Dr. Seuss’s Hats off to Reading (2/27-3/6)

By Caroline O'Connor | January 22 2021 | Children'sGeneralAllBlog

Please join us February 27th through March 6th as we celebrate the nation’s biggest annual reading celebration to honor Dr. Seuss’s birthday! Dr. Seuss books have inspired generations of kids to love reading, and prove that learning to read can be fun AND funny. Whether it’s the tale of The Cat in the Hat, whose unexpected arrival turns a dull day into an adventure, or someone named Sam, who simply must get his friend to try green eggs and ham—these stories inspire creativity, curiosity, and thoughtfulness. Dr. Seuss Beginner Books here!

 

 

 

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The Cat in the Hat
978-0-394-80001-1
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original publication of The Cat in the Hat, we're making available a special 2-color foil-covered edition at the "regular edition" price of $8.99.(Note: We plan to do a similar, limited-time only, foil-covered special edition of How The Grinch Stole Christmas! in September 2007.)
$9.99 US
Mar 12, 1957
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
72 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

Fox in Socks
978-0-394-80038-7
Fox in Socks celebrates 50 years of troubling tongues!
$9.99 US
Jan 12, 1965
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
72 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

Horton Hears a Who: Read Together Edition
978-0-593-30341-2
Make family reading a regular and cherished activity with Horton Hears a Who and READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER, a nationwide movement developed by Penguin Random House in partnership with Parents magazine.Choose kindness with Horton the elephant and the Whos of Who-ville in this classic Dr. Seuss picture book about caring for others!A person's a person, no matter how small.Everyone's favorite elephant stars in this heartwarming and timeless story for readers of all ages. In the colorful Jungle of Nool, Horton discovers something that at first seems impossible: a tiny speck of dust contains an entire miniature world--Who-ville--complete with houses and grocery stores and even a mayor! But when no one will stand up for the Whos of Who-ville, Horton uses his elephant-sized heart to save the day. This tale of compassion and determination proves that any person, big or small, can choose to speak out for what is right.This story showcases the very best of Dr. Seuss, from the moving message to the charming rhymes and imaginative illustrations. No bookshelf is complete without Horton and the Whos!Do you see what I mean? . . . They've proved they ARE persons, no matter how small. And their whole world was saved by the Smallest of All!  Picture books in the READ TOGETHER, BE TOGETHER program are available at a low price for a limited time so that families everywhere can make the most of storytime. Other titles include:   • Llama Llama Misses Mama (Anna Dewdney)    • Richard Scarry’s Cars and Trucks and Things That Go (Richard Scarry)    • The Little Engine That Could (Watty Piper)    • The Very Busy Spider (Eric Carle)    • We're All Wonders (R. J. Palacio)
$9.99 US
Jun 30, 2020
8 x 10-7/8
Hardcover
72 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 5-9 years

I Can Read With My Eyes Shut
978-0-394-83912-7
Read up a storm with Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat–plus his friend Young Cat! The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. The Cat in the Hat can read in purple and in brown, in a circle and even upside down! Can he teach Young Cat to do the same? A perfect stepping stone for emerging readers to show off their skills, this book will show kids all the wonderful ways and wonderful things you can read. Beginner Books are fun, funny, and easy to read! Launched by Dr. Seuss in 1957 with the publication of The Cat in the Hat, this beloved early reader series motivates children to read on their own by using simple words with illustrations that give clues to their meaning. Featuring a combination of kid appeal, supportive vocabulary, and bright, cheerful art, Beginner Books will encourage a love of reading in children ages 3–7.
$9.99 US
Oct 12, 1978
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
48 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

Green Eggs and Ham
978-0-394-80016-5
This Dr. Seuss classic starring Sam-I-Am will have readers of all ages craving Green Eggs and Ham! The peel-off 60th Anniversary Sticker on the front cover makes it a perfect gift!
$9.99 US
Aug 12, 1960
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
72 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

Go, Dog. Go!
978-0-394-80020-2
A 60th Anniversary Edition of P.D. Eastman's canine classic--perfect for fans of the Netlix Original Go, Dog. Go! animated preschool series!
$9.99 US
Mar 12, 1961
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
72 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years

Are You My Mother?
978-0-394-80018-9
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the original publication of Are You My Mother?, we're releasing a special edition with a full-foil cover at the regular edition price of $8.99. (Previous Party Edtions include The Cat in the Hat, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, Horton Hears a Who, Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories, and Happy Birthday to You!)
$9.99 US
Jun 12, 1960
6-1/2 x 9
Hardcover
72 Pages
Random House Books for Young Readers
Age 3-7 years