Books for 1st Graders
The following titles are appropriate for those reading at a 1st Grade level. Click the titles to locate or reserve a book.
I Can Read (ICR) Books
Mo Jackson series by David Adler
Mo Jackson is a little boy with a big passion for sports. He may not be the biggest or the fastest player, but he won't let that stop him from playing.
Mighty Truck series by Chris Barton
Clarence is a rickety old truck who goes from average to awesome when an unexpected trip through a mysterious truck wash transforms him.
Biscuit series by Alyssa Capucilli
Biscuit is a little, yellow puppy who always wants one more hug.
Andy and Sandy series by Tomie DePaola
When Andy and Sandy first meet on the playground, they are cautious of one another, but soon find a way to become friends.
Charlie the Ranch Dog series by Ree Drummond
Charlie has dangly ears, big fat paws and loves living in the country. He is glad to help on the ranch, after a bacon snack and a nap, of course.
Princess Truly by Kelly Greenawalt
Meet Princess Truly! With the help of her rocket boots and her magical, sparkly curls, she becomes a super girl and uses her smarts and strength to save the day.
Clark the Shark series by Bruce Hale
Clark is a shark with zing, bang, and BOOM! Well-meaning and enthusiastic, he doesn't intend to land in trouble, but he so often does.
Pony Scouts series by Catherine Hapka
No one loves horses more than Meg. Her family moves from the city to the country and she is soon surrounded by other pony-loving friends and ponies, of course, too!
Benny and Penny series by Geoffrey Hayes
Brother and sister, Benny and Penny, star in this comic book style early reader.
Penny series by Kevin Henkes
Penny is an energetic young mouse with a song she just can't wait to sing.
Work, Dogs, Work by James Horvath
Duke and his construction crew of worker dogs race to build and repair a highway from the city to the beach.
Ling and Ting series by Grace Lin
Ling and Ting are identical twins that people think are exactly the same, but time and again they prove to be different.
Puppy Sam series by Mary Labatt
Follow Sam, a sweet puppy with many adventures.
Katie Woo series by Fran Manushkin
Katie is a fun, sweet little girl who loves her kitty, Sweet Pea and enjoying life with friends at school.
Marley series
Marley is one rambunctious, adventurous dog who you just can't help but love.
Monsters series by Cari Meister
Starring in their own books, monsters Ora, Snorp, Moopy and Three Claws bring lots of fun!
Little Bear series by Else Holmelund Minarik
Little Bear's adventures include taking a trip to the moon and having a birthday party.
My Sound Box series by Jane Belk Moncure
Each title focuses on a new letter of the alphabet for young readers to expand their vocabulary and love reading.
Fancy Nancy series by Jane O'Connor
Ooh la la! Meet Nancy, who believes that more is always better when it comes to being fancy. Her larger than life personality adores all things fancy!
Pete the Cat series
The beloved Pete the Cat stars in a series for early readers which captures his amusing adventures.
Henry and Mudge series by Cynthia Rylant
Henry and his beloved dog Mudge share adventures, fun and companionship.
Mr. Putter and Tabby series by Cynthia Rylant
Elderly Mr. Putter gets a cat, Tabby, to keep him from feeling lonely. They are a perfect match.
The Cat in the Hat by Dr. Seuss
Dick and Sally are stuck in the house with nothing to do, until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure.
Ballet Cat series by Bob Shea
Ballet Cat enjoys adventures and solves conflicts with friends in these hilarious stories.
Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa series by Erica Silverman
Cowgirl Kate and her horse Cocoa, who is childlike and always hungry, are the best of friends.
Charlie & Mouse series by Laurel Snyder
Charlie and Mouse, two young brothers, enjoy a day out together, attending an imaginary party and collecting rocks.
Splat the Cat series
Enter Splat the Cat's world as he enjoys adventures with his unlikely sidekick Seymour who is a mouse.
Unlimited Squirrels by Mo Willems
An ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests host a page-turning extravaganza. Each book features a funny, furry adventure AND bonus jokes, quirky quizzes, nutty facts, and so, so many Squirrels.
Duck, Duck, Porcupine series by Salina Yoon
Loud and in-charge Big Duck, quiet and clever Little Duck, and friendly and gentle Porcupine are three friends with stories to share.
