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first grade books
These picture books make excellent read-alouds at home or in the classroom for children ages 6-7. Various beginning reader books are also included, as each child's reading level is unique. The Five Finger Rule is a helpful way to find just-right books for elementary-aged children.
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picture books for first graders
Mr. Tiger Goes Wild by Peter Brown
One day Mr. Tiger has a very wild idea - it’s okay to be different.
My Teacher is a Monster! by Peter Brown
Bobby’s teacher is definitely a monster, but what happens when he sees her outside of school?
Snowmen at Night by Caralyn Buehner
Find out what snowmen do at night while you’re snug in your bed.
Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy
Mira and her neighbors transform their gray neighborhood into something vibrant and beautiful. Based on a true story!
Barnacle is Bored by Jonathan Fenske
Life attached to the bottom of a dock may not appear exciting, but it's about to be!
Stick and Stone by Beth Ferry
After being made fun of by Pinecone, Stone strikes up an unlikely friendship with Stick.
Cat Knit by Jacob Grant
Cat's best friend Yarn is taken away and turned into something new. Cat does NOT like it!
I'm From by Gary R. Gray, Jr.
Homemade pancakes and school yard games, explore the small moments that shape where a boy from.
Nobody Likes a Goblin by Ben Hatke
Goblin must leave the safety of his castle to rescue his best friend, Skeleton, but it's not easy when farmers, elves, and innkeepers don't like you.
You Read to Me, I'll Read to You by Mary Ann Hoberman
From friendship to seasons, you read one side of the story and I’ll read the other.
My Lucky Day by Keiko Kasza
Dinner shows up on Mr. Fox doorstep, but it may be pig’s lucky day instead.
The Truth About Dragons by Julie Leung
A boy's journey through eastern & western dragon mythologies showcasing the two cultures intertwined within him.
The Yellow Bus by Loren Long
What fills a bus with joy once it's no longer used to move children?
The Watermelon Seed by Greg Pizzoli
What happens when crocodile swallows a seed? Will he turn pink or grow vines?
The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds
Even the uncreative can make their mark.
The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by Jon Scieszka
Learn the other side of the story straight from the wolf’s mouth.
Bear Has a Story to Tell by Philip C. Stead
Bear helps his friends prepare for winter, but will anyone still be awake to hear his story?
Interrupting Chicken by David Ezra Stein
It’s time for a bedtime story, but little red chicken can’t help interrupting.
Flotsam by David Wiesner
A bright boy finds a mysterious camera washed ashore in this wordless wonder.
A Frog in the Bog by Karma Wilson
Fun, rhyming counting book about Frog eating his way through the bog.
1st Grade Early Readers
beginning readers for first graders
Hi! Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold
Who says flies can’t be pets?
Best Friends for Frances by Russell Hoban
Frances learns that sisters can indeed be friends.
The Bad Seed: Goes to the Library by Jory John
Will the Bad Seed seed be good and return his really cool book to the library?
Ty's Travels: Zip, Zoom! by Kelly Lyons
Ty takes his brand-new scooter to the park!
Nate the Great by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat
Nate the Great is on the case, but give this detective some pancakes first.
Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa by Erica Silverman
Saddle up for a ride on the range with pals Cowgirl Kate and her horse Cocoa.
The Thank You Book by Mo Willems
Piggie wants to thank EVERYONE, but Gerald is concerned she will forget someone.
nonfiction for first graders
1st Grade Nonfiction
One World, One Day by Barbara Kerley (305.234)
Learn about the mechanics of volcanoes and their eruptions.
Eruption! The Story of Volcanoes by Anita Ganeri (551.21)
Learn about the mechanics of volcanoes and their eruptions.
Jumper by Jessica Lanan (595.44)
Jumper is hungry and ready to hunt, but backyards are filled with so many obstacles! Excellent info about jumping spiders found in the back matter.
Parrots Over Puerto Rico by Susan L. Roth (597.709)
Fantastic true story of the green parrots of Puerto Rico.
Fly Guy Presents: Snakes by Tedd Arnold (597.96)
Fly Guy and Buzz take a field trip to the zoo to learn all about snakes.
Pierre the Penguin by Jean Marzollo (598.47)
Pierre looses precious feathers which keep him warm, but a neoprene wetsuit designed just for him saves the day.
The Vegetables We Eat by Gail Gibbons (635)
From glossy red peppers to pumpkins, you’ll learn how they’re grown and why they’re good for you.
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