Children's Books for 1st Graders
Stop, Broom, Stop!
The Wind Princess is coming at sunrise, and everything at the Rainbow Tower must sparkle! But what happens when Kate reaches for the big magical broom and it growls, dodges, and zooms straight out the window with her still holding on? Can Kate tame a grumpy broom, or will the whole kingdom miss its chance to shine? Buckle up for a wild, bubbly ride above the clouds. This decodable reader practices the ‘sh’ sound in words like ‘brush,’ ‘dash,’ ‘splash,’ ‘fresh,’ and ‘shine.’
Ned at the Lake!
Ned has a brand new home, a proud name on the sign, and a belly that rumbles louder than thunder. Can a talking Book really teach him to grow food from tiny seeds? Why does every job start with “simple” and end with sore arms? From shaping a blade to hauling a bucket from the lake, Ned is about to find out that farming is harder than it looks! This decodable reader practices silent e words such as ‘bake,’ ‘bone,’ ‘shape,’ ‘while,’ and ‘waste.’
The Best Bunch
Zom has grown the biggest, best bunch of pumpkins ever, and he can’t wait to bake them into wonderful cakes. But one morning, a pumpkin is gone! The next day, two more vanish without a trace. Who - or what - is sneaking into the patch at night? Can Zom stay awake long enough to catch the mystery thief in the act? This decodable reader practices the ‘ch’ sound in words such as ‘bunch,’ ‘catch,’ ‘chin,’ and ‘witch.’
The Plant That Ate the Shed!
When Ladybug plants one teeny, tiny vine, she’s sure she’ll grow the most magnificent garden ever - but what happens when a little vine refuses to stop growing? Can Ladybug and her friends rein in the twisting tendrils before the whole world turns into one big green, flowery mess? With swallowed sheds, splitting stems, and watermelons the size of boulders, this wild garden tale is bursting with giggles. This decodable reader practices the ’nk’ sound in words like ‘pink,’ ’think,’ ’trunk,’ ‘junk,’ and ‘shrink.’
His Best Gag
Dr Can Do has the BEST Christmas joke in the whole wide world, saved up for Christmas dinner like a secret treasure. But what happens when someone keeps stealing his punchlines before he can say them? Who could possibly know every joke in his head? From the sunny beach to the sparkling tree in the town square, Dr Can Do is determined to land one perfect laugh. This decodable story practices open syllables in words like ‘go,’ ‘he,’ ‘me,’ ‘my,’ and ’tree.’
A Puppet Can...
Meet a puppet with amazing abilities! Its puppeteer can make it hop, kick, and perform incredible tricks using strings. But what can a puppet really do? Discover all the fun things this toy can accomplish—and what it can’t—in this delightful story about imagination and play.
A Spot to Nap
Poor Sloth is SO sleepy - the kind of sleepy where your arms feel like noodles and your eyeballs feel like bowling balls! All he wants is the perfect branch for the biggest, longest nap ever. But will a hungry giraffe leave him alone? What about the buzzing bees, the grumpy snake, and that very loud bird? Can one tired sloth ever find a quiet spot to snooze? This decodable reader practices the ch sound in words like ‘branch,’ ‘munch,’ ‘crunch,’ and ‘reach.’
Archie Can Invent!
Meet Archie, a creative kid who loves building and inventing! From helpful household bots to an amazing art-making machine, Archie uses cogs, tubes, and his imagination to create incredible inventions. He stays active by riding his bike and working hard on his projects. But what will Archie dream up next? Will his creations help others or just bring him joy?
Dog And Cat Do Art
What happens when a curious dog knocks over a tin of bright yellow paint? And what happens when a very grumpy cat gets splattered too? Dog and Cat go tumbling, bumping, and dashing through the house, turning everything (and themselves!) into a wild, colorful mess. But poor Pam is trying to paint on Art Day - will her canvas survive two paint-covered pets? This decodable reader practices open syllables in words like ‘go,’ ‘he,’ ‘she,’ and ‘we.’
Best Buds
Jen and Bud do everything together - making art, sharing snacks, and laughing until their bellies hurt. But what happens when a rough day at school leaves Jen feeling small and jumbled up inside? Can a snuggly pal help when words feel too big? And what about when best pals splash each other one splash too many - is there any pancake big enough to fix it? This decodable reader practices short u with j, v, y through words like ‘bud,’ ‘just,’ ‘yum,’ and ‘yuck.’