When a child is learning to read, every word counts While fishing one day, Jake spots a crocodile in the lake. Is it really a crocodile in the water or does Jake just have an overactive imagination? The Croc by the Rock is an innovative Lighting Reader that features a controlled word count to give readers practice with essential sight words. This leveled reader for grades PreK-K features a 150 words or less and has been professionally leveled by reading experts to ensure that the language and vocabulary are age-appropriate. Word lists and comprehension questions at the back of the book reinforce fundamental reading concepts used in classrooms nationwide This title is also available in a Spanish version Children ages 2 to 8 will love to learn to read with our Lighting Readers series Over 30 titles feature humorous, high-interest stories in a variety of styles including, fantasy, fable, and rhyme, which will appeal to both reluctant and enthusiastic readers. Controlled word counts in this one of a kind series help to build the word foundation for a lifetime of reading Check out our other titles in this series Each title is available in an English and Spanish version