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TINA STOLBERG was born in Queens, New York. After a career in advertising, Tina became a full-time writer. This is her first book for children. When not writing, Tina enjoys hiking, canoeing, snorkeling, and camping. She lives in San Rafael, California, with her husband and their two children.




NICOLE TADGELL was born in Highland Park, Michigan. She wanted to be an artist since she was five years old, and she is now a full-time graphic designer and illustrator. Nicole also enjoys bird watching, quilting, hiking, canoeing, and reading. She lives in Spencer, Massachusetts, with her husband and their two dogs, Brandy and Boomer.



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Guided Reading Guided reading levels were assigned by certified Reading Recovery® teachers and literacy experts using the guidelines identified in Guided Reading and Matching Books to Readers by Irene C. Fountas and Gay Su Pinnell (Heinemann).

Intervention Intervention levels were assigned by certified Reading Recovery® teachers and literacy experts and are intended for use in early intervention and one-on-one tutorial programs, including Reading Recovery® programs. These levels are not officially authorized by Reading Recovery®. Reading Recovery® is a registered servicemark of The Ohio State University.

DRA (Developmental Reading Assessment) The DRA levels were determined using information in the Developmental Reading Assessment Resource Guide by Joetta Beaver (Celebration Press).

All level placements may vary and are subject to revision. Teachers may adjust the assigned levels in accordance with their own evaluations.