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Diverse Books for Guided Reading Level I

These diverse books about friendship, family, learning about others, and dreaming big are ideal for readers in grades 1-2.

With longer and more complex stories, multisyllable words, and paragraph structure, these Level I titles are just right for group instruction and independent reading. They will introduce students to the March on Washington and the music of Bob Marley, and teach them lessons on responsibility and the meaning of friendship.

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We March

Grades K - 2
$5.21$6.95
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On August 28, 1963, more than 250,000 people gathered in the U.S. capital to participate in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

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Penguin and Pinecone

Grades Pre-K - K
$5.21$6.95
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Penguin wasn't sure what Pinecone was when he found him in the snow. Penguin had never seen a pinecone before. Now they're the best of friends.

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Found

Grades Pre-K - K
$5.21$6.95
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With spare text and bright, energetic illustrations, this endearing story celebrates love and friendship in its many forms.

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One Love

Grades Pre-K - K
$7.46$9.95
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This heartwarming picture book, adapted from one of Bob Marley's most beloved songs, brings his joyful spirit and unforgettable lyrics to life.

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When I Am Old With You

Grades K
$5.99$7.99
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A small child imagines a future when he will be old with his Granddaddy and will sit beside him in a rocking chair and talk about everything.

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Rookie Reader®-Level C: Messy Bessey

Grades 1 - 2
$3.71$4.95
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Messy Bessey finally cleans up her messy room.

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Who Likes Rain?

Grades Pre-K - 1
$5.96$7.95
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In this lyrical picture book, one spunky little girl discovers just who likes rain—and who doesn't—as she explores the rainy-day habits of the world around her.