Free Family Books for 1st Graders
Off to Fish
A young boy wants to spend quality time with his hardworking dad. When he writes a note asking for dad-and-son time, his wish comes true—but their day in the forest takes an unexpected turn. As they venture out together, they discover that dad has a special gift for helping others. What surprises await them in the woods?
Busy Hen
Hen has a very important job to do. She must sit on her eggs and wait… and wait… and wait some more! But what’s that sound? Something is tapping from inside the eggs! What will Hen discover when the tapping stops? Join Hen on this exciting day and find out what happens when patience pays off!
Dogs and Cats
Dog and Cat are the best of friends who share everything together. But when Cat moves into the house and spends less time in the yard, Dog feels left behind and angry. Will these two best friends find their way back to each other, or has something changed between them forever?
In My Life
Have you ever stopped to think about all the wonderful people and things in your life? Join a young child on a heartwarming journey discovering what makes life special - from playing games with best friends to riding bikes with grandad, from cuddly pets to cool toys. What are the things that make YOU feel grateful? Open this book to explore the people, pets, and places that fill one child’s world with love and happiness!
Lots of Pots
It’s a sunny summer day when Pip and Tom spot something exciting - a pile of colorful paint pots! Mum is having the house painted, and the friendly painters let the kids try it too. Pip and Tom have a blast painting the gate and making patterns on the wall. But when they step back to look at their work, they notice something unexpected. Will Mum be happy with their colorful surprise?
Min Wants Help
Min is excited for her first day of school in her new uniform, but everyone in her family is too busy to help her get dressed! Her mummy is baking, her daddy is feeding the chickens, and her grandpa is herding cows. Will Min find someone to help her, or will she have to figure it out herself?
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?
Spring
Spring is here and nature comes alive! Discover the wonder of baby birds chirping for food, colorful flowers blooming, and playful animals exploring the world. Watch as a family plants seeds, creates bright festival colors, and celebrates together. What magical adventures await you in springtime?
The Cap
Don chooses a beautiful blue cap at the shops, but when the wind carries it high into a tree at the park, he’s heartbroken. As he watches from his window, something magical happens—the moon seems to smile at him. Will Don find a way to get his cap back, or will something even more wonderful happen?
Tears
A young child admires their brave big sister who never seems scared—until one day the child notices something unexpected. Why is big sister crying when she’s been so strong all day? Join this sweet story about discovering that even the people we look up to have feelings, and that’s okay.