Science Books for 1st Graders
Thump Thump Thump!
THUMP! Can you hear the dinosaurs coming? Meet a boastful T-rex and a whole crowd of amazing creatures - some big, some small, some thin, some with mighty long necks that stretch up to the clouds. Who hunts in packs? Who has tiny twins hiding in the plants? And which dinosaur might actually be related to a chicken? Stomp along and find out! This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ’thump,’ ’those,’ ’through,’ ’thanks,’ and ’three.'
Insects!
Bugs are everywhere! Some hop in the grass, some fly through the air, and some even make stinky smells. But wait - not all creepy crawlies are insects! Do you know what makes a real insect? Learn about ladybugs, ants, wasps, and more amazing creatures. Can you figure out which ones are true insects and which ones are pretenders?
Husks in the Shade
Could you survive where the sun is sharp and water is scarce? Step into the desert biome, where cacti stand alone, husks freeze in the shade, and sand stretches as far as the eye can see. What treasures might be buried beneath the dunes, and how do clever mobs stay cool when the heat blazes overhead? Grab your map and get ready to explore a land of hidden wonders. This decodable reader practices the ‘sh’ sound in words like ‘shade,’ ‘sharp,’ ‘shines,’ and ‘stash.’
Little Book of Big Facts: Irrawaddy Dolphin
Did you know dolphins aren’t fish? Meet the amazing Irrawaddy dolphin and discover how these intelligent creatures breathe air, hunt for food, and live together in river mouths. Learn fascinating facts about one of nature’s smartest animals and why people love them so much!
Little Book of Big Facts: Komodo Dragon
Have you ever seen a lizard as big as a person? Meet the Komodo dragon - one of the most amazing creatures on Earth! These giant lizards live on a special island far away in Indonesia. But what do these huge reptiles eat? Where do they sleep when it gets cold? And how do they keep their babies safe? Open this book to discover fascinating facts about one of the world’s coolest animals!
Little Book of Big Facts: Sumatran Tiger
Meet the amazing Sumatran tiger! This big cat has striking orange and white stripes and lives deep in the forests of Sumatra. Did you know tigers have enormous fangs and are incredibly strong hunters? Discover fascinating facts about how these magnificent creatures live in the wild and why so many people love them.