Dick and Jane and Vampires by Laura Marchesani

Dick and Jane and Vampires by Laura Marchesani

Dick and Jane meet a creepy, cape-wearing vampire and, unexpectedly, they all become friends.

Grosset & Dunlap, 2010.

LATE ADDITION TO THE ACPL 2011 MOCK GEISEL READING LIST!

Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze by Cynthia Rylant

Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze by Cynthia Rylant

Illustrated by Sucie Stevenson

Annie and her cousin Henry, along with Henry's dog Mudge and Annie's rabbit Snowball, enjoy a sparkling, wintry ice storm.

Simon Spotlight, 2010.

Scat, Cat! by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Scat, Cat! by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

Pictures by Paul Meisel

A lost and lonely cat finally finds its way back home.

Harper, 2010.

Dragon's Pancake Party by Mara Conlon

Dragon's Pancake Party by Mara Conlon

Dragon invites his friends to his house for a special breakfast. He starts to make tiny pancakes for Mailmouse and giant pancakes for Alligator. But when all the batter runs together, the pancake is too big to flip. Will Dragon find a way out of this sticky situation?

Scholastic, 2010

Flight of the Butterflies by Roberta Edwards

Flight of the Butterflies by Roberta Edwards

Illustrated by Bob Kayganich

Starting from the northern United States and southern Canada, millions of Monarchs converge every fall in one region in central Mexico. It's not only an amazing sight to behold for the lucky residents of the area, but also a true miracle of nature. This easy reader follows the 2,500 mile-long journey of the Monarchs.

Grosset & Dunlap, 2010

Just Saving My Money by Mercer Mayer

Just Saving My Money by Mercer Mayer

When Little Critter r wants a new skateboard, Dad tells him that he needs to save his own money to buy it! From feeding the dog to selling lemonade, Little Critter learns the value of a dollar.

Harper, 2010

Please Write Back by Jennifer E. Morris

Please Write Back by Jennifer E. Morris

Alfie, an adorable alligator, writes a letter to Grandma all by himself. He addresses the letter, stamps it, and mails it. It's so hard to wait for a response. Will Grandma write back?

Scholastic, 2010

Paddywack by Stephanie Spinner

Paddywack by Stephanie Spinner

Illustrated by Daniel Howarth

Paddywack is a petite nine hands high, and every pony inch is packed full of spunk. It hasn't been easy, but he now has his rider, Jane, well trained. He'll trot. He'll canter. He'll jump the jumps. He's a perfect pony . . . when she gives him treats. But on the day of the big horse show, Jane is so nervous she forgets his treats. Will Paddywack dig in his hooves? Or can he rise to the occasion?

Random House, 2010

Zelda and Ivy: The Big Picture by Laura Mcgee Kvasnosky

Zelda and Ivy: The Big Picture by Laura Mcgee Kvasnosky

After fox sisters Zelda and Ivy and their best friend Eugene watch the new Secret Agent Fox movie, they are inspired to do some detective work then practice their new skills when rain threatens their campout plans.

Candlewick Press, 2010

Fancy Nancy Spectacular Spectacles by Jane O'Connor

Fancy Nancy Spectacular Spectacles by Jane O'Connor

Illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser and Ted Enik

Nancy thinks that Bree's new glasses are simply spectacular. After all, they are lavender. They are glittery. And best of all, they come in a silver case. So when Bree tells Nancy all about her trip to the eye doctor, Nancy can't help but wonder if her own eyesight is perhaps getting a little blurry too. . . .With a glossary of Fancy Nancy's Fancy Words in the back, this addition to the Fancy Nancy I Can Read series is sure to delight young readers everywhere!

Harper, 2010

Pearl and Wagner: Four Eyes by Kate McMullan

Pearl and Wagner: Four Eyes by Kate McMullan

Illustrated by R.W. Alley

Wagner "hates" his new glasses--and a mean old bully calls him Four eyes. He vows never to wear his glasses again--until Pearl and all his friends come to the rescue.

Dial Books for Young Readers, 2009

What about Bear? by Suzanne Bloom

What about Bear? by Suzanne Bloom

When Fox joins Goose and Bear for playtime, one of them is left out and someone must figure out how all three of them can play together.

Boyds Mills Press, 2010

Buzz Boy and Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold

Buzz Boy and Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold

Buzz and Fly Guy are superheroes. The dynamic duo must battle a fiery dragon and a band of pirates.

Cartwheel Books, 2010

Mr. Putter and Tabby Clear the Decks by Cynthia Rylant

Mr. Putter and Tabby Clear the Decks by Cynthia Rylant

Illustrated by Arthur Howard

Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are itchy. Not because of fleas, but because it is hot, they're bored, and they're out of orangesicles. So when their neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, suggests a sightseeing cruise, they're excited about an adventure. The boat makes them feel free! Plus they get orangesicles! But when it's time to go home, there's a little problem with Mrs. Teaberry's good dog, Zeke.

Harcourt, 2010

We Are in a Book! by Mo Willems

We Are in a Book! by Mo Willems

Gerald and Piggie discover the joy of being read. But what will happen when the book ends?

Disney Press, 2010.

Time to Sleep Sheep the Sheep by Mo Willems

Time to Sleep Sheep the Sheep by Mo Willems

Cat the Cat's having a sleepover with all her friends, and fans are invited! This is picture-book phenomenon Mo Willems at his simplest, sweetest, and funniest. With this brilliant series, he introduces early concepts through vibrant art, very simple text, and repetition.

Balzer & Bray, 2010

Pinkalicious: School Rules! by Victoria Kann

Pinkalicious: School Rules! by Victoria Kann

Pinkalicious thinks school is okay, but she misses her imaginary unicorn, Goldie. When she brings her golden classmate to class one day, her teacher is concerned: Unicorns aren't allowed in school! It's up to Pinkalicious to make sure Goldie behaves herself. In this I Can Read companion to the New York Times bestsellers Pinkalicious, Purplicious, and Goldilicious, a pink-crazed girl learns that with her companion by her side, school rules!

Harper, 2010

Funny Lunch by David Catrow

Funny Lunch by David Catrow

Our lovable spaniel is back! Readers will dine with delight as Chef Max serves up one hysterical meal after another at his very own diner. New readers will laugh out loud as Max's pizza pie special creates a wacky lunchtime.This clever and funny story by David Catrow is easy to read and features loads of visual humor!

Orchard Books, 2010

Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same! by Grace Lin

Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same! by Grace Lin

Ling and Ting are identical twins that people think are exactly the same, but time and again they prove to be different.

Little, Brown and Company, 2010

Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin

Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin

Illustrated by James Dean

Pete the Cat goes walking down the street wearing his brand new white shoes. Along the way, his shoes change from white to red to blue to brown to WET as we steps in piles of strawberries, blueberries and other big messes! But no matter what color his shoes are are, Pete keeps movin' and groovin' and singing his song...because it's all good.

Harper, 2010