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T-shirts
by Estelle Corney
illustrated by Donovan Bixley
This lively, rhythmic, rhyming text describes T-shirts belonging to various family members. It’s an old favourite, which has been updated with new illustrations.
This title is also available as a NZ Sign Language e-book on iTunes and GooglePlay.
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The Hole in the King’s Sock
by Dot Meharry
illustrated by Philip Webb
In this humorous fairy tale, the King commands his servants to mend a hole in his sock. Nothing works until, at last, the Queen comes up with a solution that means the King will never have to put up with cold feet again.
This title is also available as a NZ Sign Language e-book on iTunes and GooglePlay.
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Me and My Dog
by Margaret Mahy
illustrated by Philip Webb
In this poetic text, perfect for reading aloud, a young girl and her dog greet the morning with joy and enthusiasm. Alliterative, lively verbs bounce the text along and provide many opportunities for exploring language.
This title is also available as a NZ Sign Language e-book on iTunes and GooglePlay.
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Grandma’s Vase
by Dot Meharry
illustrated by Adele Jackson
When Grandma’s vase gets broken, Malia decides they can solve the problem by making a new one. She gathers up some materials from the recycling bin, and with Grandma’s help, successfully creates a new vase.
Red 1
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Monster’s Vest
by Janice Marriott
illustrated by Scott Pearson
Monster is five and getting ready for school, but he discovers his vest is much too small. Luckily, Grandad arrives with a birthday present that solves his problem. This book is best read after you have shared the big book Monster’s Lunch so the students are already familiar with Monster and the things he needs for school.
Red 1
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Greedy Cat is Hungry
by Joy Cowley
illustrated by Robyn Belton
In this humorous story, Greedy Cat appeals to several family members for food but has no luck until Katie, the family’s youngest member, takes pity on him. Students will have met Greedy Cat before in The New Cat (Magenta) and in the shared text Greedy Cat.
Red 2
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Talking to Nanny
by Jo Carson-Barr
illustrated by Martin Simpson
Aroha misses her nanny very much but lives too far away to go and visit her. Instead, her mum sets up the computer so that Aroha and Nanny can use the Internet to see and talk to each other.
Yellow 1
This title is also available as a NZ Sign Language e-book on iTunes and GooglePlay
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A Bird in the Classroom
by Feana Tuʻakoi
illustrated by Donovan Bixley
When a bird flies into their classroom, the children try to get it out, at first with no success. At last, one of them comes up with a clever plan to entice the bird outside. Students, especially those who have had similar experiences, will enjoy the drama of this story.
Yellow 2
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A Friend for Mateo
by Dot Meharry
illustrated by Leilani Isara
Mateo has just moved to New Zealand from Sāmoa. At the park, while Mateo watches the children riding their scooters, a boy (Zane) stops to say “hello” and offer Mateo a turn on his scooter. Afterwards, Mateo invites Zane to lunch with him and his mum.
Yellow 2
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Walking to School
by Jane Buxton
illustrated by Andrew Burdan
Grandad is staying at Dylan’s house and decides to walk to school with him. Dylan tries to hurry Grandad so he won’t be late, but Grandad wants to stop and take photos. When they get to school, Grandad realises he doesn’t know the way back home. Dylan comes to the rescue with a clever solution.
Yellow 2
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