by Nancy Krulik (2015)
"Yeehaw, Sparky is off to the Texas rodeo to find himself a job! There he eats delicious-smelling BBQ, watches mutton chasing and barrel racing, and even helps a new friend become a rodeo dog. But as Sparky heads home, he still doesn't have a job himself. Wait, he has the very best job of all--being Josh's best friend!"--
Story by Charlotte Zolotow
A summer storm sweeps over the countryside, city, and seashore. People and animals alike listen to the rrrrrMMMMMMMDDDDDDDRRRRR R R R of the thunder and the patter of the rain, and wait for the storm to end. And when it does, something very special happens.
Precious McKenzie
Tomi and Marisol's lives aren't like most 12 year olds. Having parents who are traveling researchers can make having a regular life tricky. The cool part is that they have friends all over the world and get to have amazing adventures! Puerto Rico does sound tempting especially when battling a cold, Chicago winter. Who wouldn't enjoy swimming in the ocean and lounging on the beach? Except that's not exactly how things work when you have a scientist and a historian for parents. The twins are packing their bags and traveling so their mom can study the Antillean crusted hummingbird in the rainforest. Tomi and Marisol like a good adventure, but sometimes end up where they shouldn't! These adventure books are perfect for your fluent reader. They develop independent reading through longer, complex sentences, rich vocabulary, and minimal illustrations. - Explores cultures and countries around the world - Addresses social issues such as friendships, family, and growing up - Extensive back matter.
Gregory King
A boy has wasted so much time on trivial matters that an emissary from the Emperor of Time tells him that he has only three more days to live. Then poof. The boy embarks upon a perilous journey to find the emperor and persuade him to change his mind.
Rhonda Gowler Greene
A cumulative rhyme about a teacher's day, from the time the students rush in and drop their lunches, spill the ant farm, and let loose a snake until they file out and head for home.