Paco
Part 1 of the Little Readers series
Paco: Little Readers #1
A Decodable Beginning Reader
Meet Paco and his dog, Coco! In this short and silly introduction, Paco eats food and Coco eats food. What happens when Coco tries to eat Paco's food? Should Paco eat Coco's food?
This book pairs with the Spanish version, Paco: Little Lectores Book 1
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
Paco and Coco
Part 2 of the Little Readers series
Paco and his dog, Coco, are at it again! Building on the first Little Lectores reader, Paco and Coco eat and are silly about it. Coco may get a little confused about what he is supposed to eat, but he is still a good friend to Paco.
This is
Part 3 of the Little Readers series
This is: Little Readers #3
A Decodable Beginning Reader
Paco and his dog, Coco, are at it again! Is Paco a boy? Is Coco a dog? Paco and Coco play at different roles in this silly story.
This book pairs with the Spanish version, Este es: Little Lectores Book 3
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
Who Is This?
Part 4 of the Little Readers series
Who is this? It's Paco, Coco, and their friend Zita. Everyone has fun playing dress up and everyone has fun being friends.
Look! A Cat
Part 5 of the Little Readers series
Paco and his dog, Coco, love to see their friend, Zita. When they all see a cat, Coco is the one most excited by the new visitor.
There He Is!
Part 6 of the Little Readers series
There He Is!: Little Readers #6
A Decodable Beginning Reader
It's time for a game of hide and seek! Where is Paco? Where is Zita?
This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¡Ahí está!: Little Lectores Book 6
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
Paco and Zita
Part 7 of the Little Readers series
Poor Coco! Paco is not around. He went to the movies. Coco looks for Zita, but she went to the bank with her mom. Will Coco get to play with the people he loves best? Of course he will!
The House
Part 8 of the Little Readers series
Let's visit Paco's house. When Paco comes home, his first step is to look for Coco. Where is Coco? Right where he is happiest.
What Is That?
Part 9 of the Little Readers series
What is That?: Little Readers #9
A Decodable Beginning Reader
What is that? A cat! There are three cats living near the house, a black cat, a brown cat, and a white cat. Coco and the cats are friends in this short, sweet story.
This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¿Qué es eso?: Little Lectores Book 9
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
Coco Is Dirty
Part 10 of the Little Readers series
Coco is a dirty, dirty dog. How will Paco and Zita clean up Coco? Coco may not like being washed, but he will be okay.
The Store
Part 11 of the Little Readers series
The Store: Little Readers #11
A Decodable Beginning Reader
Paco and Zita go to the corner store. There may be lots of things they would like to buy, but they don't have any money so they wave goodbye to the shop owner and head home.
This book pairs with the Spanish version, La tienda: Little Lectores Book 11
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
Paco Is Hungry
Part 12 of the Little Readers series
Paco's stomach is gurgling and he needs something to eat! He and Zita work together to make yummy sandwiches. Much better!
Play With Zita
Part 13 of the Little Readers series
Play with Zita: Little Readers #13
A Decodable Beginning Reader
When Paco, Coco and Zita go to the park, they have lots of fun. Unfortunately, the things that are fun for Coco are not fun for Paco and Zita. Will they be able to teach Coco how to behave at the park?
This book pairs with the Spanish version, Jugar con Zita: Little Lectores Book 13
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
The Beach
Part 14 of the Little Readers series
Paco, Zita and Coco go to the beach and have a great time. Who wouldn't? Between swimming, playing in the sand, is there anything else to do? Zita has a plan!
Good Night Paco
Part 15 of the Little Readers series
Good Night Paco: Little Readers #15
A Decodable Beginning Reader
Paco and Zita can play all day, but when evening comes, it's time to go home. In this book, Paco and Coco head back home so that Paco (and Coco!) can have dinner.
This book pairs with the Spanish version, Buenas noches Paco: Little Lectores Book 15
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
Cooking Dinner
Part 16 of the Little Readers series
It's dinner time! Paco helps his mom make one of his favorite foods, paella! Tasty and nutritious, Paco is happy to help his mom cook.
Go to Bed, Paco!
Part 17 of the Little Readers series
It's time for bed but Paco doesn't want to go to bed. Is he tired?
Time to Get Up
Part 18 of the Little Readers series
It may be a beautiful day. The sky is pretty, the birds are chirping, but Paco does not want to wake up. Paco's mom needs him to get out of bed, and he will, but it might take a little bit...
Time for School
Part 19 of the Little Readers series
Paco and Zita are ready for school. Zita has her backpack. Paco has his lunch. The school day will bring lots of fun things, including music class. It will be a good day!
Music Class
Part 20 of the Little Readers series
It's time for music class. There are fun instruments like the drum and the flute. Everyone can sing along. But, Paco! It helps when everyone sings the same song. Poor Paco! The class can try again.
Clean Your Desk!
Part 21 of the Little Readers series
Why is Paco's desk so messy? He needs paper and his friend, Zita, is kind enough to give it to him. That still doesn't solve the problem. Zita shows she is a really good friend by helping Paco clean out his desk.
Recess
Part 22 of the Little Readers series
Recess is for playing! Paco and Zita have fun during recess, but will a too-long line for the swings cut their playtime short?
A Sad Story
Part 23 of the Little Readers series
Paco's teacher reads a new story to the class. It is sad. All of the kids in the class do not like the story. Why would she read them a sad story? Tomorrow will be a better day for Paco's class.
Paco Writes
Part 24 of the Little Readers series
Paco Writes: Little Readers #24
A Decodable Beginning Reader
It's journal time in Paco's class. Paco wants to write in his journal, but he can't remember what he did the day before. Zita helps him remember and his teacher encourages him to write as much as he can.
This book pairs with the Spanish version, Escribe Paco: Little Lectores Book 24
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
We Love the Zoo
Part 25 of the Little Readers series
Paco and Zita love to visit the zoo. It is a long car ride away but it is worth a visit. Paco and Zita see parrots, elephants, and penguins. It is such a fun day at the zoo.
The Soccer Game
Part 26 of the Little Readers series
The Soccer Game: Little Readers #26
A Decodable Beginning Reader
Paco gets to play in his first soccer game. He will run with his team. He can kick the ball hard. Even when he falls down, he can get back up. Will Coco help him play soccer? No matter what, it will be a good game.
This book pairs with the Spanish version, Un Buen Juego: Little Lectores Book 26
This book is part of the Little Readers series - where reading is fun! Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures and learn to read in English. The Little Readers series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with 32 books to choose from, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. Corresponding books in the Little Lectores series are also available in Spanish for Spanish immersion classrooms, English Language Learners, and beginning Spanish language instruction. Start your reading journey today with Little Readers!
A Snack
Part 27 of the Little Readers series
Paco wants a snack. He has a good idea to drink some milk. He thinks Coco would like to drink milk, but that is not a good idea.
The Pool
Part 28 of the Little Readers series
Hot days are perfect for swimming in the pool. Paco and Zita swim, splash and play. Poor Coco, he does not get to go in the pool.
Presents
Part 29 of the Little Readers series
Paco's family is getting ready for Christmas. Paco knows he should wait for Christmas morning to open his present, but he also really wants to find his present early. Can he show self-control and wait for Christmas morning?
Helping a Plant
Part 30 of the Little Readers series
Helping a Plant: Little Readers #30
Zita has a plant that needs help. She brings it to her mom and tells her that her plant is dying. Zita didn't know that she was supposed to water her plant. Now her plant will grow!
Hide and Seek
Part 31 of the Little Readers series
Paco and Zita play hide and seek. Coco thinks he should get to play too. Should Coco play hide and seek? It will be a fun game, no matter who plays.
Better than Bikes
Part 32 of the Little Readers series
Zita wants Paco to join her for a bike ride but it is his dinner time. Paco asks his mom if Zita can join them for dinner. When both Paco's mom and Zita's dad agrees, the kids think sharing dinner together is better than a bike ride.