Syd Hoff

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Oregon





A classic I Can Read about finding a friend--a good match for 3- to 6-year-olds looking for a friendship story, especially during or after a move. 

He likes his new room and his new street. The police officer and the mail carrier are very nice. But what Freddy really needs are friends--and he looks everywhere until he finds them!

Syd Hoff created the Danny and the Dinosaur and Sammy the Seal I Can Read favorites. His unique graphic style still speaks to children today.

"Highly successful--has the individuality and style welcome on the primary-first grade reading level." --School Library Journal



Who Will Be My Friends?

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Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Tennessee

Although Walpole is the biggest walrus in the herd, he would rather play with the baby walruses than be a leader.

Walpole

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This book is pre-owned in good condition with minor scratches and wear on cover if any. Please look at all pictures for more details. 

California

Harry keeps a horse in his room. A trusty horse only he can see. But then his parents take him to the country to see "real" horses. Horses that are free to run, kick, and nibble. Now Harry must decide: Does his horse need to be free, too?

The Horse in Harry's Room

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Florida



Oliver has always wanted to be a dancing elephant, but what will he do when he discovers the circus already has enough elephants Beginning readers will laugh out loud as they follow Oliver's adventures and find out how this elephant of unique charm and talent finally achieves his dream. Now available in full color!

Oliver

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Wisconsin

4 Learning to read books, Level 1





Syd Hoff's comical, charming illustrations will delight readers young and old alike in this beloved classic I Can Read about a boy and his best friend, a dinosaur.

Danny loves dinosaurs! When he sees one at the museum and says, "It would be nice to play with a dinosaur," a voice answers, "And I think it would be nice to play with you." So begins Danny and the Dinosaur's wonderful adventures together. For Danny and his prehistoric playmate, even the most everyday activities become extraordinary, like finding a big-enough place to hide a dinosaur in a game of hide-and-seek. But Danny can teach an old dinosaur new tricks. It's the most fun this dinosaur has had in a hundred million years!

Originally published over 50 years ago, this beloved classic is a Level 1 I Can Read that is perfect for the beginning reader learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

Danny and the Dinosaur, Biscuit and the big parade, Santa’s Moose, Pete the cat’s Family road trip 

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Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

5 Beloved Stories

Danny and the Dinosaur fans will love this paper-over-board storybook collection that features all the best-loved stories starring Danny and his prehistoric pal—now in one volume! Join these beloved friends as they go to camp, celebrate a birthday, and so much more. This collection features the full text and art for Danny and the Dinosaur; Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!; Danny and the Dinosaur Go to Camp; Danny and the Dinosaur: Too Tall; and Danny and the Dinosaur and the New Puppy.

The Danny and the Dinosaur Storybook Collection

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New Jersey

Danny and the Dinosaur

Chester, a wild horse who wants to be tame, comes to the city looking for a home. 'Reading for fun: the artist's sense of pacing makes this book race along.' --Saturday Review.

Chester

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Virginia

Very light shelf wear, book is in beautiful condition. 

Minnesota

When an orchestra conductor misplaces his baton and feels he can not work without it, he learns that it is his own talents, not a little stick, that make him famous.

Arturo's Baton

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1958 hardcover in good condition. There are a few minor stains on edges of pages, as pictured. Dent in bottom edge of back of book. 

Julius

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Sammy, the adventurous seal, leaves the zoo for the day and ventures into the big, busy city. Along the way he finds a school full of kids and new things to do--and he even learns to read! 

"So funny and so original that it promises to be one of the most successful books in this best-selling series." (Publishers Weekly)

Sammy the Seal is another hilarious, original story by Syd Hoff, the celebrated author of Danny and the Dinosaur. This classic Level One I Can Read is perfect for shared reading with a child. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

Sammy the Seal

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Georgia

It’s Dinosaur’s first Valentine's Day ever, and someone has left him a secret gift! Can Danny help his friend solve this Valentine’s Day mystery? First introduced in 1958 with Danny and the Dinosaur, this popular pair is together again in a fun adventure sure to please young readers. Complete with a poster, punch-out Valentine’s Day cards, and a sheet of stickers, this is the perfect gift for your little loved ones—especially dinosaur fans!

Danny and the Dinosaur: First Valentine's Day

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Missouri





Readers first fell in love with Danny and his prehistoric pal in the I Can Read classic Danny and the Dinosaur, created by Syd Hoff in 1958. Now the popular pair are together again in an adventure sure to please beginning readers

What would happen if a dinosaur came to a birthday party Come to Danny's house and find out. His friend the dinosaur helps make this one party you'll never forget!

Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! is a Level One I Can Read book that is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur!

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Louisiana

Texas

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Alaska





One day a boy named Danny goes to the museum. He sees all sorts of interesting things. The most interesting thing of all is the dinosaur--who talks!

This beloved story has been delighting readers young and old for 50 years, and will continue to do so for 50 more!

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