Time to Celebrate!

Halloween is very fun, but it can also be a bit scary, especially for younger kids. Readers are invited to a Halloween costume party and shown what to expect in a similar scenario. Achievable language and content allow new readers to navigate the book independently as they explore what it means to go to a Halloween party. A close text-to-picture correlation supports reading comprehension while the full-color photographs show readers relatable examples of scenes at a costume party.

Summer isn't complete without a cookout or two, but what exactly is a cookout? Readers learn what the term means and what they can expect when attending this fun seasonal event with family or friends. From the kinds of food served to the possibility of games and other outdoor fun, the basics of a cookout are covered in age-appropriate and achievable language so new readers may be able to navigate it independently. Close text-image correlation aids readers as they turn the pages.

Cake, presents, games, songs...there's nothing more fun than a birthday party! Young readers might need an extra chance to prepare for one of the first events they may be attending without their parents being present. In this book, they'll learn what to expect from a typical birthday party through relatable examples and full-color photographs. With an encouraging tone and age-appropriate language, this book is the perfect volume for readers to practice reading and learn more about the excitement of a birthday party.

Carnivals are a fantastic way to spend a day. With popcorn, cotton candy, rides, and games, there's something for every person to enjoy. But younger kids might find the crowds, lights, and noise a little overwhelming. This book for beginning readers is the perfect way to prepare a new carnival goer for a super-fun day. Including full-color photographs that closely correlate to the text, it introduces carnival basics in language written especially for new readers working to navigate books for the first time.

From fun food booths to animal shows, there's so much to do and see at the town, county, or state fair. Young readers explore the games, exhibitions, and shows of a typical fair in the pages of this colorful volume. Written for new readers, the content and language are just right for the pre-K set. Full-color photographs offer a peek at what readers might see at the fair, closely correlating with the text to support even better comprehension.

Communities often like to celebrate important days and events with parades. It can be loud and overwhelming to attend a parade for the first time, but with this book, young readers will know what to expect. From horses and bands to cool cars and people throwing candy, the full-color photographs in this book show some of the most exciting parts of a parade. Age-appropriate language is achievable for new readers and the content introduces tips for safety in crowds and ideas of patriotism.