Bibliography

Theme 5: Home Sweet Home

The books listed below may be available through publishers, distributors such as bookstores or online retailers, or library systems.

Recommended Leveled Books for Independent Reading

Below Level

Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Betty Miles
Simon 1998 (32 p) also paper
Three bears return to find an unexpected visitor in their house in a simple retelling of a favorite tale.

Houses by Ann Morris
GoodYear 1996 (8 p)
Photos and text describe different kinds of houses.
Social Studies

Footprints in the Snow by Cynthia Benjamin
Scholastic 1994 (32 p) also paper
Deer, bears, and other animals hurry home during a snowstorm.
Science

Good Night, Gorilla by Peggy Rathmann
Putnam 1994 (32 p)
In a nearly wordless story, a gorilla and other animals follow their zookeeper home.

Footprints in the Sand by Cynthia Benjamin
Scholastic 1999 (32 p)
Desert animals leave footprints in the sand as they head for home.
Science

The Best Nest by P. D. Eastman
Random 1968 (48 p)
After searching for a new home, Mr. and Mrs. Bird find that their own nest is best.
Classic

Bunny Bungalow by Cynthia Rylant
Harcourt 1999 (32 p)
A family of rabbits turn a bungalow into a cozy home.

Houses and Homes by Ann Morris
Lothrop 1992 (32 p) also paper
Photos and brief text describe houses found all over the world.
Social Studies

The Cow in the House by Harriet Ziefert
Viking 1997 (32 p) also paper
With help from some noisy animals, a man discovers his house is quieter than he thinks.

Mouse Finds a House by Karen Hoenecke
School Zone 1997 (8 p) paper
After inquiring about living with various animals, a mouse finds her own special home.

On Level

* Annabelle's Big Move by Carla Golembe
Houghton 1999 (32 p)
A dog named Annabelle adjusts when her family moves to a new home.
Multicultural

McDuff Moves In by Rosemary Wells
Hyperion 1997 (32 p)
A little white West Highland terrier finds a loving home with Lucy and Fred.

From Here to There by Margery Cuyler
Holt 1999 (32 p)
Maria Mendoza identifies herself as a member of a family at a specific address in the universe.
Multicultural

My House by Lisa Desimini
Holt (32 p) also paper
Throughout the seasons, a house takes on different appearances.
Social Studies

Above Level

Henry and Mudge and Annie's Good Move by Cynthia Rylant
Simon 1998 (40 p)
Henry and his dog, Mudge, help make cousin Annie's move easier. (See others in the series.)

Me and My Place in Space by Joan Sweeney
Crown 1998 (32 p)
From her own "place in space" on Earth, a girl describes the solar system and universe.
Science

Another Fine Mess by Tony Bonning
Little Tiger 1998 (32 p)
Fox's garbage causes a problem for his neighbors.

Building Beavers by K. Martin-James
Lerner 1999 (32 p)
Beavers cut down trees and branches to build their lodges.
Science

Annabel Again by Janice Boland
Dial 1995 (32 p) also paper
Annabel the pig leaves her mud puddle in search of a new and exciting place to live.