Book Features:• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches • Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2 leveled readers• Simple, easy-to-read pages with illustrations• Features a simple vocabulary list• Includes reading and teaching tips

The Magic of Reading: Introduce your child to the magic of reading, friendship, and compassion with How to Be Friends With This Unicorn. The 24-page book features pictures and simple language to practice early reading comprehension skills.

Hands-On Reading Adventure: A friendly dragon wants to be friends with Luma the unicorn—but she’s not feeling well. Follow along as we watch how their friendship blossoms and learn how make a new friend.

Features: More than just an engaging story about friendship and empathy, this kids book also includes a vocabulary list as well as reading and teaching tips for additional story interaction and engagement.

Leveled Books: Vibrant illustrations and leveled text work together to engage readers and promote reading comprehension skills. This leveled book engages PreK—second graders with new vocabulary and high-interest topics like making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 290L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Mimi the gnome—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Gnome, children learn about many ways to be a good friend, just like Mimi!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and support friends, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding respecting a friend’s needs and limitations.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 280L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Milo the merman—he wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Merman, children learn about many ways to be a good friend despite differences, just like Milo!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and respect one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding processing emotions of disappointment and the need for quiet time.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 300L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Walda the werewolf—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Werewolf, children learn about many ways to be a good friend and deal with certain emotions and feelings, just like Walda!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact with and support one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding anxiety and fears.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches • Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2 leveled readers• Simple, easy-to-read pages with illustrations• Features a simple vocabulary list• Includes reading and teaching tips

The Magic of Reading: Introduce your child to the magic of reading, friendship, and compassion with How to Be Friends With This Unicorn. The 24-page book features pictures and simple language to practice early reading comprehension skills.

Hands-On Reading Adventure: A friendly dragon wants to be friends with Luma the unicorn—but she’s not feeling well. Follow along as we watch how their friendship blossoms and learn how make a new friend.

Features: More than just an engaging story about friendship and empathy, this kids book also includes a vocabulary list as well as reading and teaching tips for additional story interaction and engagement.

Leveled Books: Vibrant illustrations and leveled text work together to engage readers and promote reading comprehension skills. This leveled book engages PreK—second graders with new vocabulary and high-interest topics like making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 290L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Mimi the gnome—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Gnome, children learn about many ways to be a good friend, just like Mimi!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and support friends, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding respecting a friend’s needs and limitations.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 280L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Milo the merman—he wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Merman, children learn about many ways to be a good friend despite differences, just like Milo!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and respect one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding processing emotions of disappointment and the need for quiet time.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 300L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Walda the werewolf—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Werewolf, children learn about many ways to be a good friend and deal with certain emotions and feelings, just like Walda!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact with and support one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding anxiety and fears.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Gets A Pet, preschoolers—second graders learn about the responsibilities behind adopting a pet, and what Katie does to become a great dog owner!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; routines help her every day. When Katie adopts a dog, she creates a routine to help her care for her new pet! Watch Katie go through her routine to take care of her new furry friend!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about responsibility, diversity, and the importance of a routine.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Helps Out, preschoolers—second graders learn the importance of taking care of the environment and spreading kindness—all while having fun at the beach!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome, but that’s not what makes her so special—she loves to help others! Follow along as Katie helps her parents clean up the beach and helps take care of plants, animals, and the planet!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about helping others, diversity, and taking care of the environment.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie is a Big Sister, preschoolers—second graders learn about what it’s like to become an older sibling, and how to prepare to be the best big brother or sister ever!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; practicing new habits helps her learn, especially when she’s preparing for her new baby brother to be born! Follow along as Katie learns new rules for being a big sister and helping with the new baby.

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the lower reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about being an older sibling and preparing for new life changes.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Meets Carl, preschoolers—second graders use their hands to learn American Sign Language alongside Katie to talk to the new boy in her class!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; Carl, the new boy in her class, is Deaf. Follow along as Katie uses sign language (and learns new ASL signs!) to talk to Carl and build a new friendship!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about diversity, inclusivity, and making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Gets A Pet, preschoolers—second graders learn about the responsibilities behind adopting a pet, and what Katie does to become a great dog owner!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; routines help her every day. When Katie adopts a dog, she creates a routine to help her care for her new pet! Watch Katie go through her routine to take care of her new furry friend!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about responsibility, diversity, and the importance of a routine.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Helps Out, preschoolers—second graders learn the importance of taking care of the environment and spreading kindness—all while having fun at the beach!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome, but that’s not what makes her so special—she loves to help others! Follow along as Katie helps her parents clean up the beach and helps take care of plants, animals, and the planet!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about helping others, diversity, and taking care of the environment.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie is a Big Sister, preschoolers—second graders learn about what it’s like to become an older sibling, and how to prepare to be the best big brother or sister ever!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; practicing new habits helps her learn, especially when she’s preparing for her new baby brother to be born! Follow along as Katie learns new rules for being a big sister and helping with the new baby.

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the lower reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about being an older sibling and preparing for new life changes.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Meets Carl, preschoolers—second graders use their hands to learn American Sign Language alongside Katie to talk to the new boy in her class!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; Carl, the new boy in her class, is Deaf. Follow along as Katie uses sign language (and learns new ASL signs!) to talk to Carl and build a new friendship!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about diversity, inclusivity, and making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but there are many things that Carl can do. So when his friend is about to have a birthday, Carl plans the entire party! Follow along as Carl plans an entire birthday party for his friend using methods that suit his needs, like using sign language in the fiction book Carl Makes a Plan!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can learn anything. So when his class goes on a field trip to the museum, Carl is ready to show what he knows! Follow along as Carl stands up for himself so he can participate during a field trip in the fiction book Carl Goes on a Field Trip!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can use his other senses to help him do things instead. So when Carl enters a baking contest, he is ready to be the best baker he can be! Follow along as Carl works hard to compete in a baking competition in the fiction book Carl Enters a Contest!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. When he notices that his library does not have any books with Deaf characters, he writes a letter to make a positive change that’s inclusive of the asl community. Follow along as Carl writes a letter to help get more Deaf representation in books in the inspirational fiction book Carl Writes a Letter!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but there are many things that Carl can do. So when his friend is about to have a birthday, Carl plans the entire party! Follow along as Carl plans an entire birthday party for his friend using methods that suit his needs, like using sign language in the fiction book Carl Makes a Plan!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can learn anything. So when his class goes on a field trip to the museum, Carl is ready to show what he knows! Follow along as Carl stands up for himself so he can participate during a field trip in the fiction book Carl Goes on a Field Trip!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can use his other senses to help him do things instead. So when Carl enters a baking contest, he is ready to be the best baker he can be! Follow along as Carl works hard to compete in a baking competition in the fiction book Carl Enters a Contest!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. When he notices that his library does not have any books with Deaf characters, he writes a letter to make a positive change that’s inclusive of the asl community. Follow along as Carl writes a letter to help get more Deaf representation in books in the inspirational fiction book Carl Writes a Letter!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Book Features:• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches • Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2 leveled readers• Simple, easy-to-read pages with illustrations• Features a simple vocabulary list• Includes reading and teaching tips

The Magic of Reading: Introduce your child to the magic of reading, friendship, and compassion with How to Be Friends With This Unicorn. The 24-page book features pictures and simple language to practice early reading comprehension skills.

Hands-On Reading Adventure: A friendly dragon wants to be friends with Luma the unicorn—but she’s not feeling well. Follow along as we watch how their friendship blossoms and learn how make a new friend.

Features: More than just an engaging story about friendship and empathy, this kids book also includes a vocabulary list as well as reading and teaching tips for additional story interaction and engagement.

Leveled Books: Vibrant illustrations and leveled text work together to engage readers and promote reading comprehension skills. This leveled book engages PreK—second graders with new vocabulary and high-interest topics like making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 290L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Mimi the gnome—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Gnome, children learn about many ways to be a good friend, just like Mimi!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and support friends, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding respecting a friend’s needs and limitations.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 280L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Milo the merman—he wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Merman, children learn about many ways to be a good friend despite differences, just like Milo!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and respect one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding processing emotions of disappointment and the need for quiet time.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 300L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Walda the werewolf—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Werewolf, children learn about many ways to be a good friend and deal with certain emotions and feelings, just like Walda!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact with and support one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding anxiety and fears.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches • Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2 leveled readers• Simple, easy-to-read pages with illustrations• Features a simple vocabulary list• Includes reading and teaching tips

The Magic of Reading: Introduce your child to the magic of reading, friendship, and compassion with How to Be Friends With This Unicorn. The 24-page book features pictures and simple language to practice early reading comprehension skills.

Hands-On Reading Adventure: A friendly dragon wants to be friends with Luma the unicorn—but she’s not feeling well. Follow along as we watch how their friendship blossoms and learn how make a new friend.

Features: More than just an engaging story about friendship and empathy, this kids book also includes a vocabulary list as well as reading and teaching tips for additional story interaction and engagement.

Leveled Books: Vibrant illustrations and leveled text work together to engage readers and promote reading comprehension skills. This leveled book engages PreK—second graders with new vocabulary and high-interest topics like making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 290L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Mimi the gnome—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Gnome, children learn about many ways to be a good friend, just like Mimi!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and support friends, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding respecting a friend’s needs and limitations.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 280L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Milo the merman—he wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Merman, children learn about many ways to be a good friend despite differences, just like Milo!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact and respect one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding processing emotions of disappointment and the need for quiet time.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, PreK-Grade 2, Guided Reading Level G, Lexile 300L• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Vibrant, full-color illustrations• Includes a vocabulary list• Reading/teaching tips included

The Magic Of Reading: Meet Walda the werewolf—she wants to be friends! In How to Be Friends with This Werewolf, children learn about many ways to be a good friend and deal with certain emotions and feelings, just like Walda!

Social Emotional Learning: The 24-page children’s book teaches kids positive ways to interact with and support one another, while also learning valuable friendship skills surrounding anxiety and fears.

Build Basic Reading Skills: This exciting kid’s book will help your child learn and improve reading fluency and comprehension skills with simple sentences in large print, and a high-frequency word list.

How To Be Friends: Part of the How to Be Friends series, each book in this series features fun fantasy characters that help kids explore basic but important concepts surrounding friendship.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Gets A Pet, preschoolers—second graders learn about the responsibilities behind adopting a pet, and what Katie does to become a great dog owner!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; routines help her every day. When Katie adopts a dog, she creates a routine to help her care for her new pet! Watch Katie go through her routine to take care of her new furry friend!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about responsibility, diversity, and the importance of a routine.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Helps Out, preschoolers—second graders learn the importance of taking care of the environment and spreading kindness—all while having fun at the beach!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome, but that’s not what makes her so special—she loves to help others! Follow along as Katie helps her parents clean up the beach and helps take care of plants, animals, and the planet!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about helping others, diversity, and taking care of the environment.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie is a Big Sister, preschoolers—second graders learn about what it’s like to become an older sibling, and how to prepare to be the best big brother or sister ever!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; practicing new habits helps her learn, especially when she’s preparing for her new baby brother to be born! Follow along as Katie learns new rules for being a big sister and helping with the new baby.

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the lower reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about being an older sibling and preparing for new life changes.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Meets Carl, preschoolers—second graders use their hands to learn American Sign Language alongside Katie to talk to the new boy in her class!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; Carl, the new boy in her class, is Deaf. Follow along as Katie uses sign language (and learns new ASL signs!) to talk to Carl and build a new friendship!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about diversity, inclusivity, and making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Gets A Pet, preschoolers—second graders learn about the responsibilities behind adopting a pet, and what Katie does to become a great dog owner!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; routines help her every day. When Katie adopts a dog, she creates a routine to help her care for her new pet! Watch Katie go through her routine to take care of her new furry friend!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about responsibility, diversity, and the importance of a routine.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Helps Out, preschoolers—second graders learn the importance of taking care of the environment and spreading kindness—all while having fun at the beach!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome, but that’s not what makes her so special—she loves to help others! Follow along as Katie helps her parents clean up the beach and helps take care of plants, animals, and the planet!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about helping others, diversity, and taking care of the environment.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie is a Big Sister, preschoolers—second graders learn about what it’s like to become an older sibling, and how to prepare to be the best big brother or sister ever!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; practicing new habits helps her learn, especially when she’s preparing for her new baby brother to be born! Follow along as Katie learns new rules for being a big sister and helping with the new baby.

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the lower reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about being an older sibling and preparing for new life changes.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Book Features:• Ages 4-8, Grades PreK-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches• Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations• Includes words to know and comprehension questions• Reading/teaching tips included

Fun With Katie: In Katie Meets Carl, preschoolers—second graders use their hands to learn American Sign Language alongside Katie to talk to the new boy in her class!

Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; Carl, the new boy in her class, is Deaf. Follow along as Katie uses sign language (and learns new ASL signs!) to talk to Carl and build a new friendship!

Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.

Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about diversity, inclusivity, and making new friends.

Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but there are many things that Carl can do. So when his friend is about to have a birthday, Carl plans the entire party! Follow along as Carl plans an entire birthday party for his friend using methods that suit his needs, like using sign language in the fiction book Carl Makes a Plan!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can learn anything. So when his class goes on a field trip to the museum, Carl is ready to show what he knows! Follow along as Carl stands up for himself so he can participate during a field trip in the fiction book Carl Goes on a Field Trip!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can use his other senses to help him do things instead. So when Carl enters a baking contest, he is ready to be the best baker he can be! Follow along as Carl works hard to compete in a baking competition in the fiction book Carl Enters a Contest!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. When he notices that his library does not have any books with Deaf characters, he writes a letter to make a positive change that’s inclusive of the asl community. Follow along as Carl writes a letter to help get more Deaf representation in books in the inspirational fiction book Carl Writes a Letter!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but there are many things that Carl can do. So when his friend is about to have a birthday, Carl plans the entire party! Follow along as Carl plans an entire birthday party for his friend using methods that suit his needs, like using sign language in the fiction book Carl Makes a Plan!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can learn anything. So when his class goes on a field trip to the museum, Carl is ready to show what he knows! Follow along as Carl stands up for himself so he can participate during a field trip in the fiction book Carl Goes on a Field Trip!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. He cannot hear, but he can use his other senses to help him do things instead. So when Carl enters a baking contest, he is ready to be the best baker he can be! Follow along as Carl works hard to compete in a baking competition in the fiction book Carl Enters a Contest!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Carl is Deaf. When he notices that his library does not have any books with Deaf characters, he writes a letter to make a positive change that’s inclusive of the asl community. Follow along as Carl writes a letter to help get more Deaf representation in books in the inspirational fiction book Carl Writes a Letter!

Carl was first introduced in our Katie Can series, based on our best-selling book of the same title. Continue following along on Carl’s journey in the new and inclusive Carl Can series.

Fun Storybook Features:

About Rourke

We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!