Book Features:* Ages 4-8, Grades Pre K-2, Guided Reading Level E, Lexile* 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches* Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color illustrations* Includes words to know and comprehension questions* Reading/teaching tips included Fun With Katie: In Katie Meets Carl, preschoolers-second graders use their hands to learn American Sign Language alongside Katie to talk to the new boy in her class!Celebrating Uniqueness: Katie has Down syndrome; Carl, the new boy in her class, is Deaf. Follow along as Katie uses sign language (and learns new ASL signs!) to talk to Carl and build a new friendship!Build Reading Skills: This engaging 24-page children’s book will help your child improve comprehension and build confidence with guided reading tips and comprehension questions.Leveled Books: Part of the Katie Can series, the early reading level text and full-color illustrations make this children’s book an engaging story that teaches kids about diversity, inclusivity, and making new friends.Why Rourke Educational Media: Since 1980, Rourke Publishing Company has specialized in publishing engaging and diverse non-fiction and fiction books for children in a wide range of subjects that support reading success on a level that has no limits.