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Meet Frog and Toad, two amphibious best friends who are always there for each other. Frog is cheerful and energetic, while Toad would usually prefer to stay in bed. Yet, together, they make the perfect pair.
Join them for five classic adventures that celebrate the true meaning of friendship. You will help Toad search for his lost white button, wait patiently for a very important letter to arrive in the mail, and celebrate the joyful arrival of spring. The short chapters and highly accessible vocabulary are specifically designed to help you build confidence as you begin to read independently. It is a funny, tender, and deeply comforting introduction to one of literature's most beloved duos.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
3.7
/5
11 Reviews
7 Recs
Ten-year-old India Opal Buloni just moved to the quiet town of Naomi, Florida, and she is feeling incredibly lonely. But everything changes on an ordinary summer day when her father sends her to the local supermarket for some groceries. Instead of coming home with tomatoes and macaroni, Opal returns with a giant, scruffy, and remarkably happy stray dog. She names him Winn-Dixie, after the store where she found him, and her life is never the same again. Winn-Dixie is no ordinary pet. He has a magical way of smiling with his teeth and a special talent for making friends with everyone he meets. Because of this lovable dog, Opal begins to connect with the quirky, isolated people in her new town—from a librarian who fought off a bear to a nearly blind woman who sees with her heart. Most importantly, Winn-Dixie gives Opal the courage to finally ask her father about the mother who left them years ago. This beloved, award-winning classic is a heartwarming tribute to the healing power of dogs and the unexpected miracles of friendship.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
192 Pages
4.2
/5
30 Reviews
25 Recs
Meet Ivan, an easygoing silverback gorilla who has spent the last twenty-seven years living in a glass enclosure at a shopping mall. He rarely thinks about his past life in the wild. Instead, Ivan spends his days watching television, chatting with his best friends Stella the wise elephant and Bob the stray dog, and creating beautiful paintings that the mall owner sells to visitors. But everything changes the day a tiny, frightened baby elephant named Ruby arrives. Ruby has just been taken from her family, and her fear and confusion force Ivan to see his glass-walled home in a completely different light. Realizing he can no longer just sit back and watch the world go by, Ivan knows he must take action. Using his clever mind and his passion for art, he begins to craft a courageous plan to protect his new friend and give her the life she deserves. This beautifully told, award-winning story will capture your heart as it explores the deep bonds of friendship, the importance of keeping promises, and the power of finding your own voice.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
320 Pages
4.3
/5
30 Reviews
25 Recs
