends to have
problems too, they must work together to fix things before it's
too late. Check out other books by this author.
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Today I Will Fly!
by Mo Willems
While reckless Piggie is determined to fly, his friend Elephant is
skeptical, but when Piggie gets a little help from others, amazing
things happen. Also read other titles in the Elephant & Piggie series.
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Worm and Caterpillar Are Friends
by Kaz Windness
When Caterpillar disappears for a while and comes back as
Butterfly, he wonders if Worm will still want to be his best friend,
in this heartwarming and affirming celebration of true friendship.
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Henry, Like Always
by Jenn Bailey
Henry, a first grader on the autism spectrum, attempts to navigate friendships, and sudden changes in classroom routines - like a
parade on Friday instead of share time. Also see Henry and the Something New.
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