Books by Sindy McKay
About the Rain Forest (We Both Read)
by Heather Johanasen, Sindy McKay
Offers side-by-side text for adult and child, as well as photographs of the rain forest and its plants and inhabitants, including lemurs, marmosets, and water lilies.
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The Emperor's New Clothes (We Both Read)
by Sindy McKay
An adaptation of the classic tale designed to be read together by both parent and child
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We Both Read-My Day
by Sindy McKay
Winner of two Teacher Choice Awards and a Mom's Choice Award, the We Both Read series now has over 100 titles and 6 million copies in print! This unique series features a shared-reading format designed to invite parents and children to take turns reading aloud. With 6 different reading levels, these innovative books for reading together offer an easy way for parents to support beginning and struggling readers. My Day: Designed for the child who is just being introduced to reading, My Day is a charming story about what young boy does in the course of a simple happy day. The child's pages have only one or two words, which relate directly to the illustration and even rhyme with what has just been read to them.
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About Dinosaurs
by Sindy McKay
This book is sure to make dinosaurs more popular than ever! It explores the lives of many of these ancient creatures and explains why there aren't any more dinosaurs-except perhaps modern birds! Plus, with its shared-reading format, the book makes dinosaurs more accessible to younger children. Now, even beginning readers will be able to explain, I read a book about dinosaurs!
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The Oprah Winfrey Story (We Both Read: Level 3)
Oprah Winfrey was born into poverty and struggled with a very difficult and troubled life as a young girl. Yet, Oprah has become one of the most influential people in the world, inspiring millions to create a better life for themselves and others. The story of her life is a powerful reminder of how dreams can be realized through determination, perseverance, and the kindness of a helping hand.
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We Both Read-Museum Day (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
This book follows a young girl and her dad as they spend a fun-filled day exploring all the fascinating exhibits in a museum. Along the way, a little bird adds some delightful humor as it manages to get into the museum and follows the girl and her dad through the exhibits.
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We Both Read-My Town (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
My Town is a new offering from the same author and illustrator of our popular titles, My Day and My Car Trip. Continuing with the same characters as these two prior titles, My Town features the young boy and his father having a wonderful time making a map as they explore their neighborhood. As they explore, the boy learns where he lives in relation to various places and landmarks in the town. Through this charming story, young readers will learn a lot about maps, including how to make and use their own maps.
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We Both Read-A Pony Named Peanut (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
Jessica's mother has sent her to spend the summer with her aunt and uncle in the country. Jessica doesn't think that living on a farm, far from a city, will be any fun at all. At first, she hates life in the country, but then she meets a special pony that has been rescued from an animal shelter. Slowly, she begins to think that this summer might not be so bad after all. Now, if only that boy, Max, would stop making fun of her . . .
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We Both Read-Animals Under Our Feet (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
This book takes a close look at many animals that live or spend much of their life underground. It provides interesting information about why the animals go underground and how they live there. Animals covered in the book include the desert tortoise, moles, ants, meerkats, armadillos, burrowing owls, and many more. The book features stunning animal photography, as well as beautiful artwork by Judith Hunt, who specializes in animal illustrations.
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About Dogs (We Both Read: Level K-1)
Designed to read with very beginning readers, this book features fun information about the world's most popular pet. The book covers some of the breeds and some of the special ways dogs help us, including serving as rescue dogs and guide dogs. With great photos and interesting facts, it is sure to be a favorite with anyone who loves dogs!
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Matt and Sid
by Sindy McKay
We Read Phonics is an innovative series that combines a fun story with simple phonic games. The games are quick and easy to play and are designed to help children read the story and improve their reading skills. The result is faster reading development and kids who love to read!
Sid jumps into Matt's cab. Sid is in a big hurry, but Matt is too slow! Suddenly, Matt speeds up, but this causes an even bigger problem for Sid! Fortunately, all ends well in this very humorous story that is perfect for the very beginning reader!
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We Both Read-The Big Tan Van (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
Aunt Sue takes her niece on a wild ride of fantasy and fun, including a trip to a zoo that is run by the animals!
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We Both Read-About Pets
by Sindy McKay
This is a revised edition of one of our best-selling titles! This edition features a stunning new design, as well as new and delightful photographs. As in the last edition, the book explores the wonderful world of both popular and unusual pets. In the revised text, it uses simple language to convey the joys as well as the responsibilities of pet ownership. This title is sure to continue to be a hit with everyone who has, or even hopes the have, a pet.
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We Both Read-The Four Seasons
by Sindy McKay
Explores the four seasons of the year through the changing weather patterns and the changing activities of both children and animals.
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We Both Read-The Frog Prince (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
This delightful adaptation shows the meaning of true friendship and the importance of keeping promises.
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We Both Read-My Car Trip (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
This is a perfect book to encourage even pre-readers to try reading. The rhyming patterns in the story, as well as the simple words and pictures on the child's pages, make it very easy for children to participate. The simple, but delightful story is about a young boy's trip with his parents to visit his grandfather, who owns a small general store out in the countryside.
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Hansel & Gretel (We Both Read)
by Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm, Sindy McKay
A retelling of the well-known tale of two children who are lost in the woods but manage to find their way home in spite of an encounter with a wicked witch
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We Both Read-The New Red Bed (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
A very whimsical tale of a boy, his dog and their fantastic dreamland adventures.
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About the Ocean (We Both Read)
by Sindy McKay
Explores many aspects of the ocean environment, from coral reefs to deep seas to sandy shores and presents facts about life in the ocean, including dolphins, sharks, whales, starfish, and other creatures.
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Being Safe: Level 1-2
by Sindy McKay
Offers basic safety advice for home, school, and play on each left-hand page with a more simple text on the facing page to allow for a shared reading experience between adults and children.
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Baseball Fever
by Sindy McKay
A boy who loves to play baseball is disappointed to get sick and miss the first game of the season, but his friends on the team do their best to keep him filled in.
FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY.
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Too Many Cats: Level K
by Sindy McKay
Suzu is finding cats all over the house - and in very unusual colors! Focuses on reading the names of colors and the numbers from one to ten.
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We Both Read-Jack and the Beanstalk (Pb)
by Sindy McKay
A lively and exciting adaptation of the classic tale of magic beans and a fearsome giant.
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President Theodore Roosevelt (We Both Read)
by Sindy McKay
A perfect book about our 26th President for young readers! The book covers his life and many accomplishments, demonstrating how, through hard work and dedication, he helped to make the United States a better country for all of us.
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Very Strange Animals
by Sindy McKay
There are a lot of strange animals in the world, and this book includes some of the most unusual! These fascinating animals all have physical traits and abilities that help them to hunt for food, defend themselves, and survive in their habitats. Students will be captivated by all of these amazing and bizarre animals! This book is ideal for a student to read with a parent at home, for buddy reading in the classroom, and for use as a high-low book for struggling readers.
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