Beginning-To-Read
Series · 31
books · 1950-2017
Books in series
#1
Four Good Friends
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#5
Hot and Cold
2017
"Heating or cooling different materials may cause them to change. Heating some materials might cause them to melt or cook. Cooling some materials might cause them to change color or form. Some of these changes are reversible, while others are irreversible. Includes science and reading activities and a word list"—
#8
Spring
2015
In Spring, the weather warms up, snow changes to rain, flowers bloom, and baby animals are born. May Day is celebrated and there are new things to see. This informational text, nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book contains high-frequency words and content vocabulary. This book can be paired with It's Spring, Dear Dragon, its TWIN TEXT fiction counterpart. Reading reinforcement pages include a word list and activities to strengthen early literacy skills, such as understanding the craft and structure of informational text, key vocabulary words, foundation skills, close reading, and fluency.
#9
City Fun
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0 - 1.5.
#10
The Funny Ride
1950
When his kite lifts him above the ground, a child takes a "funny ride" as he views what is on the ground and in the air.
#11
I Like Things
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0 - 1.5.
#13
Sun and Shade
2017
"The sun gives off heat to keep plants and animals warm and alive. Sometimes the sun can be too hot and it is necessary to find a less sunny area. Shade can come from nature or can be manmade. This title includes science and reading activities and a wordlist"—
#18
What Is It?
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#19
Snow Baby, the
1969
Two children play in the snow and find a furry surprise.
#20
A House for Little Red
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#21
Summer
2015
In the Summer, the sun is hot, and its the perfect time of year for swimming, playing baseball, having picnics, eating ice cream, and watching fireworks. It's a time for fun! This nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book contains high-frequency words and content vocabulary. This book can be paired with It's Summer, Dear Dragon as a fiction counterpart. Reading reinforcement pages include a word list and activities to strengthen early literacy skills, such as understanding the craft and structure of nonfiction text, key vocabulary words, phonics and language skills, close reading, and fluency.
#22
Winter
2015
"Winter is a special time of year. The air is cold, snow falls, and animals sleep. People go sledding and skating and celebrate New Year's Day and Valentine's Day. Find out about all the things there are to do in winter. This title includes reading activities and a word list"—
#28
Saving Money
2015
You can save money at home or you can take it to a bank. Find out how the bank keeps your money safe. Learn about coins and bills and how to save, spend, and share them. This nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book contains high-frequency words and content vocabulary and can be paired with Dear Dragon Goes to the Bank as a fiction counterpart. Reading reinforcement pages include a word list and activities to strengthen early literacy skills, such as understanding the craft and structure of nonfiction text, key vocabulary words, phonics and language skills, close reading, and fluency.
#29
Let's Play Hockey
2015
"Hockey is a team sport that is played on ice. Players wear skates, helmets, and pads. They use hockey sticks to get the puck into the other team's net. Find out about the coach, referees, and how to win a game. This title includes reading activities and a word list"—
#30
Little Red Riding Hood
1968
Uno de los cuentos clásicos más populares de todos los tiempos, en la versión íntegra recogida por los hermanos Grimm Caperucita Roja era una niña muy buena y obediente. Pero un día, cuando llevaba una cesta a su abuela, el malvado lobo la engañó. ¡Menos mal que apareció un leñador! Cuando volvió a aparecer el lobo, Caperucita y su abuela ya no necesitaron ninguna ayuda...
#36
Tom Thumb
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0 - 1.5. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#40
Circus Fun
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#41
Let's Have a Play
1950
On a rainy day, two children decide to make paper-bag puppets and put on a play for themselves and their parents.
#42
Dear Dragon Goes to the Dentist
2013
"A boy and his pet dragon visit the dentist's office and learn about taking care of their teeth and being brave. This title includes reading activities and a word list"—
#55
The Little Runaway
1950
Recounts the adventures of a runaway kitten.
#58
Color and Shape
2017
"Objects around us are made of various materials that come in different colors and shapes. Some colors reflect light and heat, while other colors help make it easier or harder to see an object. Objects can change shape based on whether it is made from soft or hard materials. Includes science and reading activities and a word list"—
#60
Fun Days
1950
Describes in verse the celebration of a variety of events and holidays.
#62
Groundhog Day
2015
Find out where groundhogs live, what they eat, and their special role in Groundhog Day festivities. What does it mean if the groundhog sees he shadow on Ground Hog's Day? This informational text, nonfiction Beginning-to-Read book contains high-frequency words and content vocabulary. This book can be paired with It's Groundhog Day, Dear Dragon, its twin text fiction counterpart. Reading reinforcement pages include a word list and activities to strengthen early literacy skills, such as understanding the craft and structure of informational text, key vocabulary words, foundation skills, close reading, and fluency.
#66
Take a Walk Johnny
1950
Johnny's summer boredom vanishes when he discovers he can utilize his walks to familiarize himself with some of nature's wonders.
#67
In the Woods
2015
"Take a walk in the woods. You can see trees, birds, squirrels, deer, and flowers. There are many interesting plants and animals that live in the woods. See what you can find! This title includes reading activities and a word list"—
#70
Dear Dragon Eats Out
2014
"A boy and his pet dragon go out to eat with Mother. Together they enjoy various breakfast foods and learn about each others favorite foods.This title includes reading activities and a word list"—
#75
The Ball Book
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0 - 1.5. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#76
Three Goats
1963
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#83
Magic Beans
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3. Give your primary students more varied book choices in a wider range of reading levels to meet both their interests and abilities successfully-and watch their skills soar! The complete collection features 96 books, many written by well-known author, poet, and former teacher, Margaret Hill. The series is organized into four sub-collections by student interest and reading level. Each sub-collection is accompanied by a helpful Teacher's Guide.
#84
What Am I?
1950
Reading Levels vary with each set, but range from 1.0-1.3.
#92
Dear Dragon Goes to the Hospital
2013
"After breaking his leg, a boy and his pet dragon get help at a hospital. Then, they learn new ways to pass time. This title includes reading activities and a word list"—
Authors
Jacob Grimm
Author · 198 books
German philologist and folklorist Jakob Ludwig Karl Grimm in 1822 formulated Grimm's Law, the basis for much of modern comparative linguistics. With his brother Wilhelm Karl Grimm (1786-1859), he collected Germanic folk tales and published them as Grimm's Fairy Tales (1812-1815). Indo-European stop consonants, represented in Germanic, underwent the regular changes that Grimm's Law describes; this law essentially states that Indo-European p shifted to Germanic f, t shifted to th, and k shifted to h. Indo-European b shifted to Germanic p, d shifted to t, and g shifted to k. Indo-European bh shifted to Germanic b, dh shifted to d, and gh shifted to g. This jurist and mythologist also authored the monumental German Dictionary and his Deutsche Mythologie . Adapted from Wikipedia.
Margaret Hillert
Author · 74 books
Margaret Hillert has written over 80 books for children who are just learning to read. Her books have been translated into many languages and have helped children throughout the world learn to read. She first started writing poetry as a child and has continued to write for children and adults throughout her life. As a first grade teacher, Margaret realized that the books available for students just learning to read were beyond their comprehension. She then began to write her easy readers and poetry for children. Her first collection of poetry Farther Than Far was published in 1969. Her many awards include the Chicago Children's Reading Round Table Annual Award for outstanding contributions to the field of children's literature. Other honors include the David W. Longe Prize and the Michigan Bookwoman of the Year Award. A teacher for 34 years, she is now retired and lives in Michigan where she continues to write stories and poetry.
