- Large type, moderate spacing between words and lines of type- Text layout variation- Photos assist reader with comprehension through content recognition and reflect multicultural diversity- Moderately easy-to-read decodable text- Lively photographs and illustrations match engaging text- Innovative mix of nonfiction and fiction in each book- Some challenging vocabulary- Variety of punctuation- Demonstration of compound word construction- Introduces multisyllabic words, adjectives, and inflectional endings- Strengthens reading, spelling, and comprehension skills- Designed to use for guided, shared, and independent reading- Full-color Photographs- Compound Word List- Glossary