No Fighting, No Biting!: (I Can Read Book Series: Level 2)

The merry adventures of two scrapping alligator children—and of Rosa and Willy, their human counterparts. ‘Else Holmelund Minarik, whose Little Bear indicated a uniquely charming talent, has outdone herself here.’ —K.

In 1957, Harper published its first I Can Readä title, Little Bear, written by Else Holmelund Minarik and illustrated by Maurice Sendak. Large type, simple vocabulary, chapter-like divisions, and decorative pictures made Little Bear perfect for emerging readers they could read the story comfortably and not feel overwhelmed by the text. Following suit came such classics as Peggy Parish s Amelia Bedelia series, Lillian Hoban s books about Arthur the monkey, and Syd Hoff s popular Danny and the Dinosaur. Many books in this series are special in the depth of emotion evoked Little Bear, the Frog and Toad books by Arnold Lobel, and Daniel s Duck by Clyde Bulla, to name a few and all are enjoyed by children of all ages. Preschool - Grade 1.

Else Holmelund Minarik first introduced readers to her timeless character in the classic Little Bear. Publication of this book, with illustrations by Maurice Sendak, launched the I Can Read series. This much-loved author continues to write stories for children at her home in North Carolina.