Free Books for 1st Graders
The Nest
A mother bird has been sitting on her nest for weeks, waiting for her eggs to hatch. She can hear little sounds coming from inside the eggs—her chicks will arrive very soon! But she hasn’t eaten in so long, and she needs energy to care for her babies. When she leaves the nest for just a moment to find food, a curious dog discovers her eggs. Will she make it back in time to protect her family?
The Quest
Snap is ready for an adventure! With her mum’s encouragement to be smart and have fun, Snap sets off on an exciting quest full of zigzags, swimming, and amazing discoveries. She meets new friends along the way and experiences wild, energetic moments. What will Snap find on her journey, and where will her quest take her?
Turn!
Wheels are everywhere—on skateboards, ferris wheels, clocks, and diggers! But what if wheels didn’t exist? Discover how wheels change our world and explore what life would be like without them. Would we still be able to do all the things we do today?
Vines
Vines are long plants that can grow up or to the side, and can be used to hold food. They can also grip onto surfaces and tuck into small spots. Vines can get big and take over land.
What's the Scoop on Pee and Poop?
Pat the rat has a big question: where does pee and poop go after you flush? There’s only one way to find out—dive into the toilet and follow the water! Join Pat on his underground adventure through pipes and tanks as he meets a friendly sewer rat who shows him the secrets of wastewater treatment. What happens to all that yucky stuff? Can dirty water ever become clean again?
Cat's House
Meet a clever cat who runs the show in her house! She thinks she’s the real owner, and everyone else—including the three kids and their mum—are just her pets. From catching mice to playing in the yard, this sassy feline has plenty of opinions about how things should be done. What will happen when she meets the naughty boy next door?
Flower Hunt
Join Beth on a delightful flower hunt! Her mother bird asks her to find the perfect flower for their beautiful nest. But which flower is truly the best? As Beth meets ladybugs, butterflies, fuzzy bugs, bees, spiders, and fireflies along the way, she discovers that each creature has a different idea about what makes a flower perfect. What will Beth choose for her nest?
Mud
Meet the climbing perch, a fish that can do something most fish cannot - walk on land! This amazing creature loves to munch on mosquitoes and water fleas, and it has sharp spines to protect itself from hungry predators. But what happens when the lakes and ponds dry up during the hot season? How does this little fish survive without water? Discover the surprising secrets of one of nature’s most unusual swimmers!
Pat the Cat
Pat is a cat who likes to sleep and eat. Pat is also a fan of the Jin clan. Pat can fit in a bit, but has no clan of its own.
Flip and Toss
Gran has a special talent – she can juggle anything! From pans and onions to umbrellas and watches, her clever hands flip and toss objects high into the air. She takes her amazing juggling show out into town, wowing everyone she meets. But what happens when something goes wrong and soft fruit lands with a PLOP on someone’s head? Will Gran find the perfect things to juggle? Join Gran on her flip-tossing adventure!