Children's Books for 1st Graders
Tug, Jud!
One huge elephant, one tiny red cart, and it will NOT budge - can you help push? As the day unfolds, there are eggs to count, bubbles to blow, a giant ant to ride, and a sparkly spider waiting in its web. Will Child ever reach ten? And what about that stubborn elephant back at the start? This decodable reader practices short u with j, v, y in words like ‘jump,’ ‘just,’ ’tug,’ and ‘fun.’
Ren Can Zoom!
Ren is blasting off on an amazing adventure to Mars! He’ll drive across the red planet, climb towering sand dunes, and discover mysterious Martian sand. But what makes this sand so special? And what surprises await Ren on this incredible space journey? Join Ren as he explores a world unlike anything on Earth!
Thump Thump Thump!
THUMP! Can you hear the dinosaurs coming? Meet a boastful T-rex and a whole crowd of amazing creatures - some big, some small, some thin, some with mighty long necks that stretch up to the clouds. Who hunts in packs? Who has tiny twins hiding in the plants? And which dinosaur might actually be related to a chicken? Stomp along and find out! This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ’thump,’ ’those,’ ’through,’ ’thanks,’ and ’three.'
Sing It, Bug!
Spring has sprung, and Bug has a fizzy, buzzy feeling in her belly - she wants to SING! But what happens when Duck’s song is too wet, Frog’s is too long, and Big Bird’s is far too loud? Can one tiny bug really find a song of her very own, and will the whole gang ever learn to sing together? This decodable reader practices the ’ng’ sound in words like ‘sing,’ ‘song,’ ’long,’ ‘strong,’ and ‘spring.’
Spencer Can Advance!
Spencer loves sports and staying active! When disaster strikes his community, Spencer springs into action to help. Will Spencer and his friends be able to make a difference when families need them most? Join Spencer on an inspiring journey of community service and teamwork.
Tag
Steve is the seeker, and he’s sure he can find Alex in ten seconds flat. But the fields are full of surprises - a fluffy dog, a grumpy cat, and even a hen stuck in a hole! Can Steve spot his sister before she sneaks home? Will the greatest seeker ever lived give up, or is Alex closer than he thinks? This decodable reader practices VC/CVC short vowels through playful words like ’tag,’ ‘ran,’ ‘hid,’ ‘hen,’ and ‘dog.’
The Butterfly Garden
Diya is a big fan of butterflies. She helps them if they are in odd spots, like chunks of mud. The bus honks when her class gets to the garden.
The Dog Got Out!
When the dog escapes outside, an exciting adventure begins! Follow the pup as it explores the neighborhood, makes new friends, and discovers all sorts of fun surprises. What wild escapades will the energetic dog get into before the day ends? Find out in this playful tale of a dog on the loose!
The Fish and Chip Shop!
Join our hungry friend on a delicious adventure to the fish and chip shop! He’s excited to treat himself to his favorite meal, but will he stick to his budget? Follow along as he explores the tantalizing smells, makes his choices, and discovers what makes this simple outing so special. What will happen when his food finally arrives?
She Still Twirls
Miss B walks with a cane now, tapping the studio floor while her three young dancers leap and twirl. But what if their gentle teacher once floated across stages in Paris, Tokyo, and New York? What if the quiet woman with the clackety cane hides a dazzling secret? Could a prima ballerina be hiding in plain sight? Step into the studio and find out. This decodable reader practices CCVC/CCVCC blends through words like ‘spin,’ ’twirl,’ ‘dress,’ ‘claps,’ and ‘stars.’