Free Friendship Books for 1st Graders
Hantu
Meet Hantu, a playful creature who loves to pop up and surprise everyone he meets! But his fun-loving antics don’t always go as planned. Will Hantu find a friend who actually enjoys his games, or will he keep searching for someone who thinks he’s fun instead of frightening?
Pals or Not?
Two characters are trying to become friends, but things keep getting in the way. One seems prickly and not very cuddly! Will they find a way to get along? Follow along as they try different ideas to become pals. Can they figure out what it takes to be true friends?
Sad Tune
When a girl plays a sad, lonely tune on her flute, her tears transform into rain that spreads across the field. The animals hear the sorrowful song and wonder who could be so sad. What will they discover when they follow the mysterious melody to find its source?
Save It
It’s her tenth birthday and she gets wonderful presents from her mother - a doll, a guitar, pencils, and even a camera! But when Dad gives her a clay donkey money bank, she’s disappointed. She wanted a new phone! As she starts saving her coins and watching her donkey get heavier, something unexpected happens at her new school. Will she keep saving for that phone, or will her money find a different purpose?
Where is Pluto?
When the Sun can’t find Pluto anywhere in the solar system, she asks all the planets for help. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, and the others search high and low, but where could Pluto be hiding? Join the planets on an exciting journey across the solar system to solve this cosmic mystery!
Flip, Flop!
A little fish is tired of being a fish! He tries to stand like a rabbit and fly like a bird, but nothing works out. When a sneaky cat comes along, the fish learns that being able to swim might not be so bad after all. But can this unhappy fish ever find a friend who truly understands how he feels? Dive in to find out!
In My Tum
Join in the excitement at the street fair! There’s an eating contest, fun games, and a chance to win big prizes. But when the narrator gets so focused on winning the noodle-eating contest that they start neglecting their team, will they discover what really matters? Find out what happens when competitive spirit meets teamwork!
Jump Up!
Coach Vic has an exciting surprise for his students after school! When they discover it’s volleyball, Tim worries he won’t be good enough. But Coach Vic believes everyone can have fun playing sports. Will Tim overcome his doubts and discover the joy of this amazing game? Join the team and find out!
In My Life
Meet a child who loves the special people and things in their life! From fun games with friends to bike rides with grandad, from cozy story time with nan to discovering bugs with their brother—there’s so much to celebrate. But have you ever stopped to think about all the wonderful things YOU love and feel thankful for?
Sing!
Crow has just arrived in a new part of the woods and wants to make friends. There’s just one problem—he LOVES to sing, and he sings LOUD! When he belts out a tune for Rabbit, Rooster, and Lizard, they run away to find some peace and quiet. Poor Crow! He only wanted to share his favorite thing. Can this noisy bird find a way to make friends who will appreciate his love of music?