Unlike most reading programs, Brand New Readers are short, funny stories written by award-winning authors, full of bright, colorful artwork by illustrators kids know and love. Fish and Frog swim, make faces, and play silly games in four simple stories enhanced by enticingly vibrant illustrations. Brand New Readers are the most effective way to make reading a success — the very first time. Parents, teachers, and librarians everywhere report that they really work! - Funny stories - Pictures that make words easy to guess - Eight-page stories that can be finished in one sitting, ensuring a satisfying reading experience - Notes for parents and teachers to help them guide beginning readers