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Level 2A

The books in the Facts About Series are delightful introductions to animals and nature featuring engaging full-color photographs. Young readers will learn about the behaviors, diets, and habitats of various animals all by themselves! These informative books give your second-grade readers a deep dive into the magnificent diversity of God’s amazing creations!

The Facts About Series currently includes the following 5 books:


The Facts About Series are level 2A original publications perfect for children who have just completed The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

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Facts About Series

$34.95
Level 1B

By Tessa Greene

Join siblings Billy and Ella as they solve mysteries around their neighborhood! Follow along as they work together to look for clues and crack cases, all while making new friends. The Billy and Ella Mysteries teach important lessons about teamwork, kindness, helping neighbors, and problem solving. These fun and delightful books are perfect for beginning readers. 

The Billy and Ella Mysteries include the following books:


The Billy and Ella Mysteries are level 1B original publications with full-color illustrations meant for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. The books in this series can be read in any order.

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Billy and Ella Mysteries

$27.96
Level 1B

Billy and Ella work hard to grow plants in their garden. When their favorite vegetables start disappearing, they are determined to find the garden thief. Who could be stealing their peas? It’s up to them to find the clues and crack the case!


Mystery of the Missing Peas is part of the Billy and Ella Mysteries series. Showing the importance of friendship, teamwork, and making new friends, these level 1B books are original publications meant for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. The books in this series can be read in any order.

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Mystery of the Missing Peas by Tessa Greene

$6.99
Level 1B

Billy and Ella love their adorable cat, Mittens, very much. When Mittens disappears one day, the two children gather their friends to look for clues that could lead to their beloved cat. Their mystery-solving skills lead them to an unexpected surprise that Billy and Ella will never forget!


Mittens Is Missing is part of the Billy and Ella Mysteries series. Showing the importance of friendship, teamwork, and making new friends, these level 1B books are original publications meant for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. The books in this series can be read in any order.

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Mittens Is Missing by Tessa Greene

$6.99
Level 1B

Billy and Ella love to meet new friends almost as much as they love solving mysteries. However, for their new neighbor, Hank, making friends can be hard and scary. Together with their friend Jade, Ella and Billy set out to solve the mystery of how to help Hank feel welcome in his new neighborhood.


Mystery of the Kid Next Door is part of the Billy and Ella Mysteries series. Showing the importance of friendship, teamwork, and making new friends, these level 1B books are original publications meant for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. The books in this series can be read in any order.

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Mystery of the Kid Next Door by Tessa Greene

$6.99
Level 1B

Billy and Ella team up for a brand-new mystery. Jade has lost her silver ring! Join the three friends as they work together and use their critical-thinking skills to solve this case.


Mystery of the Silver Ring is part of the Billy and Ella Mysteries series. Showing the importance of friendship, teamwork, and making new friends, these level 1B books are original publications meant for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. The books in this series can be read in any order.

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Mystery of the Silver Ring by Tessa Greene

$6.99
Level 2B

by Breckyn Wood

Maria lives in a little brown town but loves the beautiful colors of the flowers, animals, and the world around her! Join Maria in the delightful stories included in The Maria Series as she spreads joy and kindness to those around her and learns lessons of friendship, forgiveness, and generosity.

The complete series of 4 books are available now and includes the following:


These charming level 2B chapter books with full-color illustrations are original publications, perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course. The books in The Maria Series can be read in any order.

The Maria Series

$27.96
Level 2B

Maria’s world is brown, brown, brown! That is, except for her beautiful Sunday dress, and the wonderfully-colored stained glass windows at the church. When a storm causes a tree to fall and shatter the precious windows, Maria wants to do something to help earn enough money to replace them. Her ideas, her hard work, and her generosity bring beautiful colors and joy to the entire community.


Maria’s Many Colors is part of The Maria Series. These level 2B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

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Maria’s Many Colors by Breckyn Wood

$6.99
Level 2B

Maria’s story begins and ends with cookies—birthday cookies! For her birthday Maria gets a purse, not the dress she wanted! She quickly decides to earn money to buy one. While at the market, she meets Carlos, a hungry boy with no family. Will Maria help Carlos, or will she save her coins for herself? One day three items go missing from the market. Were they stolen? Follow Maria as she finds ways to give and forgive.


Maria’s Many Cookies is part of The Maria Series. These level 2B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

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Maria’s Many Cookies by Breckyn Wood

$6.99
Level 2B

Maria has been invited to visit her uncle Bruno and aunt Ana! She is particularly excited to see her cousin Carmen again, but when Maria arrives, Carmen does not seem very happy to see her. If there’s anything Maria knows how to do, though, it’s how to help people and be kind! Maria and her cousins set out to help Carmen overcome her mysterious sadness and learn about the nature of friendship along the way.


Maria’s Many Cousins is part of The Maria Series. These level 2B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

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Maria’s Many Cousins by Breckyn Wood

$6.99
Level 2B

Fire! Fire! When a lantern falls and breaks, an unexpected disaster strikes. Join Maria, her inspiring school teacher, and a pile of kittens as Maria learns new lessons and gets a few surprises along the way.


Maria’s Many Kittens is part of The Maria Series. These level 2B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

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Maria’s Many Kittens by Breckyn Wood

$6.99
Level 1A

When a cute and curious dog named Sniff becomes a part of a little girl’s family, the fun begins! While playing and exploring, the little girl and Sniff become fast friends. The books in A Dog Named Sniff series are adorably illustrated books for beginning readers that teach lessons about loyalty, responsibility, and family. 

A Dog Named Sniff series currently includes the following 3 books:


A Dog Named Sniff books are level 1A original publications with full-color illustrations meant for children who have just completed The Good and the Beautiful Kindergarten Language Arts Course. It is recommended that they be read in order.

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A Dog Named Sniff Series

$20.97
Level 1A

On a beautiful spring day, Gran shows up with a big surprise—a box of adorable puppies! The girl knows just which puppy she wants, but there’s just one problem—she doesn’t know what to name her new pup! It doesn’t look like a Sally or Bess or seem like a Dash or Scout. Come along on this delightful tale as the young girl takes her new pup on adventures and finally decides on the perfect name.


A Dog Named Sniff—Book 1 is part of A Dog Named Sniff series. These level 1A books are original publications perfect for children who have completed kindergarten. It is recommended that they be read in order.

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A Dog Named Sniff—Book 1 by Jenny Phillips

$6.99
Level 1A

Sniff is a very lovable and curious dog. When the family decides to bring her along on their camping adventure, she lets her curiosity run a bit too wild and gets into trouble. Join Sniff as she discovers how helpful family can be in times of need.


A Dog Named Sniff—Book 2 is part of A Dog Named Sniff series. These level 1A books are original publications perfect for children who have completed kindergarten. It is recommended that they be read in order.

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A Dog Named Sniff—Book 2 by Jenny Phillips

$6.99
Level 1A

Surprise! Sniff is having puppies! The little girl is so excited about the new arrivals but feels sad when it is time to find homes for the sweet pups. One by one, the puppies are chosen and carried away—all except one. Come along with the girl and her best pal, Sniff, as they search for a home for the littlest puppy.


A Dog Named Sniff—Book 3 is part of A Dog Named Sniff series. These paperback level 1A books are original publications perfect for children who have completed kindergarten. It is recommended that they be read in order.  

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A Dog Named Sniff—Book 3 by Jenny Phillips

$6.99
Level 1B

When brothers Ted and Tom don’t have anything to do, they make up their own adventures! Their vibrant imaginations and creativity take the boys on exciting journeys, whether it’s sailing on the high seas, flying high in a kite, or traveling back in time. No matter where they go, Ted and Tom are always glad to get back to the love and safety of their home and parents. These delightful books will have your young readers imagining fantastic adventures of their own!

The complete Ted and Tom Adventures include the following books:


Each book in the Ted and Tom Adventures series includes full-color illustrations and two complete stories. These level 1B books are original publications perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They may be read in any order.

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Ted and Tom Adventures

$27.96
Level 1B

With the help of some cardboard boxes and other supplies, brothers Ted and Tom embark on wonderful adventures, racing down frozen hills and fighting for survival on a roaring sea. Join the brothers in these two delightful tales to be reminded that a little imagination goes a long way.


Ted and Tom Go Back in Time is part of the Ted and Tom Adventures series. These level 1B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They may be read in any order.

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Ted and Tom and the Tall, Tall Peak by Jenny Phillips

$6.99
Level 1B

With the help of some cardboard boxes and other supplies, brothers Ted and Tom travel through time, exploring an ancient land of dinosaurs and seeking a brave knight’s castle. Join the brothers in these two delightful adventures to be reminded that a little imagination goes a long way.


Ted and Tom Go Back in Time is part of the Ted and Tom Adventures series. These level 1B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They may be read in any order.

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Ted and Tom Go Back in Time by Shannen Yauger

$6.99
Level 1B

Using some cardboard boxes and lots of creativity, brothers Ted and Tom zoom around a racetrack in their yellow race car and then save the day on the rails in their bright green train engine. Join the boys in two new adventures as they show that a little imagination goes a long way.


Ted and Tom Speed Off is part of the Ted and Tom Adventures series. These level 1B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They may be read in any order.

Ted and Tom Speed Off by Shannen Yauger

$6.99
Level 1B

All it takes is a few supplies and a little imagination, and Ted and Tom are off to new heights and faraway adventures. Join these clever brothers as they dream up their next journeys, soaring in a plane over mountains and rivers, and swooping in their kite along with the birds.


Ted and Tom Fly Away is part of the Ted and Tom Adventures series. These level 1B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They may be read in any order.

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Ted and Tom Fly Away by Shannen Yauger

$6.99
Level 7

by Tessa Greene

Letty has always been content with her life on Lantern Lane until her father mysteriously disappears. She is mistaken for the princess’s runaway lady-in-waiting and whisked to the castle, where she discovers that all is not well in Trielle. It is up to Letty and her companions to discover the truth and restore the kingdom to its former glory.

As puzzling things continue to happen around the castle, Letty is caught up in all the action. Demonstrating courage and integrity, Letty and her new friends work hard to unravel the deepening mysteries of the castle of Trielle.

Middle-grade students will find inspiring examples of high character, courage, integrity, and sacrifice through the exciting books in the Lantern Lane series.

The Lantern Lane series currently includes the following books:


The books in the Lantern Lane series are level 7 original publications, perfect for children reading at an upper elementary or middle school level. It is recommended that they be read in order.

Please note: Slightly more complex writing is found in the later books in the Lantern Lane series. This series has been releveled to level 7, but your book may have level 6 printed on the spine.

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Lantern Lane Series

$22.47
Level 7

Those who dared to journey to the kingdom of Trielle through the ominous, dark forest were usually never seen again. Thus, Lantern Lane was created and lined with beckoning lanterns set aglow to guide travelers each night. Fourteen-year-old Letty is perfectly content with her life on Lantern Lane until she faces her father’s mysterious disappearance and then is mistaken for the princess’s runaway lady-in-waiting. Whisked to the castle, Letty finds herself in a whole new world as she learns about life in the castle and faces unexpected challenges. Featuring beautiful writing, a hallmark of The Good and the Beautiful literature, Book 1 of the Lantern Lane series is sure to uplift, entertain, and inspire.


Lantern Lane—Book 1 is the first book in the Lantern Lane series. These level 7 original publications are perfect for children reading at an upper elementary or middle school level. It is recommended they be read in order.

Please note: Slightly more complex writing is found in the later books in the Lantern Lane series. This series has been releveled to level 7, but your book may have level 6 printed on the spine.

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Lantern Lane—Book 1 by Tessa Greene

$7.49
Level 7

“She took another deep breath, grabbed the handle firmly again, and pulled upward with all her might. Slowly, the door started to creak open, inch by inch, until the opening was wide enough for Letty to slip inside. The door closed solidly above her head. This was it; she was in. No turning back now.”

The castle is bustling as it prepares for the arrival of the prince of Pelorias. As Letty is caught up in all the action, puzzling things continue to happen around the castle. Demonstrating courage and integrity, Letty works hard to support Princess Maisy while also trying to unravel the deepening mysteries.


Lantern Lane—Book 2 is the second book in the Lantern Lane series. These level 7 original publications are perfect for children reading at an upper elementary or middle school level. It is recommended they be read in order.

Please note: Slightly more complex writing is found in the later books in the Lantern Lane series. This series has been releveled to level 7, but your book may have level 6 printed on the spine.

Original Publication Only Available from The Good and the Beautiful

Lantern Lane—Book 2 by Tessa Greene

$7.49