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Everyone loves the beach. . . except Chipmunk. Can best friend Bear help change his mind? An early reader for kindergarteners, now in Spanish. A Bank Street Best Children's Picture Book of the Year in Spanish I like the beach, says Bear. Not me says Chipmunk--and for so many reasons. Too hot, too sandy, and too many fish As many times as Bear proclaims his love for beach activities, Chipmunk responds with the refrain, Not me As Chipmunk's misadventures pile up, he has to admit, I am not a beach person. At this story's heartwarming conclusion, Bear asks, Why did you come? Chipmunk replies simply, I came to be with you. Newly proficient young readers will find humor and a reminder about the true nature of friendship. Me gusta leer provides emerging Spanish language readers with translations of popular I Like to Read(R) books. The award-winning I Like to Read(R) series focuses on books for kindergarten through first grade. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honors--create original, high quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own

Dive into a funny story about conquering your fears with a little help from loved ones. Nelly has a brand new swimsuit, and she loves it. She looks fabulous, so she wears it all the time-- while riding her bike, eating at a fancy restaurant, playing basketball . . . . She even wears it to bed. But there's one place Nelly won't take her lovely new suit: swimming. No way She will not get in the water. But Grandma, a swimming champion, has other ideas. And with Grandma's loving help, Nelly gives it a try-- dipping one toe in at a time, blowing bubbles, and learning to float. Soon Nelly is on the way to becoming a champion swimmer herself This sweet story about trying new things encourages young readers to take the plunge- and find new ways to have fun Valeri Gorbachev's signature illustrations are cozy and warm, making this a gentle, encouraging read for any young ones anxious about new experiences.

A plucky pig on a pizza run accidentally turns into a walking snowman in this comical picture book. One snowy day, Pinky heads to town to get a pizza for himself and his mother. He must run quickly so he doesn't forget the order: Mushrooms, mozzarella cheese/Fresh tomatoes, onions, peas. When the Squirrel boys try to sidetrack him, Pinky becomes annoyed and kicks the tree they're in. The snow from the branches falls on him, and Pinky unwittingly looks like a snowman. As Pinky walks through town, EVERYONE is talking about the walking snowman But Pinky doesn't see him, and he's much too focused on getting his pizza to stop and look for him. This very funny story has charming ink-and-watercolor paintings and most endearing characters.