A back-to-fall Step 1 reader featuring lots of apples and the family from Pumpkin Day!A sister and brother celebrate fall with a classic activity -- apple picking! They bound with glee through the apple orchard, and race against other children to pick the most and the best apples. The story of their day is bright, fun and full of light action. It's told in easy-to-follow rhyme, ensuring a successful reading experience. Where Pumpkin Day! was perfect for late fall, Halloween, and Thanksgiving tables, Apple Picking Day! is ripe for early fall and classroom or bedtime sharing.Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.