Guided Reading List: Juvenile Fiction and Juvenile Nonfiction G

This book list was created using Guided Reading Levels provided by Fountas & Pinnell, and children’s publishers such as ABDO Publishing, Capstone Press, Cavendish Square, Children’s Press, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Random House and Scholastic.

Updated September 23, 2025
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Fix this mess! /
Arnold, Tedd
Paper Book
A funny story about a boy, a robot, and a BIG, BIG mess!  This Level D book is perfect for kindergarten readers.  From the creator of the widely popular Fly Guy books! "Fix this mess!" Jake tells Robug. But Robug just makes things worse. Robug finally figures out how to...
Happy birthday, Thomas! :
Awdry, W.
Paper Book
Illus. in full color. It's Thomas's birthday, but where are all the presents, balloons, and silly hats? Thomas thinks his friends have forgotten, but they may have a surprise for him.   From the Trade Paperback edition.
Hi, Jack!
Barnett, Mac
Paper Book
From New York Times bestselling author Mac Barnett and Geisel Award-winning illustrator Greg Pizzoli, an uproarious early reader series about a mischievous rabbit, a cranky old lady, and a lovable dog.   Meet Jack: He lives in a tree house. His interests include snacks, petty...
Biscuit's day at the farm
Capucilli, Alyssa Satin
Paper Book
For fans of Clifford and Spot, welcome everybody's favorite little yellow puppy, Biscuit, in an I Can Read adventure! Woof, woof! Come along, Biscuit! Join Biscuit at the farm. Biscuit is going to help out on the farm today and can't wait to feed all of the farm animals. He makes...
Biscuit and friends visit the community garden /
Capucilli, Alyssa Satin,
Paper Book
Armed with seeds and a shovel, Biscuit and the little girl visit the community garden where they plant flowers with new friends.
Biscuit and the big parade! /
Capucilli, Alyssa Satin,
Paper Book
It's time for the big parade, Biscuit! The parade is here, and Biscuit can't wait to see the fire trucks, jugglers, and even clowns! But when will it be his turn to march? The sweet little yellow puppy proves that with a little might and a lot of heart, any dream--big or small--can...
My first ballet class /
Capucilli, Alyssa Satin,
Paper Book
Young readers can learn all about what happens at ballet class in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read with sweet text and photographs of ballerinas-in-training! It's the first day of ballet class in this early reader by Biscuit creator Alyssa Satin Capucilli. Put on your...
The very lonely firefly /
Carle, Eric,
Paper Book
From bestselling author and illustrator Eric Carle, the creator of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, comes another classic tale about one very lonely firefly. A perfect gift to share with the child or grandchild in your life. When a very lonely firefly goes out into the night...
Elbow Grease /
Cena, John.
Paper Book
THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! From superstar entertainer John Cena comes a new picture-book series all about perseverance and believing in yourself, featuring a little monster truck named Elbow Grease! Meet Elbow Grease, a little monster truck with a big...
Carl and the baby duck /
Day, Alexandra
Paper Book
Alexandra Day's ever-popular dog, Carl, stars in this brand-new story created especially for beginning readers. Mama Duck has lost one of her ducklings. Where could Baby Duck be? Mama Duck asks Carl for help. Will Carl be able to find Baby Duck? With a focus on...
Pete the cat and the lost tooth /
Dean, James,
Paper Book
"When the tooth fairy needs some extra help, she knows who to ask--Pete the Cat"--
Pete the Kitty goes to the doctor
Dean, Kim
Paper Book
Oh no! Pete the Kitty has a tummy ache. Good thing his dad knows just what to do. It's time to go to the doctor! Except Pete may be a teensy-weensy bit nervous about his first visit to the doctor. With the help of his dad, Pete discovers the doctor isn't scary. ...
Charlie's snow day /
Drummond, Ree
Paper Book
A Pig, a Fox, and a Box
Fenske, Jonathan
Paper Book
In the style of Mo Willems, Jonathan Fenske tells three humorous stories of two friends, Pig and Fox, and their shenanigans with a cardboard box (all of which involved Pig accidentally crushing Fox in the box). With comic art and simple language, this Level 2 reader is sure to have kids rolling...
Who Wears Glasses?
Paper Book
A safari of animals love their glasses in this hilarious early reader. "Fancy glasses for the snake. Chimp needs glasses that won't break. Swimming goggles for the shark. Tiger wears them in the park." Each of these animals has his or her own style-...
The eye book /
LeSieg, Theo.,
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * You'll be amazed at the things you can see with Dr. Seuss in this hardcover picture book all about your eyes--now in a board book format perfect for the littlest of readers! Take a look around--what do your eyes see? A bird? A bed? Flies and ants? Maybe even...
Dancing dinos at the beach
Lucas, Sally
Paper Book
The dancing dinosaurs come out of their book and have fun cavorting on the beach.
Jojo and the magic trick
O'Connor, Jane
Paper Book
Fancy Nancy's little sister, JoJo, stars in her My First I Can Read debut! From bestselling author-illustrator team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser comes JoJo, Fancy Nancy's little sister. JoJo wants to do magic. She has both her magic wand and her magic cape ready to...
I love insects /
Rockwell, Lizzy,
Paper Book
If you love bugs, you will love this book! And you'll learn why they're so important! A Level G science book that's perfect for new readers! Insects are so pretty. Look at the pretty butterflies. The girl in this story loves insects--how...
Kat's mystery gift /
Scieszka, Jon.
Paper Book
Everyone in Trucktown wants to know what is inside Kat's beautifully wrapped box. But will she ever take a peek at her mystery gift? Leveled Readers is an imprint of Spotlight, a division of ABDO.
Are you ready to play outside? /
Willems, Mo
Paper Book
Elephant's friend Piggie just can't wait to go out and play in the sunshine, but the rain clouds just don't want to cooperate. By the creator of There's a Bird on Your Head! 75,000 first printing.
A big guy took my ball! /
Willems, Mo
Paper Book
Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie.   Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald...
I really like slop!
Willems, Mo
Paper Book
Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie.   Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald...
My new friend is so fun! /
Willems, Mo.
Paper Book
Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie.   Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald...
Today I will fly!
Willems, Mo.
Paper Book
Mo Willems, award-winning, New York Times best-selling creator of The Pigeon, Knuffle Bunny, and Unlimited Squirrels, presents best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie. Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so...
Digger and Daisy go to the doctor
Young, Judy
Paper Book
Meet Digger and Daisy! They are brother and sister. These dogs like to explore their world and see new things. Sometimes they agree with each other. Sometimes they disagree. But no matter the situation, one thing always stays the same--their love and concern for each other. In playful, simple...

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