When Sheep Cannot Sleep: The Counting Book by Satoshi Kitamura is a lovely children's book that follows Woolley. When Woolley finds himself unable to sleep, he encounters various items at each turn. It is the reader’s responsibility to uncover and count those items situated in the illustrations. Published in 1986 by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, this concept book would be wonderful for k-2 graders.



 
10 Little Hermit Crabs by Lee Fox, illustrations by Shane McG. Published by Allen and Unwin, 2009. The cartoonish style illustrations enhance the overall appearance of this basic counting book about a group of hermit crabs that are each eliminated in some way at the end. Perfect for pre-school and kindergarten students. 




 
Just A Minute: A Trickster Tale and Counting Book by Yuyi Morales. Chronicle Books, 2003. Based on traditional folklore, Senor Galavea (a skeleton) arrives to take Grandma Beetle to a new adventure to the afterlife but Grandma continues to delay her trip by finding more household activities to complete in the house. This book provides number translations in Spanish. Most appropriate for 1-2 graders.



 
A Little Alphabet by Trina Schart Hyman. Harper Collins, 1993. Each page of the book is devoted to illustrations of a girl and a boy engaging in activities to each letter of the alphabet. Great illustrations that can be used to help young emerging readings become familiarized with the alphabet. Great for kindergarteners.

 
Illustrations by Gennady Spirin. Philomel, 2005. Based on a traditional nursery rhyme, each letter is referenced in documenting the excitement a group of Victorian children have on their quest to enjoy a famous apple pie. A great read aloud for children in grades 1-3. Beautiful and alluring illustrations.


 
Alphabet from Z to A (with much confusion on the way). Judith Viorst. Aladdin Paperbacks, 1997. Starting with the letter Z and working its way back to the beginning of the alphabet, the book addresses the irregularities of the English language. Would definitely recommend this read to children in 1-3 graders.


 
The Schoolchildren's Blizzard by Marty Rhoades Figley. Carolrhoda Books, 2004. In this easy reader, sisters Annie and Sarah survive a historic 1888 blizzard on the prairies of Nebraska due to the heroic efforts of their teacher Minnie Freeman. This book can be used for read aloud purposes for 2-3 graders.


 
Dixie by Grace Gilman. HarperCollins Publishers, 2011. Dixie is Emma's dog and they are very close until Emma lands the lead in the school play. When trying to focus on her lines, Emma does not provide Dixie with the attention he needs causing the dog to act out. A very animated plot for 2-3 graders. 



Benny and Penny and the Big No No by Geoffrey Hayes. Raw Junior, 2009. Winner of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. Two siblings Benny and Penny are curious about their new neighbor across the fence. After getting off on the wrong foot, the three become friends and learn not to jump to conclusions too quickly. This great graphic novel contains colorful illustrations for young readers in 1-3 grades.





Tales For Very Picky Eaters by Josh Schneider. Houghton Miffin Harcourt, 2011. This book is the 2012 winner of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award. James is a young boy who is very particular about the food he eats. Hi father provided him with outlandish stories as to why he should eat broccoli, lasagna, eggs and drink milk. The illustrations help to enhance the quality of the story. Would make a great read aloud for 2-4 graders.