Akron Public Library

Exciting, easy-to-read books are the stepping stone a young reader needs to bridge the gap between being a beginner and being fluent. In this story designed to engage early readers, charming characters combine with simple text, lively illustrations, and laugh-out-loud humor to help boost kids' confidence and create lifelong readers! Maud is having a birthday party in her backyard, and she's invited her friends--all fifty-six of them--to celebrate...

"The Cuphead Show! follows the adventures of two lovable brothers--Cuphead and Mugman--through their unique misadventures! And this time, they'll need each other more than ever, when Cuphead's misbehaving ways land them in jail, and they have concocted an outrageous escape plan! There's only one problem-Mugman likes being in jail!!!"--

"It’s quiet time at school, but Daniel and Miss Elaina don’t want to stop playing with their trains! Teacher Harriet shows the kids the different ways they can settle down, like stretching, reading a book, or closing their eyes. Could it be that naptime is just what Daniel needs to be reenergized for more playing? He might even be able to use his new skills at home to help his baby sister fall asleep for naptime."--publisher's website.

Pete and his friends must solve a mystery when some of the cupcakes they have backed for a party go missing!

"Newcomer Salma and friends cook up a heartwarming dish to cheer up Mama. All Salma wants is to make her mama smile again. Between English classes, job interviews, and missing Papa back in Syria, Mama always seems busy or sad. A homemade Syrian meal might cheer her up, but Salma doesn't know the recipe, or what to call the vegetables in English, or where to find the right spices! Luckily, the staff and other newcomers at the Welcome Center are happy...

"A little boy, who is a keen artist, becomes obsessed with a mountain he can see from his house. One day, he tries to draw the mountain, but his drawing doesn’t look anything like it, so he decides that he has to take a closer look. He sets off with his dog, drawing what he sees along the way, and making a growing collection of animal companions during his hike. But when he finally reaches the mountain, the boy makes a discovery about the importance...

e gusta su casa y sus amigos, y la diversión que tienen juntos. El viaje dura una eternidad, y su nuevo hogar es muy extraño. Todo es diferente: el clima, la comida, la gente y el idioma. ¿Pasará algo que ayude a Nieve a sentirse en casa? --Page [4] of cover. When Snow's mother tells her that they're going to move to an exciting new place, Snow isn't so sure. She likes her home and her friends. The journey takes forever, and their new home is...

Spunky Lola embarks on a new adventure--the first day of school! Lola and her family prepare for the first day of school the night before, then get up early, take pictures, and head to class. Lola puts her things in her cubby, chooses her activities, reads, plays, and has a snack. Before she knows it, it's time to sing the good-bye song and rush into Mommy's arms for a warm reunion. A comforting, cheerful read that demystifies the school day for preschoolers...

"In this collection of twelve fabulous stories, join Fancy Nancy as she puts on her own dog show, learns to ice skate, goes on a camping adventure, and more! With each story timed to be a five-minute read-aloud, this storybook makes anytime the perfect time for fancy fun!"--Back cover.

Excited for her first day of school because she'll be with her brothers all day, Kiki soon discovers they are in another classroom and succumbs to nerves until she learns that as long as she's herself, she can always make new friends.