Fish has a wish. He wishes he were a bird so he could fly. He wishes he were a skunk so he could make a big stink. . . or a snake that says HISSSSSSSSS. But after enjoying a delicious mayfly snack, Fish realizes he's happy exactly as he is. The stunning artwork draws from Asian and classical European wildlife art, and is both elegant and bold. An I Like to Read (R) book. Guided Reading Level E.
Laugh and learn with fun facts about narwals, dolphins, sharks, giant squid, manatees, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring The Cat in the Hat! “I’m the Cat in the Hat, and I hear that you wish to go down to the sea and to visit the fish.” The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! In this adventure under the sea, readers will learn: • how fish breathe underwater • about the different levels of the ocean • how echolocation helps dolphins see in the dark • and much more! Perfect for story time and for the youngest readers, Wish for a Fish also includes an index, glossary, and suggestions for further learning. Look for more books in the Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series! Cows Can Moo! Can You? All About Farms Hark! A Shark! All About Sharks If I Ran the Dog Show: All About Dogs Oh Say Can You Say Di-no-saur? All About Dinosaurs On Beyond Bugs! All About Insects One Vote Two Votes I Vote You Vote There’s No Place Like Space: All About Our Solar System Who Hatches the Egg? All About Eggs Why Oh Why Are Deserts Dry? All About Deserts
Ethan Crownberry's classic tale. If you only had one wish to make, would you change your life, or would you change someone else's? Trapped in a tiny glass tank, a miserable goldfish makes it perfectly clear how disappointed he is with his life. That is, until a series of wishes granted by a magic star reveal that the grass is not always greener on the other side. Will the fish ever find true happiness? Join him on his quest for a better life and his journey into selflessness in this heartwarming classic tale by master storyteller Ethan Crownberry.
Being a fish would be so much fun! Adventures await! Let's explore the deepest trenches of the fish tank for food, family, and friendship. "I wish I was a fish" comes from the magical mind of a three-year-old and suits kids, parents, and teachers. The author was just 3 1/2-years-old when she narrated her fantasy of wishing she were a fish in her family's fish tank and all of the adventures that she would have down, down, down there among the rocks. The book features a cast of underwater characters who explore, play, and extend a fin to a new friend. Its simplicity lends itself to the very young and its lesson in empathy will inspire kids of all ages. In this story, explorers will learn that having fun with family and friends is even better when we treat others with kindness. Readers will love the fun story, vibrant colors, and finding hidden treasures along the way. Bonus "Color your fishy friends!" coloring pages are at the end of the book as well as a list of search and find treasures to hunt for while you read. Parents and teachers will love the simple examples in social-emotional learning. "I wish I was a fish" is a perfect addition to any bed time routine, class story time or a social-emotional curriculum. "I wish I was a fish" may be used as a resource for the following core competency areas: Social Awareness Relationship Skills
Where did we come from? It's a simple question, but not so simple an answer to explain—especially to young children. Charles Darwin's theory of common descent no longer needs to be a scientific mystery to inquisitive young readers. Meet Grandmother Fish. Told in an engaging call and response text where a child can wiggle like a fish or hoot like an ape and brought to life by vibrant artwork, Grandmother Fish takes children and adults through the history of life on our planet and explains how we are all connected. The book also includes comprehensive backmatter, including: - An elaborate illustration of the evolutionary tree of life - Helpful science notes for parents - How to explain natural selection to a child
What happens when the creatures of the sea take Peter Alan up on his offer? Something fishy, of course! At first, their visit is all fun and games, but then, things really start to get out of hand? Watch out for a bucking bull shark at the rodeo, the invasion of a slimy school of fish, and many other playful pictorial puns hidden in these striking, surrealistic illustrations. An endpaper identifying over 30 species of fish appearing in the book is an educational bonus. Here is a fantastic flight of fancy that every child will savor, with a subtle message: Be careful what you wish for!
Bob and Bet catch a magical fish who grants wishes in this amusing story based on a folktale. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton, specially written for children just starting to read alone. This ebook includes audio and reading-related puzzles. "Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme." - Julia Eccleshare
From award-winning author Barbara O'Connor comes a middle-grade novel about a girl who, with the help of the dog of her dreams, discovers the true meaning of family.
Dive into this exciting tail about Kinley, a little girl who isn't thrilled about her upcoming grandparents' visit. When a witty wish goes wonky, things take a turn for the fishy and Kinley ends up in over her head. Will she be able to make things right in time for her grandparents' visit?
