Free Funny Books for 1st Graders
Cod
Deep in the cold sea lives the fastest, sneakiest cod on the whole coast - and nobody has ever caught it. Then along comes Steve, who has no rod, no net, no boat, and absolutely no plan. Just confidence! Can Steve outsmart a fish that’s slipped through every fisherman’s fingers? And what happens when he spots a bucket washed up on the sand? This decodable reader practises VC/CVC short vowels with words like ‘cod,’ ‘sat,’ ‘ran,’ ‘hid,’ and ‘got.’
I Think Curls Are Best!
Mara has one big rule: curly is ALWAYS better than straight! Her bouncy curls boing back every time, and even her cat’s tail agrees. But what happens when she meets a lion with a perfectly straight tail? Or tries to draw a straight line and ends up with a question mark? From spiral staircases to swirly buns, Mara is on a mission to prove curly wins - but will snack time change her mind? This decodable reader practises the th sound in words like ’think,’ ’those,’ ’three,’ and ‘smooth.’
Hush! Where Is the Cat?
Kit the cat has vanished from her pillow, leaving only a tiny dent and one white whisker behind! Where could she be hiding? Is she curled up in the big blue pot, tucked high on the cupboard, or giggling somewhere just out of sight? Follow along as one very worried kid hunts high, low, and everywhere in between to track down a sneaky little cat. This decodable reader practises the ‘sh’ sound in words like ‘shake,’ ‘shove,’ ‘bush,’ ‘dash,’ and ‘hush.’
My Curls
What would YOU do with hair big enough to block the sun, wrap you up in winter, or hide a whole dog inside? Every morning, it has a new plan - a puff, a twirl, a giant square for dress-up day! But when one big snip changes everything, will long hair ever come back? This decodable reader practises CCVC/CCVCC blends in words like ‘clips,’ ’twists,’ ‘grins,’ and ‘swirl.’
Not Again, Dr. Can Do!
Dr. Can Do’s workshop is a disaster - there’s stuff in every corner, slabs piled to the ceiling, and barely room to stand! Can a clever inventor tidy up without getting distracted? What happens when he spots the bubbling lava pit and gets That Look in his eye? Will his brilliant new plan actually solve the mess, or make things even worse? This decodable reader practises CCVC/CCVCC blends in words like ‘blast,’ ‘clump,’ ‘grand,’ ‘slabs,’ and ‘slump.’
One Last Task!
Doc is busy, busy, busy! He has a soft wool rug, a flock of sheep, and a head full of big ideas. But can one person really build a whole shop all on his own? And when his list is finally empty, will Doc put his feet up - or will he find one more task to tackle? Join Doc and Jill for a warm, bustling village adventure. This decodable reader practises VCC/CVCC words such as ‘barn,’ ‘fast,’ ‘help,’ ‘gift,’ and ’next.’
Find the Lost Pink!
Pam’s best socks are missing! Have you ever lost something you truly love? Pam’s favourite pink pair has vanished from its special box, and she’s not about to sit still while a sock thief is on the loose. Grabbing her looking glass, she hunts high and low for clues. Where could those soft pink socks be hiding - and who would dare take them? This decodable reader practises VCC/CVCC words including ‘best,’ ‘fast,’ ‘hint,’ ‘hold,’ and ‘pink.’
Not That Shade!
Ned the farmer has pigs, cows, and one very big problem - his new vest is dull, dull, DULL! Can a handful of red roses and a splash of gold really turn a plain vest into something fantastic? And what happens when Ned mixes the two together? Will he finally find a shade bold enough to wear into the dark? Join Ned and The Book for a colourful adventure. This decodable reader practises the ’th’ sound in words like ’think,’ ’this,’ ’these,’ and ‘both.’
Best Buds!
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?
Pig
What happens when a curious girl follows her nose to the smelliest surprise in the park? Something stinky is hiding behind a bush, and when she finds a muddy creature with a goofy grin, she knows she has to keep it! But how will she sneak it past Mum, and what’s really under all that mud? Get ready for mud puddles, muddy footprints, and a very bubbly bath. This decodable reader practises CCVC/CCVCC blends in words like ‘drops,’ ‘scrub,’ ‘stomps,’ and ‘grins.’