Most Popular Books by Courtney Carbone

This Makes Me Happy follows a young girl on a field trip to the fair, complete with a roller coaster, pie-eating contest, and petting zoo! But when her pesky nut allergy keeps her from having a treat with her class, the girl learns that even the happiest of days can have unhappy moments. By reflecting on her trip and recognizing the many feelings that arose during it, she is able to feel less overwhelmed—and more confident about her positively happy day. While children enjoy expressing themselves—be it through laughter or tears—they don’t always have the words to articulate their emotions. The Dealing with Feelings series is designed to give voice to what’s brewing inside, showing children how to name their emotions as they also learn to read. Colorful stickers are included in each book.

Celebrate America''s 250th birthday with this informative Step 2 Nonfiction Reader that honors the U.S.A. from its beginnings to the beautiful land it is today. The United States is a country filled with mountains, oceans, lakes, and prairies; gorgeous parks and natural wonders and fauna. It is also filled with people from all kinds of backgrounds. But how did our country come to be and how does it run? This Step 2 Nonfiction Reader will teach children the basics about our history and get them in the American spirit! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Kids will learn it''s okay to be scared—and how to confront their fears—in this installment of the Dealing with Feelings series. Paperback edition includes stickers! In This Makes Me Scared, a young boy is terrified about taking swim lessons. The water is cold, chlorine burns his eyes, and worst of all, everyone is watching him. He''s scared that he''ll never learn to swim--or drown trying! When his instructor shows him how to calm his mind, the boy decides to face his fear and open himself up to a fun, new experience. The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what''s brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read.

If feeling blue isn’t bad enough, it’s even worse without your best furry friend. This Makes Me Sad follows a young boy after he accidentally lets his dog, Kit, loose from the yard. Despite his parents’ attempt to find her, nothing can cheer up the boy. His favorite things, like a pretty sunset, going to the park, and his beloved teddy bear, just make him more sad. Even happy memories of Kit no longer feel good. With help from his family, the boy must learn to accept and express how he’s feeling inside. And by dealing with his feelings, he might just be able to do some good until Kit comes home. Easy-to-read text and evocative illustrations make this relatable second story in the Dealing with Feelings series a perfect practice in emotional maturity for kids.

The Dealing with Feelings series returns to help kids battle the green-eyed monster—jealousy! In This Makes Me Jealous, a young girl is proud of being the star athlete at her school. But when a new kid moves to town and she suddenly has to share the spotlight, jealousy gets the best of her. After a tough soccer matchup, the girl''s gym teacher helps her to empathize with the new student, and give her a chance. Soon, the girl learns that making new friends and being inclusive is more important than being the best. The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what''s brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read.

Get ready to conquer those back-to-school jitters with this exciting new Dealing with Feelings beginning reader! This Step 2 reader is perfect for kids who recognize familiar sight words and are working on sounding out new ones! It''s natural for children to feel anxious about the first day of school, just like the kid in this story. Her chest feels as tight as her old sneakers since there is so much to do to prepare. Good thing she is not alone! Many people are there to help her feel more comfortable so she can have the best first day! Learning how to voice your feelings and count on others, like your family and teachers is an important skill that can help all children. The Dealing with Feelings series of early readers is designed to give voice to what''s brewing inside. Through short, simple text and repetitive observational phrases, children will learn to name their emotions as they learn to read! Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories, for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

From Brooklyn to Malibu! Barbie "Brooklyn" moves across the country to live near her BFF, Barbie "Malibu" in this Level 1 reader. Barbie “Brooklyn” Roberts can’t wait to start her next chapter in California, living next door to her best friend, Barbie “Malibu” Roberts! But even as the whole town warmly welcomes Brooklyn and her family to the West Coast, she can’t shake the feeling that she’s missing home—and her Granny Vi—back in New York. Will Brooklyn find her place so far from home?

WONDER WOMAN™ and the DC Super Hero Girls™ take to the stars for an epic cosmic adventure! Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step into Reading leveled reader featuring Wonder Woman as she teams up with her Super Hero High classmates Supergirl™ and Miss Martian™ for an awesome adventure in outer space. The heroes’ school trip to a space station to meet with other students from around the galaxy turns into a rescue mission when a meteor shower hits! Can the heroes save the day? Get your cape on with the DC Super Hero Girls™—the unprecedented new Super Hero universe especially for girls that includes books, apparel, action figures, playsets, and so much more!

SUPERGIRL and the DC SUPER FRIENDS™ star in this all-new Step into Reading book. Girls and boys ages 4 to 6 will love learning about this high-flying super heroine and her amazing super powers in an easy to read Step 2 leveled reader. Over 30 stickers add to the fun!

Dr. Seuss''s Sam-I-Am stars in a brand-new story perfect for children learning to read and those who enjoy helping out in the kitchen! In this super simple, rhyming reader, featuring characters from Dr. Seuss''s beloved Beginner Book Green Eggs and Ham, Sam-I-Am cooks his signature dish with Mouse and Fox. An ideal choice for children learning to read, foodies, and, of course, Dr. Seuss fans--young readers will devour this all-new additon to the Step into Reading series! Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words for children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading. Rhyme and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story.

OMG Classics, the greatest stories ever told . . . in texts. Imagine: What if Mount Olympus got WiFi and the gods and goddesses had smartphones? The classic Greek myths get new life in irreverent and hilarious texts and posts! Zeus, a king of the gods always in search of a new bae. A squad of goddesses who can’t resist stirring the pot. And the selfie-obsessed heroes out for all the likes. If you have trouble telling Perseus from Theseus (#Greek2Me) or have ever wondered about Oedipus’s tragic dating profile or why Medusa’s Instagram never got traction—this satirical book of Greek myths retold for the Internet age is for you! tl;dr D’Aulaires’ and Homer’s Greek myths told through characters texting with emojis, posting photos, checking in at locations, and updating their relationship statuses. The perfect gift for any reader—young or old—with a sense of humor! A glossary and cast of characters are included for those who need it. For example: tl;dr means too long; didn’t read.

This Step into Reading leveled reader is based on Sunny Day, the all-new animated adventure series from Nickelodeon! Join Nickelodeon''s Sunny Day as she and her friends rock the Friendly Falls talent show. Boys and girls ages 4 to 6 will love this Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader, which features more than 30 shiny stickers. Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Double the holiday magic with two Frosty the Snowman Step into Reading books in one! Based on the classic Frosty the Snowman holiday TV special from 1969, this deluxe Step into Reading book features two leveled readers in one! First, Boys and girls can discover all of Frosty''s favorite colors in A Colorful Christmas. Then they can flip the book over and read the sweet, simple retelling of the classic Frosty the Snowman story in Snow Day. A fun, festive pullout poster adds to the fun! For more than 45 years, Frosty the Snowman has been a delight for children everywhere with its magical story about a snowman that comes to life.

The popular Bloomers Island! gardening kits and online world blossom in a playful, beautifully illustrated new book aimed at getting kids to love everything about nature. Join the Bloomers on a whimsical adventure as they attend a magical boarding school on Bloomers Island. As Pete Moss, Rosey Posey, Big Red, Violet, and their friends prepare for the Great Garden Party, they learn about gardening, healthy eating, and caring for the environment. The treehouse school is held by the arms of Mr. Banyan, a tree about to celebrate his 200th birthday. His birthday party is filled with fun games that teach the curious students that gardening is not at all boring or hard—that it’s actually really fun!

An all-new Step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader featuring Nickelodeon''s Sunny Day! Blair and Rox are accidentally stuck together with hairspray, and it''s up to Sunny to set things right. Children ages 4 to 6 who enjoy Nickelodeon''s Sunny Day will love this Step 1 Step into Reading leveled reader. Step 1 readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.

This new Little Golden Book is about Princess Mulan, star of the Disney classic Mulan--just in time for the live-action film release on Disney+ in September 2020! Meet Princess Mulan, the brave warrior princess, and her friends Mushu, Cri-Kee, and more in this new Little Golden Book featuring beautiful, retro-style art. Girls and boys ages 2 to 5, as well as Little Golden Book collectors of all ages, will love this new storybook based on the Disney classic Mulan. This Little Golden Book is part of the charming "I Am . . ." series, which provides a unique introduction to favorite Disney characters. Disney Mulan is an animated classic featuring a brave and inspiring princess, an award-winning soundtrack, and a timeless adventure tale.

Gobo loves his life as an explorer in Fraggle Rock, but when he is presented with the opportunity to explore "outer space" (what the Fraggles call our world!) with his Uncle Traveling Matt, he is excited for a new adventure! So when an unfortunate mishap causes Uncle Traveling Matt to reconsider his choice of traveling companion, Gobo will have to search deep within himself to learn--and prove--what it means to be a true explorer.