Recommended Books First Grade Beginning Reader

GET READY TO EMBARK ON A TINY ADVENTURE! “You mean you’re going to have a baby?” “Babies.” The Robinsons are expecting…trouble, that is. With six newborn...

DOES RITA HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SWIM WITH THE SHARKS? Rita’s times aren’t good enough to swim with the Sharks—the team where all her friends compete. At first...

"...DOES RITA HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SWIM WITH THE SHARKS? Rita’s times aren’t good enough to swim with the Sharks—the team where all her friends compete. At first.... DOES RITA HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO SWIM WITH THE SHARKS? Rita’s times aren’t good enough to swim with the Sharks—the team where all her friends compete. At first she’s determined to improve, but is Rita ready to attempt complicated flip..."

An early chapter book from Newbery Medal winner Betsy Byars When Boo brings home a dinosaur that only she can see, her brother Sammy, doesn’t want to...

"...An early chapter book from Newbery Medal winner Betsy Byars When Boo brings home a dinosaur that only she can see, her brother Sammy, doesn’t want to.... An early chapter book from Newbery Medal winner Betsy Byars   When Boo brings home a dinosaur that only she can see, her brother Sammy, doesn’t..."

When a man joins the Navy, his family joins the Navy.

"...situations mixed with humor, this chapter book deserves a special flyover by the Blue Angels.”—The Horn Book Magazine   “This entertaining read will appeal to fans of Judy Moody and Ramona Quimby.”—School Library Journal   “...award-winning author Holt tells a lively family story that draws on her experiences of growing up a Navy brat.”—Booklist   “Crisp writing from a National Book Award winner..."

Every bunny at Grand Rabbits School is excited about the spring play. As the star, Zoe has to lead her whole class in the Bunny Hop. But she has one big...

"...and the school play! Beginning chapter book readers will love Cinder Rabbit, a story filled with humor and pizzazz.” —Phyllis Root, author of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winning Big Momma Makes the World “This simple, sweet beginning chapter book contains the right amount of story for children just starting..."

Jo, Flo, and Mo are robbers who live on a lane. Jo is strong. Flo is loud. Mo is quick. They rob people who come up the lane. But when they go to rob the old...

"...!. “A terrific offering for new readers.” —Kirkus Reviews..."

What is a community without heart? Uh-oh! - Mrs. Krnc is at it again! Rachel and her younger friend Brian know that their other neighbor Mr. Gioia is going...

"...that works for everyone. Humorous drawings accompany this thought-provoking chapter book..."

Wilson Williams worries about passing his times-table tests Wilson has a hard time with math, especially with Mrs. Porter's timed multiplication tests. If...

"...a suspenseful and satisfying beginning chapter book." --The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books..."

Polly Peterson knows that baby teeth are for babies like her little brother, Max. And yet she’s the only kid in her third grade class who hasn’t lost a single...

"...graders leave teeth under their pillows? Or is the tooth fairy also just for babies? In this charming and funny book filled with exuberant illustrations, Polly learns that true growth isn’t measured..."

Piper’s dad—the Navy Chief—might be gone again, but Piper’s got plenty to keep her busy at home: new neighbors, a spaceship beach house, a trip to New Orleans,...

"...to win, but teaching tricks to her dog seems nearly impossible. Bruna is simply unteachable..."

There are a few things / about your best friend that you can only learn / when you see where he’s from. Minn knew / that Jake was from the city. But she...

"...with the text, capture the very essence of childhood summers. Good fun.” —Kirkus Reviews “Whimsical ink sketches enhance the storytelling in this creative early chapter book that features smart, endearing..."

SOCCER DREAMS AND PLENTY OF ACTION this second book in the Gym Shorts series scores high with new readers. There’s nothing Goose wants more than to play...

"...SOCCER DREAMS AND PLENTY OF ACTION this second book in the Gym Shorts series scores high with new readers. There’s nothing Goose wants more than to play.... SOCCER DREAMS AND PLENTY OF ACTION this second book in the Gym Shorts series scores high with new readers. There’s nothing Goose wants more than to play goalie for his soccer team. It looks like such fun – and so easy! – on TV. But to say Goose has a little trouble focusing is a bit of an understatement.  Luckily, his friend H..."

"OH, NO," SAID HEIDI. "IT'S THAT PIRATE AGAIN." IT SURE IS. Newly-independent readers will welcome the pirate's return. Billy and Heidi were walking to...

"..., the SS You Beauty, which had been hijacked by monkey-crabs. Like the first book about Bill and Heidi..."

HOIST THE SAILS! MAN THE POOP DECK! A side-splitting tale with ridicuous pictures to tickle the funny bones of kids everywhere. "Who is the captain of...

"...independent readers (and scallywags)!. Kirkus Reviews   Billy is the sort of boy who likes to sit in his..."

Maybelle is a lovely, plump cockroach. She lives in her own cozy little home under the refrigerator of Mr. and Mrs. Peabody. Maybelle knows it’s best to stay...

"...who will be welcome back any day.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review..."

Emily is tired of pumpkins. At school she and her friend Vincetta Louise have been doing pumpkin math, pumpkin field trips, and pumpkin writing. Can’t they...

It’s not easy being the middle child, especially when your dad is a Navy Chief. Meet Piper Reed, a spunky nine-year-old who has moved more times than she can...

From Mokie & Bik: Mokie and Bik lived on a boat called Bullfrog. They lived in it, on it, all around it—monkeying up ladders and down ropes, over the...

"...language and Jonathan Bean’s gorgeous, detailed pen-and-ink illustrations blend together in a book..."

What do dogs really think about their two-legged companions? It is the first annual meeting of the WOOF Society. Dogs of different backgrounds and breeds...

"...What do dogs really think about their two-legged companions? It is the first annual meeting..."

Having explored the alphabet (The Hidden Alphabet), colors (Lemons Are Not Red), and emotions (Walter Was Worried), Laura Vaccaro Seeger turns her...

"...Having explored the alphabet (The Hidden Alphabet), colors (Lemons Are Not Red), and emotions (Walter Was Worried), Laura Vaccaro Seeger turns her.... Having explored the alphabet (The Hidden Alphabet), colors (Lemons Are Not Red), and emotions (Walter Was Worried), Laura Vaccaro Seeger turns her extraordinary talents to opposites in this bright, colorful and imaginative book. Through a  series of ingenious die-cut pages, the reader discovers things that are the opposite of what they see..."

Meet Emily, and her new friend—sort of . . . Emily loves her shiny black lunch bag—the jewels, the way it sparkles. But one day a new school bus picks her...

"...navigates the rough waters of second grade.. “A good choice for readers new to chapter books . . and second..."

Eel was ill. He did not wake up feeling very electric. "Oh, drat!" he said grumpily. "I've lost my zap!" An adorably funny undersea adventure for...

"...with a shock that no one expected.. Chapter 1: A Morning Swim It was a cool, wet day at the bottom..."

Putting a fear to rest Sara Barker is afraid of dogs. Whenever she sees even a picture of one, she feels clammy and cold all over. So what's Sara to do when...

"...to Sara, and dog-lovers will enjoy seeing her overcome her fears in this easy-to-read chapter book..."

Max and his sidekick, Gordy, try various get-rich-quick schemes only to be outdone each time by smart-aleck Austin Healy. Peppy dialogue and a fast-moving plot...

"...Max and his sidekick, Gordy, try various get-rich-quick schemes only to be outdone each time by smart-aleck Austin Healy. Peppy dialogue and a fast-moving plot.... Max and his sidekick, Gordy, try various get-rich-quick schemes only to be outdone each time by smart-aleck Austin Healy. Peppy dialogue and a fast-moving plot make this easy chapter book a reassuring choice for newly independent readers..."