Beginning Readers Level 1

These level 1 reading books feature short sentences, big type, and supportive picture clues. Often, you’ll see repetition in sentence structure as well as rhyme, both of which help the reader predict and decode new words.

Updated December 21, 2022
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Rainbow
Bauer, Marion Dane
Paper Book
Newbery Honor recipient and New York Times bestselling author Marion Dane Bauer teaches beginning readers about rainbows in this bright Level 1 Ready-to-Read. What is that colorful arc in the sky? It is a rainbow. Rainbows are always pretty to look at, but where do they...
Where is the sun?
Carle, Eric
Paper Book
Where is the sun? Follow it as it moves across the sky in this poetic Ready-to-Go! Ready-to-Read filled with Eric Carle's iconic art style. Perfect for kids at the beginning of their reading journeys, Where Is the Sun? was written for children who have learned the alphabet...
Teamwork wins!
Cena, John
Paper Book
It's up to Elbow Grease, the little blue monster truck who never gives up, to help his brother and his whole monster truck family in this Step 1 reader from superstar entertainer and #1 New York Times bestselling author John Cena! A fun and fast-paced leveled reader from...
Teamwork wins!
Cena, John
Paper Book
It's up to Elbow Grease, the little blue monster truck who never gives up, to help his brother and his whole monster truck family in this Step 1 reader from superstar entertainer and #1 New York Times bestselling author John Cena! A fun and fast-paced leveled reader from...
Pete the cat's not so groovy day
Dean, Kim 1969-
Paper Book
Pete the Cat searches for the bright spots during a not so groovy day in this Level 1 I Can Read from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean! Pete the Cat is having a bad day: his best shirt is dirty, he left his crayons at home, and he's late for school....
Pete the Cat's trip to the supermarket
Dean, Kim 1969-
Paper Book
Pete the Cat helps out at the supermarket in this Level 1 I Can Read tale from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean. Along with his dad and brother, Pete the Cat heads off to the supermarket. But what happens when Dad loses the...
You can read, Pout-Pout Fish!
Diesen, Deborah
Paper Book
You Can Read, Pout-Pout Fish! is a Level 1 Beginning Reader about learning to read featuring the star of Deborah Diesen's New York Times bestselling Pout-Pout Fish series--with illustrations by Dan Hanna. Pout-Pout Fish is learning to read! With his teacher's...
Go, dog. go!
Eastman, P. D. (Philip D.)
Paper Book
NATIONAL BESTSELLER * P.D. Eastman's canine classic--perfect for fans of the Netlix Original Go, Dog. Go! animated preschool series! Written for beginning readers using only 75 different words, this beloved Beginner Book by P.D. Eastman--edited by Dr. Seuss--features all...
Sam and the firefly
Eastman, P. D. (Philip D.)
Paper Book
Sam the Owl and Gus the Firefly literally light up the sky in this classic Beginner Book edited by Dr. Seuss. In Sam and the Firefly, P. D. Eastman (author of Are You My Mother? and Go, Dog. Go!) introduces us to the dynamic duo of Sam and Gus, who soar through the air writing...
Calling all master builders!
Fentiman, David
Paper Book
Who are the Master Builders? Do they have what it takes to stop an evil LEGO® tyrant from ending the LEGO world? This all-new Level 1 reader from DK's levelled reading program follows the adventures of The LEGO® Movie, assembling in February 2014. DK Readers are a multi-level reading...
Dixie and the class treat
Gilman, Grace.
Paper Book
It's Emma's turn to make a healthy snack for her class. But when the ingredients get mixed up in her favorite oatmeal spice cookie recipe, it falls to Dixie to woof in to the rescue!
Ms. Turtle, the babysitter
Gorbachev, Valeri.
Paper Book
Ms. Turtle is the best babysitter ever. When the little frogs are sad, she finds a way to make them smile. Gorbachev's playful characters are sure to appeal to anyone who has ever had a favorite babysitter. Full color.
A new hope
Grange, Emma.
Paper Book
Relive the exciting story of the iconic Star Wars(tm): Episode IV movie, retold in LEGO® form for young readers with their favorite LEGO Star Wars minifigures and sets. Help the rebels rescue their leader Princess Leia from the evil empire in DK Readers L1: LEGO Star Wars:...
Who goes to school?
Hillert, Margaret.
Paper Book
Simple text and illustrations depict animals in various work and training situations and conclude that school can be fun for animals and for boys and girls.
Happy go ducky
Urbanovic, Jackie.
Paper Book
Irene is out for the day, leaving Max in charge. But when Max comes down with spring fever, Irene's to-do list gets turned upside down!
The bad seed goes to the library
John, Jory
Paper Book
The Bad Seed borrows an awesome book from the library in this Level One I Can Read by the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald! The Bad Seed is in a good mood...for once. That's because there's a really cool book at the library available for checkout....
The good egg and the talent show
John, Jory
Paper Book
The Good Egg discovers his true talent in this Level One I Can Read by the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald! The talent show is today and the Good Egg is so excited. There's just one problem. He doesn't have an act! When the talent show...
Pinkalicious : soccer star
Kann, Victoria
Paper Book
Readers can watch Pinkalicious and Peterrific on the funtastic PBS Kids TV series Pinkalicious & Peterrific! #1 New York Times bestselling author Victoria Kann brings young readers on a pinkatastic glove-trotting adventure! Pinkalicious and her soccer team, the...
See the cat : three stories about a dog
LaRochelle, David
Paper Book
Winner of the 2021 Theodor Seuss Geisel Award Move over, Spot. . . . Spoofing classic primers, Max the Dog talks back to the book in a twist that will have fans of funny early readers howling. See Max. Max is not a cat--Max is a dog. But much to Max's dismay,...
Ten apples up on top!
LeSieg, Theo. 1904-1991
Paper Book
Count your way through this silly stacking adventure with Dr. Seuss! Don't let the apples drop! Three animal friends practice balancing apples on their heads in this hilarious introduction to counting, illustrated by Roy Mckie. The sturdy board book teaches all about numbers,...
Princesses and puppies
Liberts, Jennifer 1970-
Paper Book
Ariel, Merida, Belle, and all the Disney princesses laugh and play with cute, cuddly puppies in this Step 2 leveled reader. It's perfect for girls ages 4-6 who are just learning to read on their own.
Splat the cat : up in the air at the fair
Lin, Amy Hsu
Paper Book
Splat the Cat is back in New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Rob Scotton's beginning reader Splat the Cat: Up in the Air at the Fair. In this Level 1 I Can Read book, Splat, Spike, and Plank can't wait to go to the fair. But when Kitten can't come, the friends are...
Splat the Cat takes the cake
Lin, Amy Hsu.
Paper Book
Splat's messy adventures will delight beginning readers in this I Can Read book from New York Times bestselling author-artist Rob Scotton. Splat loves watching his favorite superhero, Super Cat, on the family TV, but when the set breaks, Splat has no way to watch his...
Pirate attack!
Lock, Deborah.
Paper Book
Join Captain Blackbeard and his pirate crew for an action-packed adventure on the high seas in this Level 2 DK Reader that features photographs, diagrams, fun facts, and strong visual clues. Pirate Attack! will build reading skills while teaching exciting vocabulary and entertaining young...
Otis's busy day
Long, Loren
Paper Book
Featuring the New York Times bestselling character Otis! Otis is a very busy tractor. He loves working on the farm and playing with his friends. But at the end of a long day, Otis is happy to go home and rest! This is the perfect complement to the Otis picture books and a...
Los ponis
Marsh, Laura F.
Paper Book
Tiernos y torpes, los ponis son adorados por ninos de todo el mundo. No importa si se encuentran en los zool gicos o corriendo libres por las montanas, estos animales son los favoritos tanto de los adultos como de los ninos. En este libro, informaci n fascinante se complementa con imagenes bellas...
I spy an egg in a nest
Marzollo, Jean.
Paper Book
A seasonally themed collection of I Spy riddles pairs easy-to-read text with elaborately detailed photographic spreads of springtime objects that invite youngsters to locate specific items and participate in a variety of activities. Original.
Big Brown Bear's up and down day
McPhail, David
Paper Book
Bear is big and bear is brown and bear lives all alone. But then one day someone comes along who gives him a few tips about the ups and downs of having a friend. With warmth and a gentle wit, David McPhail brings together two unlikely chums (along with some oatmeal, a windup car, and two...
Go, Otto, go!
Milgrim, David.
Paper Book
Otto the robot builds a spaceship in this funny and poignant Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book. This Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read by New York Times bestselling author/illustrator David Milgrim is part of the award-winning, star-reviewed The Adventures of Otto series! See Otto...
See Pip flap
Milgrim, David
Paper Book
Otto and his friends are back in this Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book. See Pip Flap is a Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read, part of the award-winning, star-reviewed The Adventures of Otto series by New York Times bestselling author/illustrator, David Milgrim. ...
Fancy Nancy at the museum
O'Connor, Jane
Paper Book
Nancy's class is going on a trip to the museum. Even after a bumpy bus ride, Nancy finds a way to make the day extra-fancy!
Peanut butter and jellyfish
O'Connor, Jane
Paper Book
Join Fancy Nancy on an exciting trip to the aquarium in this Fancy Nancy I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Jane O'Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser. During a class trip to the aquarium, Fancy Nancy is enjoying all the incredible sea creatures--that is...
Spectacular spectacles
O'Connor, Jane.
Paper Book
Nancy thinks that Bree's new glasses are simply spectacular. After all, they are lavender. They are glittery. And best of all, they come in a silver case. So when Bree tells Nancy all about her trip to the eye doctor, Nancy can't help but wonder if her own eyesight is perhaps...
Amelia Bedelia is for the birds
Parish, Herman.
Paper Book
Amelia Bedelia loves her swing set. So one day, when she spots two birds building a nest on top of her slide, she is annoyed. How is she supposed to slide and have fun when there is a messy pile of twigs and grass in the way Amelia Bedelia's mother tells her to let the birds...
Big snowman, little snowman
Rabe, Tish
Paper Book
Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey--teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven--to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Encountering Everest-like conditions, mystical trolls and a hilarious...
Spider-Man : the amazing story
Saunders, Catherine.
Paper Book
The story of how Peter Parker acquired super powers and became Spiderman.
Star Wars : who saved the galaxy?
Saunders, Catherine.
Paper Book
In this exciting Level 1 reader, young fans will delve into the world of the Star Wars galaxy, learning about the people, droids, and creatures — including Luke Skywalker and R2-D2 — who have kept it safe from the clutches of evil. Packed with images, new animation, and...
Friends forever!
Shaw, Natalie
Paper Book
A new generation of children love Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by the classic series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood! In this Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read storybook, Daniel Tiger learns how to cope with his friend spending time with someone new!
Kiwi cannot reach!
Tharp, Jason
Paper Book
From the endless imagination of Jason Tharp comes a brand-new, interactive Level 1 Ready-to-Read that's perfect for fans of Mo Willems, Jim Benton, and David Milgrim and for beginning readers who like to giggle! Kiwi sees a rope. He wants to pull it, but he cannot reach! What...
Friendship on the high seas
Yolen, Jane
Paper Book
From acclaimed, prolific author Jane Yolen comes a colorful Level 1 Ready-to-Read story all about making friends at school. A little fish cannot wait to play with his new friend. Then he starts to worry: "What if she thinks that I'm too slow? That I don't know just...
Rocking the tide
Yolen, Jane
Paper Book
From acclaimed, prolific author Jane Yolen comes a colorful Level 1 Ready-to-Read story all about a school music concert! The fish are performing a music concert at school. But then they start to worry: "What if a current grabs my strings? What...
School of fish
Yolen, Jane
Paper Book
From acclaimed, prolific author Jane Yolen comes a Level 1 Ready-to-Read story bursting with all the excitement and a little bit of the nervousness that color a fish's first day at a new school. I look around. What do I see? Another fish who's just like me! A...

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