Read-It! Readers: Orange Level
14 total works
Happy Valentine's Day, Gus!/!Feliz Dia de La Amistad, Gus!
by Jacklyn Williams
On the first day of third grade, Gus worries that his teacher will be a monster, his classmates will call him names, and it will be the worst day of his life, but when it is over he discovers that most of his fears were unfounded.
Published 1 March 2008
Gus knows nothing about fishing, but his grandfather teaches him all of the important things--including that there is more to a great fishing trip than catching fish.
Gus and friends "eggscitedly" prepare for the Easter egg hunt at school with the giant chocolate egg for first prize.
Every time Gus has a lovely Valentine's gift for his mother, it seems to meet with disaster.
When Gus and Bean go to gather farm vegetables for Thanksgiving, Bean brings his camera along so that he can finish a homework assignment.
Gus's Mom sends him to karate camp for his birthday, but Gus and Bean have to put up with Billy when they get there.
Gus wants to be sure that Santa Claus will remember him and what he wants for Christmas, but wearing huge antlers while waiting in line at Santa Land draws more attention than he wants.
Gus's mom sends him to karate camp for his birthday, but Gus and Beto have to put up with Billy when they get there.
In preparation for the Halloween parade, Gus must do two things--create the best costume and learn to march.