Most Popular Books by Carl Sommer

An engaging story for children who like to play chase and hide-and-seek. This thoughtful tale reveals what the cat, the rat, and the dog think as they race to win, each using different strategies. Filled with spirited dialogue and colorful illustrations that promote a love of reading, this advanced early reader opens opportunities for parents to discuss helping others, finishing chores, and trying one’s best until the race is over.

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.

Familiar with teddy bears, young children get a different perspective when introduced to the wide and wonderful world of nonfiction. Combining clear language and dazzling photos of bears in their natural habitats, this book gives the joy of observing bears fishing, seeing a mother watch over her cubs, and spying on an adorable panda lounging to eat bamboo. The carefully presented facts allow advanced early readers to begin mastering the narrative in this book from the Our Amazing World series.

The mischievous monkey, Bell, returns with Nell and Ben and visit a circus. This high-spirited story told with dazzling illustrations and playful dialogue introduces new vocabulary words with similar phonic sounds. Advanced early readers will enjoy Bell’s hilarious pranks, and parents can use Bell’s antics as an opportunity to discuss actions and their consequences.

Nothing is more exciting than rockets and travel in space, and this book is an excellent entry into nonfiction for young children, stimulating reading literacy. This intriguing book from Our Amazing World Series, Advanced, features impressive photos from blastoff to space travel and working astronauts. The crisp photos are complemented by factual information blending history, nature, and science with the excitement of space. Advanced early readers recognize the basic words and find alluring new words to expand their vocabulary, such as astronaut and satellite.

“It’s not fair!” shouted Buzzie the bee, when she accidentally finds out worker bees do ALL the work. Before this Buzzie was a happy worker bee, but now she’s furious! She starts a major revolt among the younger worker bees. The angry younger bees leave the hive to start their own. In the new hive the young bees argue and fight over who should do the work. Everyone wants the easiest job! Discover how bees live, eat and multiply in this educational and compelling tale about the importance of teamwork and a good attitude. Learn how working together under a leader is the key to happiness. Grades 1-4Virtues: Citizenship/Teamwork/Responsibility "¡No es justo!", Gritó Buzzie, la abeja, cuando accidentalmente descubre de que las abejas obreras hacen TODO el trabajo. Antes de este incidente Buzzie era una abeja trabajadora feliz, ¡pero ahora está furiosa! Ella comienza una revuelta importante entre las abejas obreras más jóvenes. Luego hacen un descubrimiento que las transforma.

Teen Success in Career & Life Skills offers no-nonsense guidance to help young adults succeed academically, professionally, and personally. Written by Carl Sommer—a former U.S. Marine, educator, and business leader—this book blends real-world advice with inspiring stories and hard truths. It challenges teens to take responsibility, avoid destructive choices, and develop the character and grit needed to thrive in today’s fast-changing world. Packed with practical tips on education, career planning, finances, and leadership, this book is an empowering roadmap for teens who want to build a meaningful and successful life.

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.

Everyone enjoys a spirited competition, but when the challenger is a big-headed braggart, it''s easy to cheer for the underdog or in this case, the under-tortoise. The colorful characters in this retelling of Aesop''s beloved fable will tickle the fancy of any child. The forest animals are beyond tired of Harry Hare''s boasting. So what if he is the fastest animal in the forest? Unfortunately, Teddy Tortoise is the only animal willing to race Harry Hare, but everyone knows that tortoises are not famous for their speed. What follows, illustrates the benefits that can come from having the courage to try. Readers will also gain a new appreciation for the saying, Slow and steady wins the race

Bob, Dot, and their parents return (Rock Fishing) for another adventure by the sea, but first the family works as a team to get ready for their trip. Vibrant illustrations in this advanced early reader include a cute frog hopping onto each page and making youngsters smile. In addition to a superb combination of one-syllable and larger words that build on previous stories in the Sommer literacy program, this lovely book has tips on bicycle safety and following instructions on public signs.

Proud Rooster, always ignoring everyone’s advice, gets into all sorts of trouble. Filling his tummy with green strawberries, falling off a tree while showing off, and skating on thin ice after being repeatedly warned, nearly do him in. But Proud Rooster’s final hard lesson changes him forever. While lying on a hospital bed, he’s glad to learn that it’s not too late to obey. Virtues: Humility / Respect for Parents / Self-Discipline Ignorando siempre el consejo de todos, el Gallo Orgulloso se mete en todo tipo de problemas. Pero la dura lección final del Gallo Orgulloso lo cambia para siempre. Mientras está acostado en la cama de un hospital, se alegra de saber que no es demasiado tarde para obedecer.

Rockets are a high-interest, exciting topic for readers of all ages, and an excellent way to engage young children in the awesome world of nonfiction. Our Amazing World features rockets in impressive photos complemented by fun facts about astronauts and rockets to stimulate lively discussions with children. What do they eat in space? Can I go on a spaceship one day? Wouldn’t it be fun to float around!

This spirited story introduces the concept of teamwork, an important skill for children to learn. With similar sounding names, friends gather supplies to play soccer, divide into teams, and then play in the park. The colorful illustrations appeal to a child’s playfulness and encourage interest in word mastery and reading success. The emotional faces of the winners and losers foster discussions of teamwork and appropriate game behavior.

In Why Are You Always Late?, Telling Time, join Louis, the Comets’ best soccer player, as he overcomes a secret challenge that’s been holding him back: he can’t tell time. Constantly arriving late to games, Louis faces frustration from his teammates—until Billy, a kindhearted teammate, steps in to help. Through Billy’s patient teaching, Louis learns how to read analog and digital clocks, count minutes, and master the concept of time. As Louis gains confidence, he begins to shine even brighter on the soccer field, incorporating the special tricks his father taught him. The bond between Louis and Billy deepens as they support one another, with Louis teaching Billy soccer moves in return. Their teamwork not only transforms Louis’s punctuality but also helps the Comets win the championship game. Packed with heartwarming lessons about friendship, perseverance, and self-improvement, this story also introduces the fundamentals of telling time in a way that’s relatable and easy to understand. Why Are You Always Late?, Telling Time is perfect for parents and kids who want to make learning time fun while exploring the value of teamwork and kindness.

Soft, fluffy chicks are adorable, but where do they live and what are their parents like? This charming book filled with color-rich photos from Our Amazing World Series, Advanced, acquaints children with the wonderful world of nonfiction by examining the life cycle of chickens from egg to adulthood. Advanced early readers enjoy reading the uncomplicated narrative and growing their vocabulary with new words such as rooster.

Ben and Jen’s cat scares their hen when she tries to play, sending the hen scurrying to the safety of her chicken pen. This charming story in an advanced easy reader set on a farm opens with a bang of excitement and unfolds with short words and plenty of context clues to create a love of reading. Ben removes his cat from the chicken pen, milks the cow, and gives the milk to the cat. Jen quiets the hen and tells her they love her and all ends well.

Ever wondered how a car’s engine turns gasoline into motion? How Car Engines Work unravels the fascinating mechanics behind the vehicles we use every day, making it accessible for readers of all ages. Discover how fuel injectors, pistons, spark plugs, and crankshafts work together in the four-stroke cycle—intake, compression, power, and exhaust—to power a car. Learn about key components like the radiator, battery, and transmission, and how they contribute to a car’s operation and safety. This engaging guide encourages curiosity and appreciation for the technology under the hood while inviting readers to enjoy the wonders of the world on their next family road trip.

Young children get an inside look at a busy farm and the variety of useful animals in this book from Our Amazing World. Some the animals eat grass, others eat bugs, but they are all important to the success of the farm. Spectacular up-close-and-personal photos and fun facts engage children in lively discussions, such as: How does she get the milk from the cow? Can I ride a horse?

In this excellent introduction to the tantalizing world of history, young children become acquainted with old and new farming techniques. Our Amazing World inspires critical thinking as children begin to explore how the world changes. Teaching children the importance of farming for feeding the world is an integral part of a good education, and the clear photos will have them bursting with curiosity.