Animal Books for 1st Graders

Have you ever seen a cat with spots? Meet the Javan leopard - a big, beautiful wild cat that roams the forests! But why does it have those amazing spots all over its fur? And what does this powerful hunter like to eat for dinner? Discover the secrets of one of the world’s most incredible big cats and find out why these spotted creatures need our help!

Did you know orangutans aren’t monkeys? These amazing creatures swing through the trees of Indonesia with their long, powerful arms! Discover what makes orangutans so special—from their favorite foods to their incredible climbing skills. Learn fascinating facts about these smart and adorable forest dwellers.

Meet the amazing Sumatran elephant! These gentle giants have ears so big they might look like wings. But can elephants really fly? And what do these huge creatures like to eat - could it be YOU? Journey to the island of Sumatra to discover how these incredible animals live together and learn some surprising facts about one of the world’s most fascinating creatures. What secrets will you uncover about these big, beautiful elephants?

Did you know there’s a bear that doesn’t live on the sun? Meet the amazing sun bear! These small but mighty creatures have some surprising secrets. What do you think they eat? Where do they make their homes? Join us as we discover the incredible world of sun bears and learn what makes them so special!

Dot has a brand new cat, but there’s one tiny problem - he won’t eat a thing! Will he nibble warm bread? Nope. A shiny red apple? No way. A freshly cooked egg? Absolutely not. Poor Dot runs all over town, trying every food she can think of, while Cat just stares with his big green eyes. What on earth does this fussy little creature actually want for dinner? This decodable reader practices VC/CVC short vowels in words like ‘cat,’ ‘got,’ ‘hot,’ and ‘red.’

Meet Nakita, a caring helper who makes a difference! When she discovers an injured elephant stuck in a pit, she springs into action. Will Nakita be able to help this gentle giant feel better? Join her on an exciting adventure filled with compassion and teamwork!

Fish is grumpy. He’s tired of swimming, tired of bubbles, tired of fins! Could he be a rabbit instead? A bird? When a smiling cat says she’s a HUGE fan of fish, it sounds too good to be true - but is it? And who might become Fish’s very best chum in the end? Dive in and find out! This decodable reader practices the ‘ch’ sound in words like ‘chum,’ ‘munch,’ ‘catch,’ ‘watch,’ and ’teach.’

Coach Vic has a big surprise hidden in an old trunk, and when he pulls out a shiny white ball, everyone’s eyes go wide - especially Dog’s! Can the kids learn to smash, dig, and serve without using their feet? And what happens when a wiggly pup decides volleyball looks like the best dog sport ever invented? Get ready for paws, pounces, and plenty of giggles! This decodable reader practices the ’ng’ sound in words like ‘bang,’ ‘spring,’ ‘strong,’ and ‘swings.’

May the fairy has one simple job: fly through the garden and pick her very favorite flower. Easy, right? But wait - which bloom is truly the best? The sunny daisies? The pinky-pink roses? That mysterious red bloom no one has ever seen? Even the bees can’t agree, and a zippy little bee keeps buzzing, ‘Pick one already!’ Can May ever choose just one? This cheerful decodable reader practices open syllables in words like ‘fly,’ ‘go,’ ’try,’ ‘why,’ and ‘me.’

Meet the most adorable pups you’ve ever seen! From a tiny pup that fits in a cup to playful pups with their favorite toys, this book is full of furry friends doing cute and silly things. Some pups nap, some pups play, and some even make big messes! But what happens when all these pups get together? Will you join the fun and find out what a pup party looks like?