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Daniel Plays at School

Ready-to-Read Pre-Level 1

Adapted by Daphne Pendergrass / Illustrated by Jason Fruchter

About The Book

A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood!

Daniel Tiger and Miss Elaina must learn to compromise in this Pre-level 1 Ready-to-Read story based on a popular episode of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood!


Daniel and Miss Elaina are playing together at school. Daniel wants to build a train. Miss Elaina wants to build a spaceship. How can they solve the problem? Teacher Harriet gently encourages, “try to fix the problem yourself and you’ll feel proud.”

This relatable story includes tips at the end for how parents and caregivers can help their little ones learn how to build confidence and solve problems on their own!

© 2016 The Fred Rogers Company

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Product Details

  • Publisher: Simon Spotlight (July 5, 2016)
  • Length: 32 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781481461030
  • Grades: P - K
  • Ages: 3 - 5
  • Lexile ® 400L The Lexile reading levels have been certified by the Lexile developer, MetaMetrics®

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