Book Series · 25 Books

I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books Books

In order from Sam and the Firefly to How to Love a Pony.

Sam and the Firefly
A Fly Went by
Stop That Ball!
Put Me in the Zoo
Robert the Rose Horse
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Sam and the Firefly
Sale price
$958
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1958

Sam and the Firefly

By P.D. Eastman

An owl and firefly's skywriting causes chaos. Can they fix it?

62 pages· 1,224 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
$9.99Save 4%
Summary: Sam the Owl and Gus the Firefly take to the skies, crafting words that light up the night. But when Gus's playful messages lead to chaos below, it's up to Sam to help his friend correct the confusion. Will they manage to set things right before it's too late? Dive into this delightful tale of friendship and responsibility, where every word counts and the night sky becomes a canvas for adventure. Perfect for young readers eager to explore the magic of words and the power of making amends.
The complete set

I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books Series

25 books · Published 1958–2023

Sam and the Firefly

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1958

An owl and firefly's skywriting causes chaos. Can they fix it?

A Fly Went by

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1958

A fly's frantic flight sparks a wild chase. Who's behind the chaos?

Stop That Ball!

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1959

A boy's wild chase for a runaway ball leads to unexpected chaos.

Put Me in the Zoo

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1960

A creature tries to convince the zookeepers to let it stay in the zoo by showcasing its unique abilities.

Robert the Rose Horse

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1962

A city horse's rose allergy leads to unexpected heroics.

Come Over to My House
Sale price
$999

Come Over to My House

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1966

Discover a world where kids are the same everywhere through rhyme and vibrant art.

The Digging-est Dog
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$958

The Digging-est Dog

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1967

A dog learns to dig and unearths unexpected chaos in town.

The Best Nest

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1968

A bird couple searches for the perfect nest to raise their new baby.

Spooky Riddles

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1983

A mischievous cat turns a dull day into chaos and fun.

I Want to Be Somebody New!
Sale price
$958

I Want to Be Somebody New!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1986

A character tries on different identities to find the one that fits best.

Shut the Door!
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$958

Shut the Door!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1993

A bear's open door invites chaos and a lesson in responsibility.

New Tricks I Can Do!

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1996

Spot must dazzle the circus or risk being let go. Can his tricks save him?

Anthony the Perfect Monster

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

A perfect boy turns into a monster, testing love and acceptance.

Mrs. Wow Never Wanted a Cow
Sale price
$958

Mrs. Wow Never Wanted a Cow

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

A cow arrives, but can she handle chores better than the lazy pets?

My Big Book of Beginner Books About Me
Sale price
$1597

My Big Book of Beginner Books About Me

Chapter Book · Ages 3–7 · 2011

Discover the wonders of the body with six fun, easy-to-read books.

Squirrels on Skis
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$958

Squirrels on Skis

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2013

Skiing squirrels disrupt a quiet town. Can a reporter uncover their secret before chaos ensues?

What Pet Should I Get?

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2015

Two children try to decide which pet to bring home.

Too Many Cupcakes!
Sale price
$1248

Too Many Cupcakes!

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2018

Can the Trolls escape a sugary disaster at Poppy's party?

Can You See Me?

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2019

A giant lizard hides in unexpected places. Can you spot it?

A Skunk in My Bunk!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2019

Discover playful rhymes that make learning to read fun and easy.

The Pink Book
Sale price
$958

The Pink Book

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2020

Explore the world through shades of pink with a girl's vivid imagination.

A Ticket for Cricket
Sale price
$958

A Ticket for Cricket

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2021

A cricket's space adventure reveals the joy of family fun.

I Can Be Anything!
Sale price
$958

I Can Be Anything!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2021

A lizard transforms into wild shapes, inspiring young readers to embrace possibilities.

Busy Street
Sale price
$958

Busy Street

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

Explore a bustling town and discover over 20 vehicles in action.

How to Love a Pony
Sale price
$958

How to Love a Pony

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2023

A girl and her pony navigate the changing seasons on a horse farm.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books series?

There are 25 books in the I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books series. It began with Sam and the Firefly in 1958, and the newest book, How to Love a Pony, was published in 2023.

What ages are the I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring I Can Read It All By Myself Beginner Books to life.

01

P.D. Eastman

Author & Illustrator
02

Robert Lopshire

Author & Illustrator
03

Mike McClintock

Author
04

Joan Heilbroner

Author
05

Dr. Seuss

Author
06

Al Perkins

Author
07

Marc Brown

Author
08

Martha Freeman

Author
09

Various

Author
10

J. Hamilton Ray

Author
11

David Lewman

Author
12

Bob Staake

Author
13

Christopher Cerf

Author
14

Diane Muldrow

Author
15

Molly Coxe

Author
16

Edward Miller

Author
17

Michelle Meadows

Author
18

Fritz Siebel

Illustrator
19

Katie Kath

Illustrator
20

Eric Gurney

Illustrator
21

Maria Karipidou

Illustrator
22

Grace Mills

Illustrator
23

Fabio Laguna

Illustrator
24

Nicola Slater

Illustrator
25

Sawyer Cloud

Illustrator

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