{"product_id":"whats-that-mittens-9780060546649","title":"What's That, Mittens?","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat's That, Mittens? - Early Reader Book for Toddlers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMittens the kitten is looking for some fun, but he's all alone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Mittens hears a scratching noise behind the fence, he digs and digs until he is face to face, eye to eye, and nose to nose with the big dog who lives next door, Max. With fun read-aloud sounds, \u003cem\u003eWhat's That, Mittens?\u003c\/em\u003e is a fun introduction to reading for the youngest readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Emergent Readers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis My First I Can Read Book is designed for shared reading with toddlers and very young children. Basic language, word repetition, and whimsical illustrations make this book just right for children beginning their reading journey. The simple story structure helps build confidence in early literacy skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEngaging Story Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book includes read-aloud sounds that make story time interactive and entertaining. Young readers follow Mittens as he discovers friendship with Max, the big dog next door. The repetitive text patterns support reading development while keeping children engaged with the adventure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Creators\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLola M. Schaefer\u003c\/strong\u003e is an educator, writer, and gardener, and the author of many acclaimed books for children about math, art, science, technology, animals, and nature. She uses shovels, hoes, rakes, and scissors when she works in her garden. Lola M. Schaefer grew up in Indiana, and now lives in northern Georgia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSusan Kathleen Hartung\u003c\/strong\u003e - In addition to illustrating the books about Mittens, Susan Kathleen Hartung has provided the art for numerous picture books, including \u003cem\u003eOne Leaf Rides the Wind\u003c\/em\u003e by Celeste Davidson Mannis. She lives in Brooklyn, Michigan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: HarperCollins\u003cbr\u003e\nSeries: My First I Can Read\u003cbr\u003e\nRecommended Age: 4-8 years\u003cbr\u003e\nReading Level: Beginner\/Emergent Reader\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book combines animal characters, friendship themes, and age-appropriate text to create an ideal first reading experience for toddlers and preschoolers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680511693074,"sku":"9780060546649","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_e61b3ade-7e58-49ea-a419-ed49f3d3e625.jpg?v=1737242487","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/whats-that-mittens-9780060546649","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}