Free Books for 1st Graders

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Free Adventure Decodable Reader with ck Words | Tire Trouble

Tire Trouble

4.7 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
An old tire rolls away from a broken-down car, searching for a new purpose. Will it find the perfect fit with a truck, a bike, or a horse and cart? Follow this determined tire on an exciting journey down the road as it discovers where it truly belongs.
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Free Decodable Reader with ch Words | A Spot to Nap

A Spot to Nap

4.6 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
A sleepy sloth climbs higher and higher up a tall tree searching for the perfect spot to nap. But every branch seems to have someone—or something—already occupying it! Will the sloth ever find a cozy place to rest? Join this determined little climber on a funny adventure filled with unexpected encounters.
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Free Fantasy Decodable Reader with sh Words | The Sea Dragon

The Sea Dragon

4.6 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Bam and his friends are having fun at the shore when suddenly the ground begins to shake. A massive sea dragon appears, sending big waves crashing onto the beach! The dragon seems very angry. Bam has his trusty flute with him, but can music really calm a fierce sea dragon? Will Bam be brave enough to try?
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Free Decodable Reader with ch Words | Pup Hears a Noise

Pup Hears a Noise

4.5 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Pup is trying to take a nap, but a mysterious sound keeps waking him up. Chirp! Chirp! What could be making that noise? Pup sets off on a search through the grass, meeting different animal friends along the way. He finds Trunk, Spike, and even some birds, but none of them are making the chirping sound. Can Pup discover who is responsible for all that noise so he can finally get some rest?
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Free Adventure Decodable Reader with sh Words | The Little Fish Goes Deep

The Little Fish Goes Deep

4.5 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Every day, a little fish swims in the shallow sea with his mother, staying far from the mysterious deep water. But the little fish is curious - what amazing things might be hiding in the darkness below? When his mother says no, the little fish makes a daring choice to explore anyway. He discovers beautiful colours and strange new fish, but then he spots something that looks like a dark boulder… Will the little fish escape the dangers of the deep?
Adventure Animals Family <sh>
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Free Decodable Reader with 'th' Words | There Are Ants!

There Are Ants!

4.5 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Ants have invaded the house, and they’re on a mission to find food! Watch as these tiny explorers search high and low, sniffing out sweet treats and slipping through tiny spaces. They check out roller skates (silly ants, that’s not food!), discover yummy candy and cookies, and follow mysterious smells around the kitchen. But will they find enough food to bring back to their home? Join these busy little ants on their delicious adventure!
Animals Humor Nature <th>
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Free Decodable Reader with Silent e Words | My Comb

My Comb

4.4 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
While visiting a farm, a curious child discovers that many birds wear beautiful feather crowns called combs. The proud rooster shows off his fancy red comb, the peacock displays his wonderful feather crown, and even the heron has her own special crest. But none of the birds will share their crowns! When the child asks for a comb crown too, each bird says no. What will this creative kid do to get a crown of their own?
Animals Nature Silent-e
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Free Animal Decodable Reader with ch Words | Flip, Flop!

Flip, Flop!

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
The fish is sad because it doesn’t think it’s good at anything. It tries to fly with its fins but can only swim. It meets a cat that wants to eat it, but the fish escapes. It then meets a frog that wants to learn how to swim.
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Free Decodable Reader with nk Blend | The Butterfly Garden

The Butterfly Garden

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Diya is shy and loves butterflies, but she’s nervous about talking in class. When her school visits the park, something magical happens—her passion for butterflies gives her the courage to speak up! Will Diya discover that sharing what she loves can help her make new friends and find her voice?
Friendship Nature SEL <nk>
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Free Funny Decodable Reader with sh Words | Where Is My Shoe?

Where Is My Shoe?

4.3 Books are rated by kids in the Bookbot app
Oh no! A little caterpillar has lost one of his many shoes, and he’s having the worst day ever! He asks his friends for help - Frog, Grasshopper, and Crab all offer to lend him their shoes. But frog shoes are for swimming, grasshopper shoes are too big, and crab shoes are way too sharp! Tired and shoeless, the caterpillar curls up for a nap. But something strange is happening to him… What could it be?
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Free Kids Books for 1st Graders

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