Funny Books for 1st Graders
Who Hid the Wheels?
What is the best thing in the whole wide world? Meg knows the answer: WHEELS! They whirl, they whir, they run the whole world - until one morning, every single wheel vanishes. Who took them? Where did they go? With a stubborn white goat by her side, Meg sets off to crack the mystery, and discovers a quieter world she never expected. Can she figure out who did it? This decodable reader practises the ‘wh’ sound in words like ‘wheel,’ ‘what,’ ‘where,’ and ‘whirl.’
Gran Made That Up!
Jill races to Gran’s house, where books fill every shelf and a black cat blinks hello. Today Gran says Jill gets to choose the story - but will Gran read what’s actually on the page, or sneak in her own wild, made-up bits again? Can Jill catch her in the act this time, and what surprise might Jill add herself? Curl up and find out! This decodable reader practises the th phonogram in words like ’this,’ ‘both,’ ’thinks,’ ’three,’ and ’through.’
What Will Zom Whip Up?
Zom the zombie is SICK of brains for breakfast, lunch, and dinner - so today he’s becoming a chef! But what does a zombie pick for ingredients? A green egg from a field, soggy wheat, sugar covered in bugs, and a pail of very lumpy old milk. Why on earth would anyone want to eat that? And what strange creation is Zom about to whip up on his crafting table? This decodable reader practises the ‘wh’ sound in words such as ‘what,’ ‘wheat,’ ‘why,’ and ‘whip.’
Zom Catches Lunch
Zom has a list, and right at the top is one big word: SEAFOOD! But have you ever tried to grab a slippery cod with your bare hands? Or tiptoed up to a spiky pufferfish? When Zom dives deep into the shimmering blue, he discovers that catching lunch is much trickier than it looks - and that something amazing might be waiting far below. This decodable reader practises the ‘ch’ sound in words like ‘catch,’ ‘chomp,’ ‘munches,’ and ’torch.’
My Duck Races the Flock!
Can a wobbly little duck really beat a whole flock of sleek racing birds? Girl says yes - her duck is the fastest in town! But when Boy laughs and the giggles start, Duck will have to prove everyone wrong. Can one small duck, one big race, and one brave girl pull off the trick of a lifetime? This decodable reader practices the ‘ck’ sound in words like ‘duck,’ ‘flock,’ ‘quick,’ ‘clock,’ and ’trick.’
Oh No, My Curls!
When Allie spots an old photo of Mom with short hair, she decides she wants the very same style - right now! But what happens when a little girl gets hold of the craft scissors all by herself? Can noodles, green beans, or a pile of spinach really fix a haircut gone wrong? Allie’s about to find out, and her family is in for quite a surprise! This decodable reader practices the ‘sh’ sound in words like ‘dash,’ ‘fresh,’ ‘splash,’ and ‘wish.’
Bones in the Dark!
Deep in the dark, twisty woods, Ned is hopelessly lost - and something bony is creeping closer through the trees! Can Ned dodge the skeleton’s arrows, find a hiding spot behind a thick trunk, and land one perfect shot before his luck runs out? What happens when a whole pack of grinning skeletons steps out of the shadows? A spooky, thrilling adventure for brave young readers! This decodable reader practices the ck sound in words like ‘quick,’ ‘stuck,’ ’thick,’ ‘pack,’ and ‘crack.’
Dog Springs at the Ball!
Coach Vic has a big surprise hidden in an old trunk, and when he pulls out a shiny white ball, everyone’s eyes go wide - especially Dog’s! Can the kids learn to smash, dig, and serve without using their feet? And what happens when a wiggly pup decides volleyball looks like the best dog sport ever invented? Get ready for paws, pounces, and plenty of giggles! This decodable reader practices the ’ng’ sound in words like ‘bang,’ ‘spring,’ ‘strong,’ and ‘swings.’
Think, Ned, Think!
Ned is marching through a blazing desert in a full suit of iron armor, hunting for treasure - but what happens when the ancient ruins go BOOM? With his stomach growling, no food in sight, and shuffling husks closing in, will Ned listen to The Book before he eats something truly disgusting? Can a hungry knight survive his own bad ideas? This decodable reader practices the ’nk’ sound in words like ‘plank,’ ‘sank,’ ‘chunk,’ ‘blink,’ and ‘yank.’
Cub
Jack already has two pets, Bones and Starfang, but he dreams of finding another animal friend. One chilly day, he sets off on a walk hoping to discover the perfect pet. A cat? A bird? Then he spots something unexpected - a tiny cub all alone! Jack thinks this could be his new pet, but is the cub really all by itself? What happens when Jack finds out the truth?