Children's Books for 1st Graders
Yum!
It’s mango season on the farm! Join a young helper as they climb tall trees, pick juicy mangoes, and work alongside family and friends. From sorting fruit on blankets to selling at the market and trading on the river, there’s so much to do. But why does this family work so hard together? And what makes all that climbing and picking worth it in the end? Discover the sweet rewards of farm life in this sunny adventure!
Zom is Sick of Brains
Zom the zombie is tired of eating brains and wants to try something new. But everything he finds is old, gross, and rotten! A smelly egg, slimy wheat, lumpy milk, and strange brown sugar. Why is Zom collecting all these yucky ingredients? What could he possibly be making with such disgusting stuff? Join Zom on his stinky adventure to find out what happens when a zombie gets creative in the kitchen!
A Strange Day
Something very weird is happening in Minecraft today! Dogs won’t listen, a pig appears deep underground making strange noises, and farm animals keep showing up in impossible places. There’s a witch stuck in a map, a fish trapped inside a tree, and a fishing rod that won’t burn in lava. What could be causing all these bizarre glitches? Join this young player on the strangest gaming adventure ever!
Apam Cake
Mum has hurt her hand and I will help. I drop it in and we put the lid on. Oops. It is burnt. They are not all burnt. I did it!
Be a Tree
A young girl imagines herself as the mighty Queen Tree, leading all the forest trees in her grand adventures. But when she wanders too far from home, she discovers that being brave and independent is exciting—until she realises what she’s really missing. Will she find her way back to the people who love her most?
Cats and Crabs
When Deb’s curious cat discovers something unusual hiding in a hole in the yard, she rushes out to investigate. To her surprise, it’s a crab! Deb decides to rescue the little creature and bring it inside to keep it safe from her playful kitten. She feeds the crab and watches it grow bigger and bigger. But then something unexpected happens—the crab has babies! Can Deb take care of a whole crab family, or will these tiny creatures have other plans?
Hot or not?
Steve catches a cod and learns how to cook it over a fire. The next day, he has chicken to cook but runs into a problem—there’s no wood for a fire! What creative solution will Steve find to cook his meal? Join him as he explores different ways to make food hot and tasty.
In the Sky
Look up at the clouds! A man made of clouds waves hello and starts to dance a jig. Soon he brings a friend, and before long, there’s a whole band playing music in the sky! But what happens when the cloud band’s drums start making thunder? Will the children have to go inside, or can they find a way to keep the music going? Grab a blanket and watch the sky to find out!
Lonely Golem
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be the only Iron Golem in a village? This gentle giant protects everyone from scary mobs, but when the sun goes down, he’s all alone. The cats run away, the pigs get scared, and the villagers just go to sleep. What would happen if a golem could make a friend? What kind of games would they play? What would they talk about? Discover the secret wishes of a lonely protector!
Monster Pile
Ben needs to feed his cat, but when he goes to find her, he discovers that she’s been taken by a monster. He bravely puts all of the monster’s stuff in a bin and rescues his cat.