Children's Books for 1st Graders
The Nest
A mother bird has been sitting on her nest for weeks, waiting for her eggs to hatch. She can hear little sounds coming from inside the eggs—her chicks will arrive very soon! But she hasn’t eaten in so long, and she needs energy to care for her babies. When she leaves the nest for just a moment to find food, a curious dog discovers her eggs. Will she make it back in time to protect her family?
The Quest
Snap is ready for an adventure! With her mum’s encouragement to be smart and have fun, Snap sets off on an exciting quest full of zigzags, swimming, and amazing discoveries. She meets new friends along the way and experiences wild, energetic moments. What will Snap find on her journey, and where will her quest take her?
The Wool Shop
Dr Can Do arrives in a village with big ideas! He knows how to clip wool from sheep and turn it into soft carpets. But shearing sheep is hard work, so he builds a clever machine to help. Soon he has more wool than he knows what to do with! When Jill suggests giving a villager a new job, Dr Can Do starts building something special. What will the village look like when it’s finished, and what will Dr Can Do dream up next?
Trap
A clever hen protects her flock from a sneaky fox! When a fox threatens to steal the hens from their pen, a resourceful farmer springs into action. Can they outsmart the clever fox and keep their hens safe? Discover the clever plan that might just save the day in this exciting farmyard adventure!
Tug
Nib is busy working with her yarn when her brothers leave for the field. They warn her to lock the door because a dangerous troll is nearby—but Nib is too focused on her task. When the troll creeps up to her house, will Nib’s quick thinking and her bright red yarn be enough to keep her safe?
Turn!
Wheels are everywhere—on skateboards, ferris wheels, clocks, and diggers! But what if wheels didn’t exist? Discover how wheels change our world and explore what life would be like without them. Would we still be able to do all the things we do today?
Two Mice
Two unlikely friends meet on a desk, but there’s a big question: Is Pink Rat really a rat? When danger strikes in the form of a prowling cat, these two must work together to survive. Will they make it to safety? Discover what makes a true friend in this heartwarming tale of courage and friendship.
Vines
Vines are long plants that can grow up or to the side, and can be used to hold food. They can also grip onto surfaces and tuck into small spots. Vines can get big and take over land.
What a Shock!
Brat Cat is building a new cage for her escaped chickens when she spots a mysterious horse in the nearby woods. Could this be the perfect riding companion? But when she reaches out to touch it, something shocking happens—a crack of lightning splits the sky! What is this strange horse, and can Brat Cat survive what comes next?
What's the Scoop on Pee and Poop?
Pat the rat has a big question: where does pee and poop go after you flush? There’s only one way to find out—dive into the toilet and follow the water! Join Pat on his underground adventure through pipes and tanks as he meets a friendly sewer rat who shows him the secrets of wastewater treatment. What happens to all that yucky stuff? Can dirty water ever become clean again?