New Releases by Katrina Streza

Discover Compassion and Language with My Cat is Sad / Mi Gato Está Triste Explore the tender story of My Cat is Sad / Mi Gato Está Triste, an enriching addition to the Cat and Dog Readers bilingual Series by Katrina Streza. With expressive illustrations by Brenda Ponnay and seamless translation by Lenny Sandoval, this narrative delves into a child's efforts to comfort their sorrowful cat, embodying lessons of empathy and kindness. My Cat is Sad / Mi Gato Está Triste opens a window to understanding care, affection, and the beautiful intricacies of human-animal relationships. This book offers young readers an opportunity to learn about empathy while enhancing their bilingual skills.

Look! A Cat: Little Readers #5 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¡Mira! Un Gato: Little Lectores Book 5 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!

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!

Time to Get Up: Little Readers #18 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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… This book pairs with the Spanish version, Hora de levantarse: Little Lectores Book 18 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!

Helping a Plant: Little Readers #30 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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! This book pairs with the Spanish version, Ayudar una planta: Little Lectores Book 30 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: Little Readers #2 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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 book pairs with the Spanish version, Paco y Coco: Little Lectores Book 2 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 Sad Story: Little Readers #23 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, Un Cuento triste: Little Lectores Book 23 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 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: Little Readers #25 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, Nos encanta el zoológico: Little Lectores Book 25 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!

Better than Bikes: Little Readers #32 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, Major que las bicis: Little Lectores Book 32 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!

Clean Your Desk!: Little Readers #21 A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, ¡Organiza tu pupitre!: Little Lectores Book 21 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: Little Readers #14A Decodable Beginning Reader 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!This book pairs with the Spanish version, La playa: Little Lectores Book 14 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 House: Little Readers #8A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, La Casa: Little Lectores Book 8 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!

This is: Little Readers #3A 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!

Recess: Little Readers #22A Decodable Beginning Reader Recess is for playing! Paco and Zita have fun during recess, but will a too-long line for the swings cut their playtime short?This book pairs with the Spanish version, Recreo: Little Lectores Book 22This 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!

Recreo: Little Lectores Book 22 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Recess is for playing! Paco and Zita have fun during recess, but will a too-long line for the swings cut their playtime short? This book introduces the new verb “jugar” and the vowel blend io. Sample Sentence: Vamos a tener que tomar turnos. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

Coco is Dirty: Little Readers #10A Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book pairs with the Spanish version, Coco está sucio: Little Lectores Book 10 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!

Tiempo para la escuela: Little Lectores Book 19 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader 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! This book introduces the new verbs “camina,” “crees” and “temenos” and the digraphs ch, rz, and rt. Sample Sentence: ¿Crees que vamos a hacer arte hoy? Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

¡Mira! Un Gato: Little Lectores Book 5 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book introduces the verb "tiene" and the consonant blend "br." Sample Sentence: Coco es un amigo de Zita. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences, and parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

Este es: Little Lectores Book 3 A Spanish 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 introduces the verb "es" and the phonemes R/S /ɲ/. Sample Sentence: Paco es un niño. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

Escribe Paco: Little Lectores Book 24 A Spanish 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 introduces the new sight word “primero” and the digraphs ci and ye. Sample Sentence: Escribe lo más que puedas, Paco. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

Hora de levantarse: Little Lectores Book 18 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader 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… This book introduces the new verbs “levantarse,” “escucha,” and “huele” and the digraphs rs, rm, and ue. Sample Sentence: No Mamá, ¡es muy temprano! Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

¿Quien es?: Little Lectores Book 4 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader Who is this? It’s Paco, Coco, and their friend Zita. Everyone has fun playing dress up and everyone has fun being friends. This book introduces the sight words "quien" and “de” and the phoneme /qu/. Sample Sentence: Zita es un amiga de Paco. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

La playa: Little Lectores Book 14 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader 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! This book introduces the new verbs “van,” “ven,” and “juegan,” and the digraphs, tr and rc. Sample Sentence: Ellos ven a otros niños nadando. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

La Piscina: Little Lectores Book 28 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader 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. This book introduces the new verb “brunch” and the digraph sc. Sample Sentence: Brinca dentro de la piscina. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

¡Duérmete Paco!: Little Lectores Book 17 A Spanish Decodable Beginning Reader It’s time for bed but Paco doesn’t want to go to bed. Is he tired? Maybe… Coco is tired so maybe Paco is too. This book introduces the new verbs “se siente” and the vowel blends ué and ua. Sample Sentence: Coco está cansado. Little Lectores books are short, illustrated, decodable beginning readers, originally written in Spanish. Join Paco and his best friend, Zita, as they embark on exciting adventures, solve everyday problems, and spend time with their favorite people and animals. Young children will love the funny illustrations and easy sentences. Parents and teachers will appreciate the guided and careful approach the authors have taken to turn learning letter sounds into reading in Spanish. The Little Lectores series is perfect for Kindergarten readers, with a 32-book decodable progression, each with Hispanic characters and simple sentences in a book sequence designed to develop reading fluency. This series has been designed by educators to teach reading in Spanish for English Language Learners, Spanish immersion classrooms, and beginning Spanish instruction. Corresponding books in the Little Readers series are also available in English. Little Lectores focuses on building phonemic awareness by gradually introducing new phonemes within each text. The pre-primers slowly introduce new sounds and 100 sight words, helping readers gain confidence and fluency. Each text follows a logical (if slightly silly) progression through the lives of Paco and his dog Coco. These lighthearted stories and engaging illustrations led one 5-year-old beta reader to ask, “proximo?” or “the next one?” over and over.

Every Child Can be a Reading Star Buddy the Goat is a good goat. He may not look like a good goat, but he is a good goat. He may do lots of goat things that makes his owner say "No, Buddy!" but he is still a good goat. Just so you remember, Buddy is a good goat. My Good Goat is part of the Reading Stars series. Reading Star books are for kids at the very beginning of a lifetime love of reading. Each book features fewer than 50 words and uses repetition to build confidence. My Good Goat is 28 pages long and features 33 different sight words for your child to master.

Bilingual Edition: My Cat is Sad What makes a cat happy? A little boy is worried his cat is sad in this funny beginning reader. Is the cat really sad? Find out in this continuation of the Cat and Dog series from Katrina Streza and Brenda Ponnay. Perfect for toddlers, preschoolers and beginning readers, this funny little book is for lovers of sad cats everywhere. Other books in the Cat and Dog series include: My Cat is Fat My Good Dog My Cat, My Dog In this Xist Kids English Spanish Bilingual Edition, the original English text is paired with the Spanish translation on each page.

Bilingual Book about Dogs This rhyming look at different dogs brings out the best in each breed. Whether you're considering a new family pet, or your child just can't get enough of dogs and puppies, this is a fun book for toddlers through early readers. Esta mirada de rima a diferentes perros saca lo mejor de cada raza. Si usted está considerando una nueva mascota de la familia, o su niño apenas no puede conseguir bastantes de perros y de perritos, éste es un libro de la diversión para los niños a través de lectores tempranos.

Spanish Books for Kids Learning to Read Choo Choo! This rhyming reader book teaches about trains and their history with simple sentences for beginning readers. Discover Reading series books from Xist Publishing are created with digital and print reading in mind. Each page features a photograph with descriptive text leveled for early readers. Libros españoles para niños Aprendiendo a leer Choo Choo! Este libro de lectura rima enseña sobre los trenes y su historia con oraciones simples para los lectores principiantes. Los libros de la serie Discover Reading de Xist Publishing se crean teniendo en cuenta la lectura digital y la impresión. Cada página ofrece una fotografía con el texto descriptivo nivelado para los lectores tempranos.