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The Treehouse is full of toys, books, and all sorts of fun and games! Among the most priceless, though, is books. Let's be honest, books and reading is the cornerstone of everything we do!
So, sit back and relax with your little one, while C.J. reads to them, along with the two little guys, Chief and Sarge! When you're done, head over to their webpage to find out more about The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, along with their children's book series: https://cjpetersonwrites.com/chief-and-sarge
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Cruising (The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, Book 1)
Cruising (The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, Book 1)
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Cruising (The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, Book 1)
Cruising (The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, Book 1)
Cruising (The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, Book 1)
Sail away on an adventure with the Serenity Acres Crew! Chief and Sarge are going on their first cruise! There will be tons of new people to meet, waterslides, new ports to explore, ice cream machine, movies, shows...and so much more!
Sit back and relax while you enjoy their real-life stories turned into a children's book series:
The Adventures of Chief and Sarge:
"Every day is an adventure with these two!" For more adventures, head over to:
https://cjpetersonwrites.com/chief-and-sarge
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge find out what it's like on a cruise:
The Cat in the Hat Comes Back!
Cruising (The Adventures of Chief and Sarge, Book 1)
The Cat in the Hat Comes Back!
That dreaded Cat in the Hat comes back! Dick and Sally are trying to get the snow shoveled, but The Cat in the Hat has a better idea. Once chaos ensues, The Cat in the Hat has a solution...but, will it actually help, or cause a bigger mess?
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge to find out:
Curious George at the Aquarium
The Kitty With The Itty Bitty Tail
The Cat in the Hat Comes Back!
Curious George and the Man with the Yellow Hat take a day to go to the aquarium. While The Man with the Yellow Hat checks on some things, Curious George goes exploring. And, you know Curious George! Of course, where he is, trouble is not far behind! What happens when he runs into the penguins?
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge to find out:
Oh Say Can You Say?
The Kitty With The Itty Bitty Tail
The Kitty With The Itty Bitty Tail
For those who have read this fun book, you are more than familiar with the tongue twisters laced throughout this story, so have a little grace for C.J. as she reads "Oh Say Can You Say?" to your little ones and hers!
Click the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge for this fun adventure in reading:
The Kitty With The Itty Bitty Tail
The Kitty With The Itty Bitty Tail
The Kitty With The Itty Bitty Tail
Little Ethel has an issue. She's an adorably kitty, but she only has an itty bitty tail. She gets teased at school because of this. Dreaming of a day where she has a glorious tail, and is popular, she still has to face each day at school with the reality of being teased.
Then, one day, there's a new kitty in school. See how this kitty helps Ethel!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J,, Chief, and Sarge as they find out how this new kitty helps Ethel:
For more books by Sandra Biersdorfer:
https://www.amazon.com/Sandra-Biersdorfer/e/B06XFCMK9M?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1585408499&sr=8-1
Shh, Listen: On A Safari
Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery
Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery
The Grant family takes a super fun vacation to Africa for a safari! Following along, and see some real life photos along the way! Learn about the animals and those who live there.
There are also fun facts on the back of the book about Africa!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they learn more about Africa and its inhabitants:
For more books by Valerie Sweeten:
Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery
Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery
Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery
Curious George is at it again! The curious little guy, and the Man in the Yellow Hat take off for a unique adventure! They head out to a dinosaur dig!
Do you have a favorite dinosaur? Have you ever been to a museum to see any actual dinosaur bones? See how they are uncovered!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge, and find out what exciting things happen during this dig:
The Monster At The End Of This Book
Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery
Curious George Goes To The Chocolate Factory
Lovable furry old Grover is afraid of the Monster at the end of this book! He does his best to ensure the readers do not get to the end of the book!!
Read along with the gang as they find out what happens at the end of the book to lovable, furry, old Grover!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge to find out what happens when they get to the end of the book:
Curious George Goes To The Chocolate Factory
Curious George Goes To The Chocolate Factory
Curious George Goes To The Chocolate Factory
The naughty little monkey is at it again! The Man in the Yellow Hat takes George to a chocolate factory.
Do you have a favorite chocolate? Sarge agrees with Curious George on his favorite!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge to find out what kind of trouble Curious George finds himself into in the chocolate factory:
Please Remember The First Of Octember
Curious George Goes To The Chocolate Factory
Please Remember The First Of Octember
The first of Octember? Who ever heard of that?? Well, this is a day that I want to find out about! You may too! Curl up with the little one in your life to find out more about the First of Octember!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J, Chief, and Sarge to find out what the First of Octember is:
Papa's Pumpkin - Sandra Beirsdorfer
Curious George Goes To The Chocolate Factory
Please Remember The First Of Octember
Little Kylee Rain lived with her family, including her Nana and Papa. They live on a farm, which includes a pumpkin patch that Kylee gets to help plant each year.
Kylee shares how she passes the time with her Papa as they wait until the perfect time to pick the pumpkins!
Click on the YouTube link below to read this adorable book with C.J., Chief, and Sarge:
For more books by Sandra Biersdorfer:
https://www.amazon.com/Sandra-Biersdorfer/e/B06XFCMK9M?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1585408499&sr=8-1
Curious George Makes Pancakes
Peanut Butter & Jam: Bootsy Gets A Sister
Curious George Makes Pancakes
George and the Man in the Yellow Hat go to the pancake festival that benefits the children's hospital. Find out what happens when George decides to help with the festival!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they find out what trouble Curious George finds himself in this time:
There's A Wocket In My Pocket
Peanut Butter & Jam: Bootsy Gets A Sister
Curious George Makes Pancakes
This cute short story is a tongue twister for sure, but C.J. manages to make it through with grace! LOL!
Click the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they enjoy this adorable story:
Peanut Butter & Jam: Bootsy Gets A Sister
Peanut Butter & Jam: Bootsy Gets A Sister
Peanut Butter & Jam: Bootsy Gets A Sister
Bootsy has been enjoying his life with Kay. He has a set schedule, and likes it just the way it is! Then, one day, there's a new "it" in the house. See how this shift in the household enriches Bootsy's life!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they find out what happens when a new surprise changes Bootsy's life:
Peanut Butter & Jam Books:
https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Peanut+Butter+and+Jam+books&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
Shh, Listen: The Rainforest
Magic Cats: A Ramses and Tut Adventure
Peanut Butter & Jam: Bootsy Gets A Sister
The Grant family has been given an opportunity to go to Ecuador! Learn about the animals they find, and the people they run across in the rainforest!
With real life photos mixed with adorable illustrations, you and your child will learn a lot, while enjoying a good read!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they venture into the rainforest with the Grant family:
To find more books by Valerie Sweeten: https://valeriesweeten.com/
Curious George Visits A Toy Store
Magic Cats: A Ramses and Tut Adventure
Magic Cats: A Ramses and Tut Adventure
The little guys is at it again! Curious George and the Man in the Yellow Hat are going to a toy store opening. Talk about a place where George can get into trouble!!
Watch to find out if he is a help or a hinderance.
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they read about Curious George's latest adventure:
Magic Cats: A Ramses and Tut Adventure
Magic Cats: A Ramses and Tut Adventure
Magic Cats: A Ramses and Tut Adventure
Meet the family of Ramses and Tut - two rather interesting cats, who love adventure! Mom and Pops do their best to look after the little cats, but they still seem to find mischief to get into!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they find out what kind of mischief these magic cats get into:
To find out more about author LM Mann:
To connect with illustrator Ollie Oliver:
The Popcorn Tree
A Fish Out Of Water
The Popcorn Tree
Little Claire woke up to find herself home alone! Her family forgot her when they went to Nan and Papa's house! Through her day, she discovered a wonderful tree, and met a new friend!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they go through the day with little Claire:
To find out more about Catherine Green:
A Fly Went By
A Fish Out Of Water
The Popcorn Tree
What is scaring the fly? What about the frog? Or the dog? The pig? The man? Could what they fear be real...or is it imagined?
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they find out just what is terrifying everyone:
A Fish Out Of Water
A Fish Out Of Water
A Fish Out Of Water
Mr. Carp tried to warn him not to feed his fish too much, but did he listen? Of course not! Mr. Carp knew this would happen. It has happened more than once. See what happens when Otto gets over fed! And, see what Mr. Carp does to fix it.
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Care as they find out what happens when Otto the fish gets overfed:
Are You My Mother?
Rescue At Wiseman's Pond
A Fish Out Of Water
Poor little baby bird hatched without its mother there. So, what's a baby bird to do? The little thing went in search of its mother!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they go along with the baby bird to find its mother:
Rescue At Wiseman's Pond
Rescue At Wiseman's Pond
Rescue At Wiseman's Pond
Ronnie and his dog, Cutter, make a daring rescue of two baby foxes stranded in the mud from a storm. Each character plays a part in the rescue. Mrs. Barnswallow sounds the alarm. Cutter prods Ronnie to follow him. Fred the Turtle keeps watch by the pond. Working together they all help to save the babies. A kind fireman gives Ronnie advice on what to do next, which results in a big surprise. Beautiful illustrations and nimble rhymes help to tell the story of how teamwork saved the day.
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they follow along with the rescue:
For more books by Patty Wiseman:
Big Dog, Little Dog
Rescue At Wiseman's Pond
Rescue At Wiseman's Pond
Complete opposites, but the best of friends! See how Fred and Ted spend their free time!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they head on vacation with Fred and Ted:
Flap Your Wings
Fred And Ted Go Camping
Fred And Ted Go Camping
What started as a young boy trying to help a little egg find its home, turns into a challenge in the little one trying to figure out where he fits in.
Despite the love and care the bird family gave this little one, his true origins were directing his instincts.
Click on the YouTube Link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge, as they journey with the little one to find out his true idenity:
Fred And Ted Go Camping
Fred And Ted Go Camping
Fred And Ted Go Camping
Best buddies Fred and Ted are at it again! This time, they are going camping! See what kind of fun the opposite friends come up with out in the wild!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they read along about their trip:
Go, Dog. Go!
Fred And Ted Go Camping
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
The dogs are on a mission! Where are they going? Find out during this fun read along!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J.. Chief, and Sarge as they figure out where the dogs are heading:
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
Crazy monkeys love to make a lot of noise...and have some fun while they're at it! What kind of band can this gang make?
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they have a little fun with the band of monkeys:
Put Me In The Zoo
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
New Tricks I Can Do
This crazy critter wants to live in the zoo! He shows the young brother and sister exactly what he can do with his spots! It will amaze you!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they find out all the things that he can do:
New Tricks I Can Do
Hand, Hand, Fingers, Thumb
New Tricks I Can Do
The crazy critter is at it again! He did work at the circus, but they said everyone already saw his tricks, and he had to come up with new ones!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge, as they check out all of his tricks:
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
Dogs are smart! They can learn just like any other. We thought Super Hubby's Service Dog was intelligent, but the dog in this story beats her hands down! The young man in this story sets out to teach his dog 100 words, and he does just that!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they watch this young man achieve his goal:
It's Not Easy Being A Bunny
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
Sometimes our families get on our nerves. That's what happened to this little guy. He thought life would be better for him if he was in a different family.
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge, as they learn a life lesson with the little bunny in the story:
The Best Nest
I'll Teach My Dog 100 Words
Charlie, What's Your Talent?
Mama bird is not satisfied with their current home, so Papa bird goes in search of the best nest!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge, as they follow along with Papa bird to find the best nest for them:
Charlie, What's Your Talent?
Lola Hopscotch and The First Day of School
Charlie, What's Your Talent?
Charlie is upset because there was a talent show, but he did not have one for the show. See how his Grandma shows him just how special his really is!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge, as Charlie finds his talent:
For more books by DC Gomez:
Lola Hopscotch and The First Day of School
Lola Hopscotch and The First Day of School
Lola Hopscotch and The First Day of School
Lola's experiencing her first day at school. With her floppy ears and large feet, she gets teased...until she finds her talent! Lola does amazingly well at hopscotch. Those ears help her keep balance, and her feet are great at the twists and turns. She turns those who made fun of her into friends!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they learn a valuable lesson with Lola:
For more books by Marie Whittaker:
Curious George and the Puppies
Lola Hopscotch and The First Day of School
Lola Hopscotch and The First Day of School
Curious George and The Man in the Yellow hat have found a kitten. When they drop it off at the shelter for a new family to enjoy, they find out that there is a missing puppy! Of course, this is a mystery Curious George cannot resist!
Click on the YouTube link below to read along with C.J., Chief, and Sarge as they find out what happens: