Funny Books for 1st Graders
Busy Hen
Hen has five eggs tucked safely in her cozy nest, and she is determined to be the best mom in the whole wide world. But what happens when tiny taps start coming from inside those eggs? Will Hen be ready when five wobbly, wiggly chicks pop out and dash off in every direction? Can a tired hen really keep up with such busy little ones? This decodable reader practices CCVC/CCVCC blends in words like ‘chick,’ ‘glad,’ ‘grins,’ ‘split,’ and ’trots.’
Will They Get It?
When Gran spots a cheeky little mouse zipping across the floor, the whole family panics! Ma grabs a broom, Pa hides behind the curtain, and even the cat refuses to help. But what happens when the baby sees the mouse too? Will anyone in this house be brave enough to catch the naughty creature - or might they all end up laughing instead? This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ‘both,’ ’then,’ ’there,’ and ‘with.’
Cats!
Cats are everywhere! They hop, they hunt, they nap in piles with their pals. Some cats are fluffy and white, while others are big and bold. But watch out - some cats get mad, and some cats get sad. From chasing bugs to batting balls, these furry friends are full of surprises. What funny things will these cats do next? Join them on a whisker-filled adventure through their day!
Cod
Deep in the cold sea lives the fastest, sneakiest cod on the whole coast - and nobody has ever caught it. Then along comes Steve, who has no rod, no net, no boat, and absolutely no plan. Just confidence! Can Steve outsmart a fish that’s slipped through every fisherman’s fingers? And what happens when he spots a bucket washed up on the sand? This decodable reader practices VC/CVC short vowels with words like ‘cod,’ ‘sat,’ ‘ran,’ ‘hid,’ and ‘got.’
Come Back, Rex!
Rex is the wiggliest, waggiest dog on the block - and the second Benny opens the door, WHOOSH, off he goes! Can Benny catch his runaway pup before Rex chases a flying umbrella over the hills, dives into a scratchy bush, and sniffs out Uncle Bruce’s yummy rice? It’s a wild, barky, breathless dash across town with one very determined boy and one very bouncy dog. This decodable reader practices the ’ng’ sound in words like ‘spring,’ ‘strong,’ ‘song,’ ‘cling,’ and ‘zing.’
Dogs!
Come explore the wonderful world of dogs! From splashing in lakes to playing fetch, these furry friends love to have fun. Some dogs are shy, some are brave, and some even make the best friends with cats! What adventures will you discover with these lovable pups?
Don't Burn The Book!
Meet Ned, a busy crafter whose furnace flame is growing thin - and his chatty friend, The Book, always thinks it knows best! Can they grow a whole forest from three tiny saplings? Will bone dust really make trees shoot up with a thud? And when the furnace roars hungrily, why does The Book suddenly look very, very nervous? This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ’thin,’ ’thinks,’ ’three,’ and ’thud.'
That Cat Won't Sit Still!
When Dad lugs home two huge bags of groceries, Girl grabs her sketchpad quick - can she draw every tomato, lime, and cucumber before dinner? But when Cat slinks by and refuses to sit still, her pencil lines tangle into a spaghetti mess. How do you draw a wriggly cat that won’t stay put? Girl spots her scissors, and a wild idea pops into her head. This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ‘path,’ ’that,’ ’then,’ ’thin,’ and ‘with.’
I Think Curls Are Best!
Mara has one big rule: curly is ALWAYS better than straight! Her bouncy curls boing back every time, and even her cat’s tail agrees. But what happens when she meets a lion with a perfectly straight tail? Or tries to draw a straight line and ends up with a question mark? From spiral staircases to swirly buns, Mara is on a mission to prove curly wins - but will snack time change her mind? This decodable reader practices the th sound in words like ’think,’ ’those,’ ’three,’ and ‘smooth.’
Be Brave, Ned!
Ned’s tiny shed is safe, but oh, is it COLD! With chattering teeth and a floating, talking Book for company, he’s made one very important rule: Don’t go outside! But what happens when the only way to get warm means stepping out where spiders lurk and zombies shuffle? Can brave little Ned dig up stone, chop some logs, and beat the chill before night falls again? This decodable reader practices silent e words such as ‘brave,’ ‘broke,’ ‘flame,’ ‘smile,’ and ‘safe.’