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I Am Going! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Am Going! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Piggie says she's going, and Gerald panics. A funny friendship story for early readers.
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Speech Therapy Favorites Picture Books
The best Speech Therapy Favorites picture books for parents and teachers, sorted by grade. Read alouds from our channel come first.
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The picture books speech language pathologists reach for again and again: repetition, predictable patterns, and stories that are great for sequencing and retelling.
50 books · 42 with a read aloud on our channel
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
PreK
A tiny caterpillar eats his way through the week until he's big, fat, and ready to become a butterfly. A beloved classic for counting, days of the week, and life cycles.
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Listen to My Trumpet!
Listen to My Trumpet!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie has a trumpet and Gerald has to listen. Big laughs and a lesson about being a kind friend.
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
PreK to 2nd grade
A brown bear, a red bird, a yellow duck, and more answer the same simple question in Eric Carle's bold collage art. Perfect for toddlers learning colors, animals, and patterns.
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The Thank You Book
The Thank You Book
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie sets out to thank everyone, and the last thank you is for the reader. A sweet farewell to Elephant and Piggie and a perfect gratitude book.
Dear Zoo
Dear Zoo
PreK
A child writes to the zoo for a pet and gets sent a series of animals that don't quite fit, until the perfect one arrives. A lift the flap favorite for toddlers.
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I'm a Frog!
I'm a Frog!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie is pretending to be a frog, and Gerald is very confused. A funny intro to the fun of pretending.
Giraffes Can't Dance
Giraffes Can't Dance
PreK to 2nd grade
Gerald the giraffe is too clumsy to dance at the Jungle Dance, until a cricket helps him find his own music. A rhyming reminder that everyone shines in their own way.
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My New Friend Is So Fun! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
My New Friend Is So Fun! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald worries Piggie's new friend will replace him. A sweet story about jealousy and friendship.
Happy Easter, Mouse!
Happy Easter, Mouse!
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Mouse spots a trail of colorful eggs the Easter Bunny left behind and goes hunting for more. Short, cheerful, and perfect for toddlers on Easter morning or a spring egg hunt.
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Can I Play Too?
Can I Play Too?
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A snake wants to play catch with Gerald and Piggie. A funny way to talk about including everyone.
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
PreK to 2nd grade
A family bravely squelches and swishes through grass, mud, and a snowstorm, only to find a bear and race home. Kids love joining the chant and the sound effects.
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Should I Share My Ice Cream? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Should I Share My Ice Cream? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 1st grade
Gerald has a big decision to make, and it's melting fast. A funny, relatable book about sharing.
Little Blue Truck
Little Blue Truck
Little Blue Truck seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Little Blue Truck stops to help a dump truck stuck in the mud with help from his animal friends. A sweet, rhyming story about kindness and friendship.
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A Big Guy Took My Ball!
A Big Guy Took My Ball!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A whale takes Piggie's ball, and Gerald finds a kind solution. Great for talking about sharing and size.
The Pout-Pout Fish
The Pout-Pout Fish
PreK to 2nd grade
A pouty fish believes he's destined to be glum until a kiss from a shimmering fish changes his outlook. A rhyming story about attitude and happiness.
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I Love My New Toy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Love My New Toy! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald breaks Piggie's new toy and their friendship is tested. A great one about forgiveness.
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Happy Pig Day!
Happy Pig Day!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald worries he can't celebrate Pig Day. A sweet story about being included.
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Pigs Make Me Sneeze! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Pigs Make Me Sneeze! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald thinks he's allergic to Piggie. Big laughs and a happy ending.
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I Really Like Slop!
I Really Like Slop!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie loves slop, and Gerald has to decide whether to try it. A funny book about trying new things for a friend.
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We Are in a Book!
We Are in a Book!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 1st grade
Gerald and Piggie discover they're in a book and someone is reading them. So clever and fun.
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Let's Go for a Drive!
Let's Go for a Drive!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald plans everything for a drive, and they forget one thing. Silly and fun for early readers.
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I Will Take a Nap! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Will Take a Nap! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald is cranky and wants a nap, but Piggie isn't helping. Funny and relatable for tired families.
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I Will Surprise My Friend! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Will Surprise My Friend! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald and Piggie try to surprise each other. A funny, sweet friendship story.
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I Broke My Trunk!
I Broke My Trunk!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald tells a long, wild story about how he broke his trunk. Kids love the big ending.
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Watch Me Throw the Ball! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Watch Me Throw the Ball! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie can't throw well but has the most fun. A great reminder that fun matters more than winning.
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I Am Invited to a Party! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
I Am Invited to a Party! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald and Piggie prepare for a party, and they overdress. Silly fun for early readers.
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There Is a Bird on Your Head! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
There Is a Bird on Your Head! (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald has a bird on his head, then a nest, then babies. Kids crack up every time.
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Waiting Is Not Easy!
Waiting Is Not Easy!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie has a surprise, and Gerald has to wait for it. Every kid who's ever been impatient will relate.
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If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
The classic that started it all, one cookie leads to a whole day of requests. Perfect for sequencing and cause and effect.
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Is Your Mama a Llama?
Is Your Mama a Llama?
PreK to 2nd grade
A llama asks friends if their mama is a llama. A rhyming classic perfect for guessing games and speech practice.
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Goodnight Moon
Goodnight Moon
PreK to 2nd grade
The bedtime classic that's been settling kids down for generations. Soft, rhythmic, and perfect for the last book of the night.
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Today I Will Fly!
Today I Will Fly!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Piggie is sure she'll fly today, and Gerald isn't so sure. Funny and great for big dreamers.
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My Friend Is Sad
My Friend Is Sad
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 1st grade
Gerald is sad and Piggie tries everything to cheer him up. Funny and sweet, and it shows kids what being a good friend looks like.
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Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Pigeon seriesPreK to K
The Pigeon begs to drive the bus, and kids get to say no. A modern classic that every kid loves to shout along with.
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Elephants Cannot Dance!
Elephants Cannot Dance!
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Gerald is sure he can't dance, but he gives it a try. A sweet reminder that trying is what counts.
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Are You Ready to Play Outside? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Are You Ready to Play Outside? (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Elephant and Piggie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Rain ruins their plans, until it doesn't. A great book about making the best of things.
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Good Night, Little Blue Truck
Good Night, Little Blue Truck
Little Blue Truck seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A storm scares the animals, and Little Blue Truck keeps them safe. A cozy bedtime read.
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The Book with No Pictures
The Book with No Pictures
PreK to 3rd grade
The reader has to say every silly word on the page. Kids laugh harder at this one than almost any book.
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If You Give a Dog a Donut
If You Give a Dog a Donut
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
One thing leads to another when you give a dog a donut. Great for teaching sequencing and cause and effect.
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If You Give a Pig a Party
If You Give a Pig a Party
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
One party leads to balloons, games, and more. Fun for sequencing and birthday season.
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If You Give a Cat a Cupcake
If You Give a Cat a Cupcake
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 3rd grade
A cupcake leads a cat on a whole adventure. Great for sequencing and predicting.
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If You Give a Pig a Pancake
If You Give a Pig a Pancake
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
One pancake sets off a whole chain of silly requests. A favorite for predicting and retelling.
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If You Give a Moose a Muffin
If You Give a Moose a Muffin
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A muffin leads to jam, then a sweater, then a puppet show. Kids love guessing what comes next, and it's great for sequencing.
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It's Pumpkin Day, Mouse!
It's Pumpkin Day, Mouse!
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Mouse makes a pumpkin face to match how he feels. A simple fall book that's great for naming feelings.
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Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Mouse makes valentines for all the friends he loves. Sweet and simple for little ones.
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If You Take a Mouse to School
If You Take a Mouse to School
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
Mouse tags along to school and keeps busy all day. A fun first day of school read.
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Merry Christmas, Mouse!
Merry Christmas, Mouse!
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK
Mouse counts his way through Christmas decorations. A sweet holiday counting book for little ones.
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If You Give a Mouse a Brownie
If You Give a Mouse a Brownie
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 3rd grade
Mouse is back, and this time a brownie starts the chain. A fun way to practice what comes next.
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If You Take a Mouse to the Movies
If You Take a Mouse to the Movies
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie seriesPreK to 2nd grade
A trip to the movies turns into a holiday adventure. Fun for Christmas time.