Comments on: Dick and Jane: Story of These Early Readers

By: Kate Kelly

Kate Kelly — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:05:30 +0000

In reply to Stephen Lloyd Auslender. Sounds interesting! Good luck with the book.

By: Stephen Lloyd Auslender

Stephen Lloyd Auslender — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:45:07 +0000

Stephen Lloyd Auslender has truly woven magic with Dick and Jane Go to War! It’s not just a love story; it’s a profound exploration of how love can bloom in the most unexpected places. The juxtaposition of war’s chaos with romance’s tenderness is striking—how love, often thought of as soft and nurturing, can not only survive but thrive in the face of conflict. The meet-cute at the 1908 Paris Air Show is brilliant, and their passionate, yet bittersweet romance takes readers on an emotional rollercoaster. What I love most is how Auslender mixes humor with the harsh realities of war—it’s an unexpected, yet perfect pairing! This story doesn’t shy away from showing the vulnerability, heartache, and tension that come with loving during a time of destruction, but it also proves that love, no matter how fragile, is a force that can endure the toughest battles.

By: Kate Kelly

Kate Kelly — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 00:37:42 +0000

In reply to Brian. Hi Brian, My article mainly focuses on the early years of the early readers, but Wikipedia specifies that there was a Grade 9 series called, "Helpful in Ways." It doesn't provide much detail but here is the link:

By: Brian

Brian — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 22:29:48 +0000

Just curious what was the title: of the 9th Grade level?

By: Kate Kelly

Kate Kelly — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:38:05 +0000

In reply to Tracie.trout. I hope someone will know more! Good luck in your search.

By: Tracie.trout

Tracie.trout — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 23:20:43 +0000

I’m looking for level 3-4 and on we love the books ! I own 1-2 levels ! Please help! Ty

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