TV Beginning Readers

The Big Itch

The Big Itch
Clifford the Big Red Dog

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Robbin Cuddy

Clifford can't stop scratching an itch on his back. He even rubs his back against an apple tree--until all the apples fall! Emily Elizabeth wants to take him to the vet, but he doesn't want to go. Finally he learns to trust her, and the vet helps make it all better.

Rizzo's Bike Sale

Rizzo's Bike Sale
The Muppets

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Rick Brown

A good used bike sales-rat like Rizzo needs three things: a big smile, a nice tie, and good shoes. Find out why in this silly Muppet story.

Super Spies

Super Spies
Backyardigans

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: A&J Studios

Join supercool Agent Secret on a dangerous mission that takes him around the world!

Castaways!

Castaways!
Backyardigans

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Warner McGee

Join Uniqua, Tyrone, and Pablo on an island adventure!

Just Like Dora!

Just Like Dora!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Aikins

Dora has a surprise for her friends. What could it be? Follow Dora and find out!

I Love My Papi!

I Love My Papi!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Dave Atkins

Join Dora and her papi as they do all sorts of exciting things together, like ride bikes, sail boats, and even bake a special cake!

Let's Read with Dora!

Let's Read with Dora!
Dora the Explorer

Written by: Alison Inches

This great Dora Ready-to-Read collection has two Pre-Level 1 stories and four Level-1 stories that are perfect for young readers! The collection includes: Just Like Dora!; I Love My Mami!; Dora and the Rainbow Kite Festival; Dora's First Trip; The Puppy Twins and Dora's Sleepover. This collection is perfect to travel with or snuggle up and read to little ones at night. Come on, let's read with Dora!

Save the Elephants!

Save the Elephants!
Go, Diego ,Go!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ron Zaime

Oh no! A mean magician has turned elephants into rocks! Help Diego and his friends on this special African safari rescue.

Giant Octopus to the Rescue

Giant Octopus to the Rescue!
Go, Diego ,Go!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Art Mawhinney

Diego and Giant Octopus need your help to rescue sea animals from underwater volcanoes!

Diego's Buzzing Bee Adventure

Diego's Buzzing Bee Adventure
Go, Diego ,Go!

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by:Ron Zaime

A swarm of bees has outgrown its hive. Diego needs your help to find a new place for them to live--before a rainstorm gets them all wet! Readers can learn all about bees in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story with rebus icons.

Piggley Helps Out

Piggley Helps Out
Jakers!

Written by: Alison Inches
Photography by: Entara Ltd.

Piggley and his pals learn that giving is the best reward!

Hooray for Polka Dots!

Hooray for Polka Dots
Blue's Clues

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ian Chermichaw

Blue's class goes to the fair and, when some of the rides seem too scary, Polka Dots comes to the rescue.

We Love Bathtime!

We Love Bathtime!
Rubberdubbers

Written by: Alison Inches
Photography by: Hot Animation

It is bathtime, and the Rubbadubbers are ready to splish, splash, brush, wash, and more!

Hello, Spring!

Hello, Spring!
Blue's Clues

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Ian Chermichaw

When the snow is gone, flowers bloom and kites fly high. Join Blue and her friends as they say, "Good-bye, winter," and "Hello, spring!"

My Visit with Periwinkle

My Visit with Periwinkle
Blue's Clues

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: David B. Levy

Periwinkle is coming over to Blue's house for a visit. Join Blue as she cleans the house and makes lunch for her friend. And find out what Periwinkle brings as a surprise!

A Surprise for Wendy

A Surprise for Wendy
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Diane Dubreuil

Find out what special surprise Bob and the team have planned for Wendy in this simple story about teamwork.

Wendy Helps Out

Wendy Helps Out
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Terry Chicko

Poor Bob is sick. Can Wendy and the team work together to fix the road?

Run Away Roley

Run-Away Roley
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Art Ellis

Roley is sleep-rolling his way through town! Can Bob and the machines get him home safely?

Dizzy's Bird Watch

Dizzy's Bird Watch
Bob the Builder

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Cheryl Mendenhall

Can Dizzy take care of a bird's nest while Bob works on a job? Find out in this simple story with a big surprise!

Wait, Hoho, Wait!

Wait, Hoho, Wait!
Ni Hao Kai-Lan

Written by: Alison Inches
Illustrated by: Daniel Mather

Oh, no! Kai-Lan and her friends are building a toy car they can all ride in--but HoHo can't wait until it's finished! He tries to ride in the car before it's ready and ends up breaking it. Now he has to wait even longer while they put the broken pieces back together. But Kai-Lan shows him that if you do something you like while you're waiting, the time goes by much faster. This sweet story teachers a valuable lesson to preschool children!