You Can Do It!

<p><strong>There's a big race on Sunday&mdash;but can a little crocodile triumph? Find out in this Level B story, is simple enough for young readers to read on their own.</strong></p> <p>The crocodile is hopeful, but when a bigger, mean crocodile tells him there's no chance, he starts to wonder if he's good enough.</p> <p>But with a little motivation from his friend and a lot of practice and hard work, he's ready to prove himself when the big race comes around!</p> <p>Using simple text and lots of sight words, Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator <strong>Betsy Lewin</strong> has created a story about determination&mdash;and the importance of support from your friends! The easy-to-read story is accompanied by energetic ink and watercolour illustrations, adding interest and detail to the narrative, showcasing the little crocodile's practice and the shared joy of his triumph.</p> <p>The award-winning I Like to Read&reg; series focuses on guided reading levels A through G, based upon Fountas and Pinnell standards. Acclaimed author-illustrators--including winners of Caldecott, Theodor Seuss Geisel, and Coretta Scott King honours&mdash;create original, high-quality illustrations that support comprehension of simple text and are fun for kids to read with parents, teachers, or on their own!</p> <p>Level B readers feature short sentences with high-frequency words, for kindergarten readers who've mastered Level A and are ready to build more fluency. The illustrations provide clues to word meanings. When you've mastered these simple stories, move on to level C!</p> <p><strong>A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year</strong></p>