FIRST CHAPTER BOOKS
Books are listed in alphabetical order by title. Click on the book link to have the book dropped directly into an Amazon.com shopping cart.
Bunnicula (series of 7 titles) by James Howe
The madcap tales of the beloved vampire bunny, Bunnicula, and his animal pals, Harold, Chester, and Howie.
Liz says:
“James Howe is awesome. These are great as first chapter books for 2nd and 3rd graders or as read-alouds for 1st graders.”
Freckle Juice by Judy Blume
Andrew wants freckles so badly that he buys Sharon's freckle recipe for fifty cents.
Liz says:
“This is a fun story with a great message about self acceptance. Perfect if you’re looking for something beyond the typical series books for your 2nd and 3rd graders.”
Series by Monika Bang-Campbell
Little Rat is so human, you’ll love her. In addition to being great first stories they also have lots of great information!
Little Rat Sets Sail
With a little courage and a lot of practice, Little Rat overcomes her fear of sailing.
Little Rat Rides
Little Rat overcomes her fear and learns to ride a horse, just like her daddy did when he was young.
Little Rat Makes Music
Little Rat loves the violin but hates to practice, until her teacher suggests she perform a duet with one of the advanced students at the holiday concert.
Lightship by Brian Floca
Illustrations and simple text tell the story of lightships that were used in place of lighthouses in order to safely guide ships into port.
Liz says:
“This is a terrific book to hook your kids into non-fiction. It’s fun to read and has lots of interesting information.”
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Nothing by Jon Agee
When Suzie Gump, the richest lady in town, walks into Otis's empty antique shop and insists on buying nothing, she starts a fad that has everyone buying nothing and emptying their homes and stores to make room for it--until Suzie realizes things have gone too far.
Another Perfect Day by Ross MacDonald
What started out as another perfect day for a superhero performing heroic feats suddenly goes awry.
Bad Baby by Ross MacDonald
Superhero Jack finds his life turned upside down by the arrival of a very big, and very naughty, baby sister.
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Adele & Simon by Barbara McClintock
When Adele walks her little brother Simon home from school he loses one more thing at every stop: his drawing of a cat at the grocer's shop, his books at the park, his crayons at the art museum, and more.
Swift by Robert Blake
After his father is attacked by a bear, a young boy must trust the instincts of his dog Swift in order to save his dad and return home safely.
Uh-oh, Cleo by Jessica Harper
What starts out as a perfectly ordinary day in the Small house turns into Stitches Saturday when Cleo gets a cut on the head after her twin brother, Jack, accidentally pulls down their Toy House.
Kids of the Polk Street School by Patricia Reilly Giff
These funny, heartwarming stories portray the ups and downs of life in elementary school.
Pictures from Our Vacation by Lynne Rae Perkins
Given a camera that takes and prints tiny pictures just before leaving for the family farm in Canada, a young girl records a vacation that gets off to a slow start, but winds up being a family reunion filled with good memories.
Elephant & Piggie
My Friend is Sad by Mo Willems
When Gerald the Elephant is sad, Piggie is determined to cheer him up, but finds after many tries that it only takes the simplest thing to change Gerald's mood.
Today I Will Fly! by Mo Willems
While Piggie is determined to fly, Elephant is skeptical, but when Piggie gets a little help from others, amazing things happen.
Ivy + Bean by Annie Barrows
Sometimes opposites really do attract. This series is about friendship and is filled with adventure and fun.
Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown
After a bulletin board ralls on Stanley while he is sleeping, he finds that being flat has its advantages.
Liz says:
“These adorable, quirky books are a favorite of kids of all ages.”