Science Books for 1st Graders

Have you ever wondered why birds are so different from each other? Some are tall with big legs, while others are small and fluffy. Some can zip through the air to catch fish, while others strut around farms looking for scraps. From their funny flapping to their amazing bills, birds are full of surprises! What makes each bird so special? Open this book to discover the wonderful world of birds and all their quirks!

Meet some amazing caterpillars! These fascinating little creatures come in many different shapes and sizes. Some have bumpy spines, some have stripes, and some are covered in soft, fuzzy hair. Each caterpillar is special and unique. What makes these caterpillars so different from each other? Discover the wonderful variety of caterpillars in the world around us!

Birds zoom, dragonflies zip, and butterflies drift past like leaves on the breeze - but what about us? Could three brave kids with big ideas and bigger dreams really make it up into the sky? When a fluffy cloud and a soaring kite both fail to lift them, will they ever find a way to fly? This decodable reader practices open syllables in words such as ‘fly,’ ‘sky,’ ‘go,’ ‘he,’ and ‘we.’

Discover the amazing world of foxes! From their clever ears to their swift movements, foxes are fascinating creatures. Learn about how these smart animals live in the wild, what they eat, and how fox kits grow up. Did you know foxes can be as clever as dogs? Read on to explore the secrets of these incredible red foxes!

Did you know there’s a perfect hat for every occasion? From sunny beach days to snowy mountain adventures, from cooking in the kitchen to marching in parades, hats do so much more than just look cool! Some hats keep you warm, some keep you safe, and some are just for fun. How many different types of hats can you discover? Which hat would YOU choose to wear today?

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!

High up in the sky, thousands of tiny raindrops are jostling at the edge of a grumpy cloud, ready for the wildest race ever. Who will splash down first? Who will reach the sea? And what happens when the hot sun starts to shine on the winners? Tumble down hills, rush through rivers, and discover a surprise twist that turns the whole race upside down! This decodable reader practices the ’th’ sound in words like ’thick,’ ’thin,’ ’thud,’ and ’through.'