EDITH HOPE FINE is the author of several children’s books and stories, including the award-winning UNDER THE LEMON MOON, published by LEE & LOW BOOKS. This is Edith’s first book for beginning readers, and she was inspired to write it by her grandchildren, who make it a challenge to get a perfect picture. Edith lives in Encinitas, California.


JUDY SAKAGUCHI was born in Japan and graduated from California State University at San Jose. She had an early interest in art, which was nurtured by her mother, who is also an artist. Judy herself is now a full-time artist. She lives in San Francisco, California, with her husband and their three cats, Bonnie, B.T., and Timmy.

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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.