Free Adventure Books for 1st Graders
The Duck Race
Meet an eager young duck trainer with a special feathered friend! Watch as they work together to help their duck learn to fly faster and faster. With practice and determination, they’re ready for the big race day. Will their hard work pay off? Find out as you cheer on this speedy duck!
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?
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?
Market Fun
Join a young child on an exciting trip to the city market with dad! There are so many wonderful things to discover - cold treats, colorful balloons, beautiful music from a flute seller, and toys that catch your eye. But when you only have a little bit of money, how do you choose what to buy? And what happens when you try to do something kind for a crying little boy? Come along and see what adventures await at the busy market!
Up and Up
A little balloon just wants to play! When a girl lets him go, he floats up, up into the sky. At first, it’s exciting to soar with the birds and kites. But soon the hot sun beats down, and he worries he might pop! Then smog rolls in, and he starts to sink. The wind carries him far away. Will anyone be there to catch him before it’s too late?
Dragon School
Dibs has to wait a month to go to Dragon School, but he doesn’t want to. He tries to fly there himself but ends up hitting the teacher with the bell.
Tin Man
A tin man is a small figure that is often used as a decoration or toy. They are usually made of metal, and their small size makes them easy to carry around. Tin men are often used in children’s stories, and they are often associated with being brave and strong.
Big Fish and Little Fish
Little Fish and Big Fish are having a wonderful time playing in the sea when something terrible happens. A fishing net traps Big Fish, and he cannot escape! Little Fish is determined to find help, but who in the ocean can save her friend? Shell wants to help but cannot swim fast. Whale wants to help but his teeth are not sharp enough. Will Little Fish find someone who can rescue Big Fish before it is too late?
My Old Wand
When a young child buys an old, broken wand from a mysterious shop, they can’t wait to test its magic! But nothing seems to work—not for toys, not for balls, not for anything they try. What happens when they finally discover what this peculiar wand can really do? Join them on a magical adventure full of surprises!
Run!
A curious elephant calf spots a beautiful butterfly and just has to follow it! She chases the fluttering wings deep into the jungle, past hiding snakes and chattering monkeys, until she discovers a whole swarm of colorful butterflies. But when her special blue butterfly lands on something unexpected, the little calf realizes she’s in big trouble. She’s far from her family, and danger is close. Can she make it back to safety in time?