|
Here are some of our favorite books for children in Kindergarten and 1st grade. Please note that these titles can be found in the Easy, Early Reader, and Juvenile sections of the library, unless otherwise noted.
|
|
|
|
Lefty
by Mo Willems
Learn about a time when being left-handed could get people in trouble and more facts, in an innovative picture book by a New York Times best-selling author and a Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator.
|
|
|
|
If I Drove an Ice Cream Truck
by Alastair Heim
The Cat in the Hat imagines driving his own ice cream truck, along with Thing One and Thing Two, that offers such frozen treats as magical light-up Glow Cones, wobbly Shake-a-Lot Shakes with tiny legs, super-cold Slushies and many more zany concoctions.
|
|
|
|
Libby Loves Science
by Kimberly Derting
Libby and her classmates, including a new student, learn about the three states of matter when the ice cream for a welcome party melts, in this STEM-themed book that's perfect for aspiring scientists and newly independent readers.
|
|
|
|
Mercy Watson to the Rescue
by Kate DiCamillo
After Mercy the pig snuggles to sleep with Mr. and Mrs. Watson, all three awaken with the bed teetering on the edge of a big hole in the floor.
|
|
|
|
The Day You Begin
by Jacqueline Woodson
Other students laugh when Rigoberto, an immigrant from Venezuela, introduces himself but later, he meets Angelina and discovers that he is not the only one who feels like an outsider.
|
|
|
|
Maxie Wiz and Her Dragon
by Michelle Meadows
Young wizard-in-training Maxie must put her spells to good use when her new pet—a hatchling dragon—grows too large for the castle.
|
|
|
|
It's a Sign!
by Jarrett Pumphrey
One, Two, Kat, and Four want to form a club so together they figure out how to make a sign saying what their club should be called.
|
|
|
|
Fish and Wave
by Sergio Ruzzier
When a tiny wave grows bigger and bigger, what's a fish to do? Fish and Wave is a playful exploration of what it really means to go with the flow.
This book is located in the Easy Graphic Novels section of the library.
|
|
|
|
Gigi and Ojiji
by Melissa Iwai
Biracial 6-year-old Gigi learns about her Japanese culture from her grandfather when he comes to visit. Contains several Japanese words and a glossary of definitions and pronunciations.
|
|
|
|
I'm Not Small
by Nina Crews
Introducing young children to the concepts of size and comparisons, this engaging picture book follows a young boy who feels small in a world made up of big, big things until he discovers he is big, too!
|
|
|
|
The Frustrating Book!
by Mo Willems
Featuring bonus jokes, quizzes, nutty facts and A LOT of squirrels, this funny, furry adventure from the beloved author/illustrator of the Elephant & Piggie series follows Zoom Squirrel as he experiences brand new emotions, some of which he doesnt like, with the help of his Squirrel pals.
|
|
|
|
A Backyard Pet
by Doreen Cronin
Sugar sees all her siblings have different pets in the backyard. At first, she thinks some of them are silly (how can wildflowers be a pet?). But she wants to join in the fun and find a backyard pet, too!
|
|
|
|
A Gift for Nana
by Lane Smith
On a quest for the perfect gift for his Nana, a thoughtful little Rabbit encounters an assortment of creatures who offer advice, but nothing seems right for Nana until he reaches the highest peak and finally finds what hes been searching for.
|
|
|
|
Hattie Harmony : Worry Detective
by Elizabeth Olsen
Always finding the perfect thing to say or do to calm her friends anxieties, Hattie Harmony wonders if she can help herself when her own fears start to bubble up, in this humorous book that introduces young readers to the importance of self-care.
|
|
|
|
The Queen of Kindergarten
by Derrick Barnes
Wearing a tiara in her freshly braided hair for the first day of kindergarten, MJ is reminded of all the good things she brings to the classroom: kindness, friendliness and super soccer skills!
|
|
|
|
Circle Under Berry
by Carter Higgins
It's a puzzle. It's a read-aloud. It's a Rubik's cube on paper. This striking, delightfully different exploration of shape, color, and patterns redefines what a picture book can be. Read it once, read it ten times; see something new every time. An elegant and simple approach to explorations of profound depth, this enigmatic, thought-provoking concept book shows young readers that everything in the world can be seen from infinite perspectives.
|
|
|
|
Room for Everyone
by Naaz Khan
Set in Zanzibar, this lively rhyming picture book follows a young boy on a crowded bus as he learns, after many stops, that there is always room for everyone.
|
|
|
|
Chez Bob
by Bob Shea
Comic genius Bob Shea cooks up a tasty tale that proves anyone, even hungry alligators, can have a change of heart and learn to be a good friend.
|
|
|
|
See Where We Come From! : A First Book of Family Heritage
by Scot Ritchie
When their class hosts a Heritage Festival to celebrate the customs and traditions of people from around the world, five friends share stories about their family’s experiences of growing up in other countries and cultures.
|
|
|
|
Bird House
by Blanca Gómez
Rehabilitating an injured wild bird alongside her devoted Abuela, a young child helps the bird regain its strength and ability to fly until the bittersweet day when the bird is ready to return to nature.
|
|
|