Adventure Books for 1st Graders
Eloise can Swim!
Eloise loves to swim and play with her toy friends! When her toys come to life in the water, her adventures become even more magical. Will Eloise discover new places to swim? What other toys might join her splashing fun? Dive into this enchanting tale of imagination and aquatic discovery!
Emma can Roll!
Emma receives an exciting gift on her special day—a shiny new bike! She decorates it to make it extra special and learns important safety rules. Now Emma is ready to ride through her neighborhood and discover all the wonderful places waiting for her. Where will her bike adventures take her?
Hats!
Hats come in all shapes and sizes, and there’s a perfect hat for every occasion! From sunny days to cold foggy mornings, from work to play, hats are everywhere. But what makes each hat so special? Discover the fun and fabulous world of hats and all the adventures they bring!
Hold On, Kim!
What is making that tap-tap-tap sound while Kim tries to nap? When a dusty old loom starts shaking all on its own, Kim climbs aboard and suddenly she’s lifting off the ground, rising past rooftops and soaring into the clouds. Will she hold on tight as the loom dives, splashes, and swirls through a world bursting with color? This decodable reader practices open syllables in words such as “fly,” “sky,” “we,” “me,” and “why.”
Jill Has a Grand Plan
Jill has a grand plan - a quest into the Nether! Can Mage, Doc, and Jill gather what they need for the trip? Will Jill really trot across lava on a Strider’s back, or can clever thinking save the day? With a grin and a zest for adventure, the friends set off on a journey they will never forget. This decodable reader practices CCVC/CCVCC blends in words like ‘plan,’ ‘grin,’ ‘quest,’ and ‘blasts.’
Yank, Nib, Yank!
When a hungry troll creeps out of the woods and snatches clever Nib right out of her cozy hut, can a single ball of red wool really outsmart a shaggy giant? Tied up in a tall tree with her brothers far away on the hills, Nib has only her quick fingers and a very sneaky plan. Will the wool lead help in time? This decodable reader practices short u with j, v, y in words like ‘jumps,’ ‘yanks,’ ‘huff,’ and ‘hush.’
No Thanks, Mobs!
Ned has a cozy house, a farm of carrots, and a sword he’s finally ready to use. But when the sun dips low and shadows stretch across the field, the monsters come creeping. Can one brave little hero stand up to zombies, rattling skeletons, and a giant spider all in one night? And what shiny surprise might be waiting inside? This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ’thanks,’ ’thin,’ ’thump,’ and ’thwack.'
The Girl Finds the Sun
The sky above Panha’s town is gray and gloomy, and the sun has been hidden for as long as she can remember. But what if the sun is still up there, waiting? What if a brave girl with a pile of gears could actually build a plane and fly high enough to find it? Climb the hill with Panha and see how far a big idea can take her. This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words such as ’that,’ ’then,’ ’through,’ and ’thuds.'
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!
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!