Heres a pick thats both timeless and practical.

Amelia Bedelia Tries Her Luck is a funny I Can Read adventure, starring Amelia Bedelia as a young girl, thats just right for beginning readers. Amelia Bedelia has been loved by readers for more than fifty years, and it turns out that her childhood is full of silly mix-ups, too! In this Level 1 beginning reader, the young Amelia Bedelia investigates all kinds of good luck and bad luck.Why is it unlucky for a black cat to cross your path? Why does a horseshoe bring good luck? If you step on a crack, will you really break your mothers back? Amelia Bedelia, who always takes things literally, tries to understand common superstitions in this funny book about friendshipWith millions of copies sold, this Level 1 I Can Read! series featuring the childhood adventures of Amelia Bedelia will inspire newly independent readers to laugh, read, and expand their vocabularies.

Whether for everyday use or special occasions, this has you covered.