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:

• Mystery of the Missing Peas
• Mittens Is Missing
• Mystery of the Kid Next Door
• NEW! Mystery of the Silver Ring

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.

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:

• Maria’s Many Colors
• Maria’s Many Cookies
• Maria’s Many Cousins
• Maria’s Many Kittens

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.

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—Book 1
• A Dog Named Sniff—Book 2
• A Dog Named Sniff—Book 3
• Stay tuned for more books in the A Dog Named Sniff series!

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.

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:

• Ted and Tom and the Tall, Tall Peak
• Ted and Tom Go Back in Time
• Ted and Tom Speed Off
• Ted and Tom Fly Away

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.

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:

• Lantern Lane—Book 1
• Lantern Lane—Book 2
• NEW! Lantern Lane—Book 3
• Stay tuned for Lantern Lane—Book 4 coming soon!

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.

Level 1B

By Shannen Yauger

Join in the exciting adventures of the children who live around Pine Cone Hill! The tall trees and the woods around their homes give the children many fun and pleasant days to play and explore together.

Through stories that will capture your children’s imaginations, the Pine Cone Hill Series teaches lessons about compassion, responsibility, friendship, and more. Beginning readers can improve their fluency and comprehension while reading the delightful stories in the Pine Cone Hill Series.

The Pine Cone Hill Series currently includes the following books:

• Pine Cone Hill—Book 1
• Pine Cone Hill—Book 2
• Pine Cone Hill—Book 3 is anticipated to release in 2025!

The Pine Cone Hill Series are level 1B books, perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. It is recommended that they be read in order.

For Littles

The Good and the Beautiful Board Books introduce your littles to God’s beautiful creation. With interactive, rhyming text and captivating artwork, the board books are perfect read alouds for toddlers. 

The thick board pages are ideal for little hands to turn. Designed for 2–5 year olds.

Inspire and delight your child with the Birds, Insects, and Mammals Board Books! Discover fascinating creatures busy in their natural habitats as your toddlers explore the sights of nature.

Show your little one amazing places in God’s incredible world with the Forest, Ocean, and Pond Board Books! Take your child on a visual journey through lively habitats to see the wonderful places where plants and animals live.

Level 2A

Seth and Beth are the best of friends. They love to spend time together going on adventures in the woods. However, trouble seems to follow them everywhere they go. Become a part of their tales of fun and mishap as they find out that as long as they have each other and God, they can get through anything.

• 91 Pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Seth and Beth is a level 2A book perfect for children who have just completed The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course.

Level 3B

by Amy Drorbaugh

The Crooked Creek Ranch series follows the adventures of the Smith family on their working cattle ranch in Southern California in the early 1900s. Come along with Sara, Levi, and Tommy as they experience fun and sometimes challenging situations, working together and learning lessons of the importance of family and hard work. Based on stories of the author’s mother and grandparents, the Crooked Creek Ranch books are endearing and uplifting stories that will delight your level 3 readers.

• 2 books in the series
• Black and white illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

The Crooked Creek Ranch series includes Crooked Creek Ranch and Crooked Creek Ranch and the Great Flood. These level 3B original publications are perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 3 Language Arts Course, and it is recommended they be read in order.

Level 3B

by Jenny Phillips

The Todd family has inherited a large farm that holds many secrets and surprises for cousins Timothy and Zoey. Follow along as they explore the mysteries of the farm in the six books of the Badger Hills Farm series written by Jenny Phillips. Messages about the importance of faith, family, and friends in these action-packed books will encourage the hearts and minds of your young readers.

Students were first introduced to Timothy and Zoey in Timothy of the 10th Floor, part of the Level 3 Phonics Read-Together Book Set. Although it is not necessary to have read Timothy of the 10th Floor first, students can now continue the cousins’ adventures in the Badger Hills Farm series, beginning with the first book, The Secret Door, a 2024 Book Excellence Awards Winner!

The complete Badger Hills Farm series includes the following books:

• The Secret Door AWARD WINNER!
• The Hidden Room
• Message on the Stamps
• Oak Tree Mystery
• Clue in the Chimney
• The Hills of Hirzel

The Badger Hills Farm books are level 3B books perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 3 Language Arts Course. It is recommended they be read in order.

Level 2B

Immerse your blossoming reader in captivating stories while they learn simple, powerful lessons about friendship, kindness, hard work, bravery, and much more! With whimsical illustrations and uplifting messages, the Silver Tales series is a collection of tales your children will treasure!

The complete Silver Tales series includes the following six books:

• Atlas and His Amazing Adventure by Mandi Coombs
• Glenn and His Goat Find Grandpa’s Gold by Sue Stuever Battel
• Gwennie and the Great Green Forest by Shannen Yauger
• Hugo the Hero by Amy Drorbaugh
• Peter the Persnickety by Breckyn Wood
• Princess Penny Saves the Day by Heidi Jenkins

The Silver Tales series are hardcover original publications with ribbon bookmarks. These level 2B books are perfect for students who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

Level 1B

by Jenny Phillips

Immerse your young readers in captivating stories while they learn simple, powerful lessons about kindness, hard work, bravery, and much more! With whimsical illustrations and uplifting messages, the Gold Tales series are books your children will want to read over and over again!

• 4 books in the complete series—all available now!
• Hardcover with ribbon bookmark, perfect binding, 5.5″x7″

The Gold Tales Series includes A Crown for Kate, Blake the Brave, Jack and the Lost Maze, and Jane and the King. These level 1B original publications are perfect for students who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course. They can be read in any order.

Level 1B

Jeff loves pets! He does everything and goes everywhere with his pet hamster, Thunder. Thunder teaches Jeff about responsibility and caring for a pet. Jeff also learns a lot when Thunder causes a bit of trouble at home.

• 48 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Rolling Thunder—A Hamster’s Tale is a level 1B book perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course.

Level 1B

Jax loves to run, and he runs everywhere! He zip, zap, zooms at home, at the dock, even at the zoo. But his running gets him into lots of trouble until he learns that there’s a time and a place to . . . ZIP, ZAP, ZOOM!

• 62 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Zip, Zap, Zoom! is a level 1B book perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course.

Level 2B

What is life like in the Arctic? Come along with Ollie the ox and his herd of musk oxen to learn all about it! Then keep reading to explore the worlds of Sally the sloth and Adam the anteater. The fun facts and playful imagery in each tale will keep you smiling from beginning to end.

• 76 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Ollie the Ox and Other Animal Tales is a level 2B book perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 2 Language Arts Course.

Level 1B

Monkeys are coming; the monkeys won’t stop! They come through the door with a twirl and a hop. Monkeys are here, monkeys are there, on top of the lights and under the chair. Monkeys won’t listen; monkeys are wild! What can I do? I’m only one child!

• 57 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Monkey Mayhem is a level 1B book perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course.

Level 1B

What would you do if you were stuck inside on a rainy day? If you were Brent, you would make a robot pal! Join Brent and Bot as they learn how to play, take turns, and have fun.

• 61 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

Brent’s Bot is a level 1B book perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course.

Level 1B

Uh-oh! Dad lost the key to the shed! He can’t do his work without his tools. Scott and Jon want to help him find the key, but they find much more than that when they search the marshes and creeks at Peck’s Cove.

• 43 pages
• Full-color illustrations
• Paperback, perfect binding, 5.5″x8.5″

The Lost Key at Peck’s Cove is a level 1B book perfect for children who are about halfway through The Good and the Beautiful Level 1 Language Arts Course.

This optional activity book for grades K–3 allows for younger students to join in and learn along with their older siblings with the US Constitution and Government Course. The 38-page Activity Book is not integrated into the course, nor does it follow the scope and sequence of the course. It simply has fun activities about colonial times and Founding Fathers for younger children to enjoy.

• Saddle-stitch binding

This one-of-a-kind original game offers great math fact practice for children in grades K and higher. Two games offered in both single-player or two-player options help children practice facts independently or with a parent or partner. Addition facts 1–9 are practiced along with odd and even.

This game is recommended to complement the Simply Good and Beautiful Math K Course along with Snowy Owl Subtraction. These games can also be used for children in Math 1 and above for additional practice and mastery.

Full-color sturdy 5″X3.5″ box includes:

• Instructions for both single-player and two-player games
• 75 cards including addition facts, answers, and odd/even cards

This one-of-a-kind original game offers great math fact practice for children in grades K and higher. Two games offered in both single-player or two-player options help children practice facts independently or with a parent or partner. Subtraction facts 1–9 are practiced along with one more and one less.

This game is recommended to complement the Simply Good and Beautiful Math K Course along with Anteater Addition. These games can also be used for children in Math 1 and above for additional practice and mastery.

Full-color sturdy 5″x3.5″ box includes:

• Instructions for both single-player and two-player games
• 55 cards including subtraction facts, answers, and playing cards including owls and eggs