Children's Books
Minecraft Ecology: Forests
Step into the shady world of Minecraft forests, where oak and birch trees pack tight and the floor stays cool and dim. Can Alex keep her wits about her when thick leaves block her view and mobs lurk behind every trunk? Why is wood the most treasured thing in the game, and what happens when too many trees fall? Gather provisions, spot rare dark oaks, and help replant a greener world. This decodable reader practices si making /zh/ in words like ’treasure,’ ‘vision,’ ‘unusual,’ and ‘decision.’
No Room for Pokey!
Pokey the cat is searching for a cozy spot to sleep, but every place he tries is already taken! A box stuffed with grumpy cats, a trash can guarded by snarling Inky - nobody wants to share. Then the rain begins, lightning cracks the sky, and suddenly everything changes. Will Pokey find somewhere safe, and what will he do when the other cats need help too? This decodable reader practices the ‘ough’ phonogram in words like ’tough,’ ‘rough,’ ’enough,’ ’thought,’ and ’through.’
Not My Wheat Field!
Ned’s wheat field is finally sprouting - but what happens when a naughty creeper sneaks in overnight? Can Ned save his crops before they go up in smoke? With help from The Book, Ned learns to plant, protect, and maybe even bake something delicious. But first he’ll need a clever plan to outsmart one very sneaky visitor. This decodable reader practices the ‘augh’ sound in words like ‘caught,’ ’taught,’ ’naughty,’ and ’laughed.’
Pedal, Mama, Pedal!
When the school bell rings in Animal Town, every mom and dad zooms off to pick up their kids - every single one except poor Mama Bear, who always arrives last. Can a bear who has never ridden before really learn to pedal? And what happens when wobbly wheels meet a brave heart and a cheering cub? Hop on and find out! This decodable reader practices suffixes in words like ’loudly,’ ‘proudly,’ ‘happiness,’ and ‘hopeless.’
Snap! Missed Me!
Dan the monkey loves to play outside in the sunshine, leaping from branch to branch in search of the perfect crunchy leaf. But what happens when a giant fish with snapping jaws is waiting in the stream below? Can Dan dodge those teeth, or will his wild cartwheels land him headfirst into trouble? A cheeky, heart-thumping adventure full of swings, splashes, and near misses! This decodable reader builds confidence with compound words such as ‘sunshine,’ ‘daydream,’ ‘headfirst,’ and ‘midair.’
Sticky Fingers!
What happens when a sticky orange ice block meets a whole market full of fancy things to touch? Grace had the best day ever at the city market - she danced to flute music, spotted lace skirts, and hugged a crying boy. But her fingers got stickier and stickier, and every single thing she touched seemed to notice! Can she make it home without causing more trouble? This decodable reader practices soft c words such as ‘city,’ ‘ice,’ ‘juice,’ and ‘fancy.’
The Hungry Shadow
A monster came down from the hills, and by Wednesday only sixteen villagers were left. No spear can stop it, so how do you fight a thing that swallows everything whole? Brave young Kwezi has one strange, dangerous idea: to beat the monster, he must let it swallow him. Can a boy, a breathing tube, and a small flame really save everyone? This Bookbot level practices the ‘ough’ sound with words like ’tough’, ‘rough’, ’though’, ’thought’, and ’enough’.
The Dog Got Out!
Every morning, Pip watches Mom leave for work - and every morning, Pip has a plan. What happens when a clever little dog decides the fence is NOT going to stop her? Will she meet her friends, find something musical next door, and still make it home before Mom? Get ready for jumps, giggles, and one very innocent smile! This decodable reader practices si making /zh/ in words like ‘decision,’ ’evasion,’ ‘illusion,’ ’treasure,’ and ‘unusual.’
Where Did Everyone Go?
In the noisiest, most squished-up house in the world, there is absolutely nowhere to go! With Grandma, Pa, Mom, Dad, baby, aunt, uncle, and a very innocent-looking cat underfoot, could one little wish for peace and quiet really change everything? And when the house finally falls silent, will it feel as wonderful as our hero hoped? This decodable reader practices compound words such as ‘household,’ ‘driveway,’ ‘stairway,’ ‘doorway,’ and ‘daydream.’
Who Made the Rain Cry?
When a sad tune drifts from a girl’s window and makes the clouds cry, who will follow the song to find her? Brown Rabbit twitches his ears, Bee buzzes into the sky, and Bird soars between raindrops - but can a garden full of critters mend such deep sadness? This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables in words like ‘rabbit,’ ‘garden,’ ‘sunny,’ ‘problem,’ and ‘until.’