I Can Read Book Series

Grizzwold the lovable bear is having a tough time finding somewhere to live. He's too big for most places, and too clumsy for others. He's not even any good as a live bearskin rug! Will Grizzwold ever find a home that's just right?

Barney's Horse

by Syd Hoff

Published 1 October 1987

Though he is used to the city streets, Barney's horse becomes frightened of the noisy new overhead trains.

The Horse in Harry's Room

by Syd Hoff

Published 11 March 1970

Harry keeps a horse in his room. A trusty horse only he can see. But then his parents take him to the country to see "real" horses. Horses that are free to run, kick, and nibble. Now Harry must decide: Does his horse need to be free, too?

Who Will Be My Friends?

by Syd Hoff

Published 1 January 1960

A classic I Can Read about finding a friend—a good match for 3- to 6-year-olds looking for a friendship story, especially during or after a move.

He likes his new room and his new street. The police officer and the mail carrier are very nice. But what Freddy really needs are friends—and he looks everywhere until he finds them!

Syd Hoff created the Danny and the Dinosaur and Sammy the Seal I Can Read favorites. His unique graphic style still speaks to children today.

"Highly successful—has the individuality and style welcome on the primary-first grade reading level." —School Library Journal

Chester

by Syd Hoff

Published 21 January 1961

Chester, a wild horse who wants to be tame, comes to the city looking for a home. ‘Reading for fun: the artist’s sense of pacing makes this book race along.’ —Saturday Review.

Stanley

by Syd Hoff

Published 21 January 1962

Chased away by the other cavemen because he is different, Stanley finds a new and better way of living.

Sammy the Seal

by Syd Hoff

Published 1 January 1959

Sammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do-and he even learns to read! "So funny and so original that it promises to be one of the most successful books in this best-selling series." (Publishers Weekly) Sammy the Seal is another hilarious, original story by Syd Hoff, the celebrated author of Danny and the Dinosaur. This Level One I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child.

Albert the Albatross

by Syd Hoff

Published 1 January 1961

Oliver

by Syd Hoff

Published 1 January 1960

Oliver has always wanted to be a dancing elephant, but what will he do when he discovers the circus already has enough elephants? Beginning readers will laugh out loud as they follow Oliver's adventures and find out how this elephant of unique charm and talent finally achieves his dream. Now available in full color!