Classroom Recommendations K-1st

The Youth Services Librarians from Happy Valley, Milwaukie Ledding, and Oak Lodge Libraries have pulled together some of their favorite books that would be great additions to classroom libraries. Below are single titles, though most are linked to series. They are sorted by suggested grade level, but feel free to "shop" high and low!

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Updated August 3, 2023
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Narwhal : unicorn of the sea
Clanton, Ben
Paper Book
"The most lovable duo since Frog and Toad." --Dav Pilkey, bestselling creator of Dog Man and Captain Underpants The funny and adorable New York Times bestselling kids graphic novel series starring happy-go-lucky, waffle-loving Narwhal and somewhat cynical...
Pizza and Taco : who's the best?
Shaskan, Stephen
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * Streaming live on StewTube: Pizza and Taco!!! These foodie besties are on a mission to go viral! Will they get lots of likes for their awesome video? Find out in this hilarious installment of the bestselling chapterbook graphic novel series! Pizza and Taco...

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The funny book
Madan, Vikram
Paper Book
A walk in the dark and other scary stories
Brallier, Max
Paper Book
Jump into these spine-chilling stories from New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier, perfect for beginning readers! Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at children who are learning to read. With easy-to-read...
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2nd-3rd grade reading level, but excellent ideas for all readers, students can vote on their favorite title each spring


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