I Hug

by David McPhail

Published 15 August 2017
Simple enough for the newest of readers, this affectionate story is a reminder of all the huggable things we see every day. Guided Reading Level A.

With a simple text, where only one word changes per page, beloved author-illustrator David McPhail has crafted a sweet story in which a small child shows her love for everything around her-- her cat and dog, her favorite tree, and of course, her family and friends.

The gentle waterolor illustrations reflect and reinforce the text, offering clues to help new readers and adding warmth and detail to the scenes.  This charming story is perfect to read with a loved one-- or simple enough to be the first book a child reads on their own.

The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards.  Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high-quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read again and again with their parents, teachers or on their own!

Level A books, for early kindergarten, have one short sentence that repeats on every page with only one word change per spread. Images help tell the story—leading to faster decoding of sight words. This proven method starts the earliest readers on the path to reading fluency. When Level A is mastered, follow up with Level B.

I Am Just Right

by David McPhail

Published 19 March 2019
The boy in this book is growing and changing--just like you! Self-acceptance and change are celebrated when a child gives up babyish ways and becomes a "big boy!" A sweet Level C story that teaches kids that it's okay to change.

I am too big for my crib.
I am too big for my shirt

The boy in this book is too big for his crib, his shoes, and his tricycle. And he is too big for Grandpa to pick up.

But he is just right for his big-boy bed, his new shirt, and his bicycle. And he is just right for a hug from Grandpa, for his sister, and for this book. He is just right!

Delightful illustrations by David McPhail make this confidence-building picture book just right for preschoolers and kindergarteners.

A celebration of self-acceptance, growth, and change!

For readers who have mastered basic sight words, Level C books feature slightly longer sentences and awider range of high-frequency words than Level B books. Level C books are suitable for mid-to-latekindergarten readers. When Level C is mastered, follow up with Level D.

The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based uponFountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, TheodorSeuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high quality illustrations that supportcomprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!

Jump

by David McPhail

Published 17 July 2018
For the very newest readers, a funny story with charming illustrations--about friendship, animals, and jumping!--by a beloved author-illustrator.

I can jump.

She can jump.

A bug, a cow (over the moon, of course) . . . even a hippo can jump. Delightful illustrations by David McPhail and simple text will have new readers jumping for joy!

Boy, Bird, and Dog

by David McPhail

Published 1 August 2011
In this story for beginning readers, Boy, Bird, and Dog have lots of fun in their tree house.

Sick Day

by David McPhail

Published 1 July 2012
Loving friendships and caring for loved ones are the subjects of this poignant, easy-to-read picture book. When Boy gets sick, family and friends try to help him get well. Mom brings soup. Dog brings a bone, and Bird brings pizza. Though he declines the bone and the pizza, Boy gets well. But now his friends are sick. And now Boy has a chance to help his friends recover. Simple text and expressive illustrations tell a story of love and friendship that holds great meaning for young readers. An I Like to Read® book, Guided Reading Level D.

Crash! The Cat

by David McPhail

Published 12 September 2016
Crash! The cat springs into action in this hilarious easy reader.

The family cat destroys everything in his path, and the two girls who love him worry that he may be sick or blind in this story of unconditional pet love. Crash destroys Kait’s drum set, Krissie’s doll, Mom’s cake and Dad’s paint job. The family takes Crash to the vet who says the cat is fine, but Crash topples the laundry as soon as he’s back home. One night while the girls are in bed, they hear the biggest CRASH! of all. That night, Crash is a hero!

The award-winning I Like to Read® series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors--create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!

For early-to-mid first grade readers, Level G books feature more complex storylines than prior levels, and a wider variety of structure and punctuation. Illustrations offer support for decoding the more challenging vocabulary words introduced.

Bad Dog

by David McPhail

Published 1 February 2014
Bad dog! Tom the dog is being very bad…Can he redeem himself before Dad puts him out in the yard?

Loveable rascal Tom the dog is being very bad. He breaks the TV. He chases Kit the cat. He pulls down the tablecloth. Luckily, when Kit goes missing, it takes someone with four legs and a powerful nose to find her. Forgiveness and love triumph in this charming, easy-to-read story of a family dog who is rarely on his best behavior but whose heart is always in the right place.

An I Like to Read® book. Guided Reading Level C.

The award-winning I Like to Read© series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators—including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors—create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!

For readers who've mastered basic sight words, Level C books feature slightly longer sentences and a wider range of high-frequency words than Level B books. Level C books are suitable for mid-to-late kindergarten readers. When Level C is mastered, follow up with Level D.

I Had Ten Hats

by David McPhail

Published 20 July 2021
Have fun finding silly hats--a flat hat, a bat hat, and even a cat hat. This Level C book is perfect for new readers.

I had a red hat. I had a bed hat.

10 hats in all. But a strong wind comes by and scatters them everywhere. He invites readers to help find them.

Artwork by lauded author-illustrator David McPhail will delight and motivate your child as he or she reads the text. And a search-and-find game adds to the fun.

This book has been officially leveled using the F & P Level Gradient(TM) Leveling System.

For readers who've mastered basic sight words, Level C books feature slightly longer sentences and a wider range of high-frequency words than Level B books. Level C books are suitable for mid-to-late kindergarten readers. When Level C is mastered, follow up with Level D

I Like to Read: The award-winning I Like to Read series features guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas & Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors--create original, high-quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read again and again with their parents, teachers or on their own!