Best Selling Books by Carl Sommer

Friends enjoy an exciting game of baseball and Jan proves she can hit a ball well. The simple words with similar sounds help children recognize beginning and ending sounds. Rich colors illuminate the outdoor scenes and encourage new readers to use the picture and context clues to read the story. Companion Reader 3 is part of Phonics Adventure''s systematic, leveled reading program.

A warmhearted adventure, this family-oriented book includes life skills of respecting and helping others. An enjoyable early reader which promotes successful word recognition and skills in reading longer sentences. Picturesque woodland scenes animate the story and bring laughs when the cub helps itself to the family’s food without an invitation. Companion Reader 18 is part of Phonics Adventure''s systematic, leveled reading program.

The world’s rivers are home to incredible animals that grab our attention and surprise young children. Some eat insects, some eat fish, and others eat plants. Our Amazing World nonfiction shares fun facts about animals that live in rivers with exquisite close-up photographs. Early readers will enjoy this book about various river animals.

When a cat with muddy paws makes a mess in this cute beginning reader, Dan rushes to help. The multi-colored illustrations help children to use context clues to follow the story while learning to pronounce beginning and ending phonic sounds. Companion Reader 2 is part of Phonics Adventure''s systematic, leveled reading program.

Early readers enjoy this fast-paced soccer game in the park among friends. In an energetic story that appeals to a child’s playful spirit, bold illustrations provide amusing context clues to encourage word mastery and reading skills. Companion Reader 8 is part of Phonics Adventure''s systematic, leveled reading program.

Early readers will enjoy returning to the farm with Ted and Jan. This energetic story will appeal to a child’s adventurous spirit as Jan and Ted and their friends play soccer, chase escaping goats, feed goats and ponies, and go on pony rides. The vivacious, amusing illustrations encourage word mastery and reading skill. Target Reader 8 is part of Phonics Adventure''s systematic, leveled reading program.

In Missy''s Big Wish, a little mouse named Missy wishes she could be anything but herself. Thinking her small size and big ears are problems, she dreams of becoming other animals—stronger, bigger, and more impressive. But each transformation brings unexpected troubles. Through this imaginative journey, Missy learns a valuable lesson: everyone has problems, and happiness comes from accepting and appreciating who you are. This heartwarming tale builds character and self-confidence in young readers.

Food is all around us, but where does it come from? Bright photos take young children right to the farm where they see children and adults growing food. Our Amazing World nonfiction books on farming are filled with fun facts and encourage young children to expand their knowledge of the world.

A warmhearted family adventure in picturesque woodlands brings laughs when a bear cub helps herself to the family’s food while they are outside watching the ducks in a pond. This adorable advanced easy reader promotes successful word recognition and includes life skills—respecting others, helping others, even counting others.

Missy the mouse has a very big problem—she hates the way she looks! If only she were as big and beautiful as Horace the cat, then all her problems would be gone.One day, while being chased by Horace, the incredible happens. Missy’s wish comes true! She turns into a cat—not just any cat, but the biggest and most beautiful cat in the whole world. But she quickly discovers that cats have problems with dogs. As Missy wishes herself into becoming bigger and stronger creatures, she finally discovers that everyone has problems and learns to accept herself for who she is. Grades K-4.Virtues: Self-Esteem / Trust / Cheerfulness

Fishing is a wonderful way to introduce nonfiction to children. It’s a sport for all seasons and many different places. This charming book from Our Amazing World Series, Advanced, shares intriguing pictures of children and grownups enjoying the sport. Expect to reel in some questions as you read. Advanced early readers take pride in their ability to read the book with its simple words and short sentences.

A classic game of cops and robbers keeps Bob, Dot, and Dan on the run as this busy story unfolds. Detailed, colorful pictures illustrate the children and their neighborhood as they enjoy their game. A bushy-tailed squirrel adds wonderful context clues to accompany the narrative and dialogue in a fun-filled reading experience. Companion Reader 16 is part of Phonics Adventure''s systematic, leveled reading program.

Children will return to this beautiful book again and again to inquire about the big animals that live in the sea. In uncomplicated examples, children learn how to compare the size of the sea animals to people and other things they recognize. From whales to walruses, sea turtles to swordfish, each animal motivates children to learn more as they study the captivating pictures in this nonfiction book from Our Amazing World.

Resilience, determination, and the willingness to learn are keys to overcoming obstacles, as highlighted in Success: Elephant Ears and Eagle Eyes. Through the inspiring stories of Abraham Lincoln, Helen Keller, Benjamin Franklin, and George Washington Carver, readers learn the importance of listening, observing, and persevering. This motivational book emphasizes the value of mentorship, self-discipline, and staying focused on one’s goals, making it an empowering guide for readers of all ages striving for success.

Leap into the fascinating world of kangaroos with Kangaroos—Jumping Champs! This book explores the unique lives of these extraordinary marsupials, from their incredible strength and agility to their close-knit family groups, known as mobs. Learn about gray and red kangaroos, the largest marsupials in the world, and discover their remarkable pouches where baby kangaroos, called joeys, grow and stay safe. Follow the life of a joey as it ventures out to graze and returns to the pouch for comfort. Meet tree kangaroos, skilled climbers found in New Guinea, and see how kangaroos use their muscular tails to swim, jump, and even box. With over 50 million kangaroos in Australia, these animals are not just a symbol of the land but a vital part of its ecosystem. Whether it’s their record-breaking jumps, their playful boxing matches, or their life in a mob led by a dominant male, kangaroos never fail to amaze. Perfect for readers who love animals and the wonders of nature, Kangaroos—Jumping Champs brings the wild adventures of these Australian icons to life.

Majestic settings provide the perfect backdrop for the vibrant photos of ranch life. This inviting book from Our Amazing World Series, Advanced, entices young children who are mesmerized by cowboys, cowgirls, and horses to visit the wide, wonderful world of nonfiction. Advanced early readers appreciate reading about life on the ranch using words they recognize in the fun facts and mastering some ranch words such as lasso, corral, and longhorn.

In a thought-provoking comparison of old and new farming techniques, Our Amazing World Series, Advanced, brings history and young children together in a beautiful book. Learning the history of the world around them is an important part of a child’s education and inspires critical thinking. The family-friendly photos arouse their curiosity to read the narrative and discover the fun facts appended to each.

A proud emperor spends his kingdom’s wealth on beautiful palaces and rich clothes. Two swindlers convince the emperor they can weave a special cloth that is invisible to anyone unfit for office or is very foolish.

Always ignoring everyone''s advice, Proud Rooster gets into all sorts of trouble. One day he goes too far, but that day changes him forever. Grades K-3. Virtues: Humility / Obedience to Parents / Self-Discipline (Character Education)