Bear Hugs

by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Published 1 September 2000
Baby Bear asks his parents for all kinds of hugs—wet hugs, dry hugs, fly up to the sky hugs—in search of the best hug of all. The Step into Reading series entices brand-new readers with rhyme, rhythm, and repetition. The type is big, the words are easy, and the art is bright and bold.

Panda Kisses

by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Published 9 December 2008
This Step 1 Step into Reading title is about a Baby Panda who is on a mission to find the perfect type of kiss!

Baby Panda's parents offer  “A soft kiss? A sweet kiss? A sticky bamboo treat kiss” but after everything, his perfect kiss might've been in front of him the whole time...

From one of the most recognizable names in the easy-to-read field, this sweet Step 1 features big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. A rhyming text with a bouncy rhythm and adorable illustrations paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

Monkey Play

by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Published 1 January 2012
Monkey Plays is an energetic companion to Bear Hugs and Panda Kisses

One by one, monkeys add to the jungle fun—swinging from palm trees, hiding in an Indian market, and playing from sundown to sun-up!

This playful Step 1 features a rhyming text with a bouncy rhythm and bright illustrations.