Animal Books for 1st Graders
I am a Bot
Meet a helpful robot who works in a scientist’s lab building clever machines. This bot created something special—a pet dog named Sparky who can grow big enough to lift heavy things! But when another robot named Cog decides she wants a pet too, she brings home a gray cat called Whiskers. Two very different pets in one busy lab… Can a robot dog and a real cat become friends? Discover what happens when bots and pets live together!
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.’
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.’
Birds
Have you ever wondered why birds are so different from each other? Some are tall with big legs, while others are small and fluffy. Some can zip through the air to catch fish, while others strut around farms looking for scraps. From their funny flapping to their amazing bills, birds are full of surprises! What makes each bird so special? Open this book to discover the wonderful world of birds and all their quirks!
Busy Hen
Hen has five eggs tucked safely in her cozy nest, and she is determined to be the best mom in the whole wide world. But what happens when tiny taps start coming from inside those eggs? Will Hen be ready when five wobbly, wiggly chicks pop out and dash off in every direction? Can a tired hen really keep up with such busy little ones? This decodable reader practices CCVC/CCVCC blends in words like ‘chick,’ ‘glad,’ ‘grins,’ ‘split,’ and ’trots.’
Stop That Cat!
Have you ever tried to stop a sneaky black cat with big, bold Plans? The birds are singing, Grandad is planting seedlings in the soft spring earth, and Mom is twirling in her new dress - but somewhere inside the house, a certain furry troublemaker is plotting an escape. Can Girl catch that cat before the squirrel gets a terrible surprise? This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ’that,’ ’this,’ ’thin,’ ‘breath,’ and ’those.’
Will They Get It?
When Gran spots a cheeky little mouse zipping across the floor, the whole family panics! Ma grabs a broom, Pa hides behind the curtain, and even the cat refuses to help. But what happens when the baby sees the mouse too? Will anyone in this house be brave enough to catch the naughty creature - or might they all end up laughing instead? This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ‘both,’ ’then,’ ’there,’ and ‘with.’
Caterpillars!
Meet some amazing caterpillars! These fascinating little creatures come in many different shapes and sizes. Some have bumpy spines, some have stripes, and some are covered in soft, fuzzy hair. Each caterpillar is special and unique. What makes these caterpillars so different from each other? Discover the wonderful variety of caterpillars in the world around us!
Cats!
Cats are everywhere! They hop, they hunt, they nap in piles with their pals. Some cats are fluffy and white, while others are big and bold. But watch out - some cats get mad, and some cats get sad. From chasing bugs to batting balls, these furry friends are full of surprises. What funny things will these cats do next? Join them on a whisker-filled adventure through their day!
Clip and Trim!
Join a family on an exciting yard adventure! Mom and Dad are trimming and clipping while you help discover surprises hiding in the grass. What creatures and treasures might you find while working together in nature? Get ready for an action-packed day of outdoor fun!