Dot the Ladybug
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2023 · Est. 2 min read-aloud

Dot the Ladybug

Written by Kallie George · Illustrated by Stephanie Fizer Coleman

Part of the Dot the Ladybug series

Dot the ladybug must solve a mystery when her friends disappear on Dot Day.

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32 pages· 161 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Dot the ladybug eagerly anticipates celebrating Dot Day with her friends, but finds them missing. As she searches Spots' house, Dot uncovers clues leading to a puzzling mystery. Will she find her friends in time for the celebration? This delightful tale, filled with simple wordplay and vibrant illustrations, invites young readers to join Dot on her playful adventure. With its engaging plot and lovable characters, this story encourages children to explore the joy of reading while solving the mystery alongside Dot. Perfect for shared reading, it promises a fun and educational experience for emergent readers.

From the publisher

Meet Dot the ladybug, a charming new My First I Can Read character, who loves dots and spots. Beginning readers will fall in love with the simple wordplay and adorable illustrations! Dot the ladybug can’t wait to celebrate her Dot Day with her friends. But when she goes to Spots’ house, she doesn’t spot anyone. Not here. Not there. Not anywhere! Dot must follow the clues to solve the mystery.Kallie George’s fun yet simple wordplay pairs perfectly with Stephanie Fizer Coleman’s vibrant illustrations in this My First I Can Read adventure for beginning readers. With simple, playful text and joyful, bright art, this My First I Can Read book is perfect for shared reading with a child. Books at this level feature basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations, ideal for sharing with emergent readers. The active, engaging stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

At a glance
Format
Pages
32
Words
161
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
~70L
Themes & topics
Books about bugs and insectsBooks about first conceptsBooks about size and shapeBooks about ladybugs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
1.1
F&P level
~C
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
523556
Publication
Published
September 12, 2023
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780063137479

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