First grade is a key year for literacy development as kids strengthen their early reading skills and begin to make the leap from picture books to beginner chapter books. Age-appropriate resources like this list of best-selling books for first graders will set your child up for academic success in first grade and beyond — and instill in them a lifelong love of reading.
By first grade, your child may be able to read simple books aloud, retell familiar stories, recognize an increasing number of sight words, decode major sounds in words, and write some words. However, at this time, children are still developing their visualization and reading comprehension skills. These widely-loved titles will help them strengthen those abilities! That’s because they include engaging images that provide plenty of context clues to help children connect the dots while reading, even as they explore more text-heavy titles.
For instance, Pig the Pug: Pig the Slob will have your child giggling and learning valuable lessons about how to stay active rather than being a couch potato. Meanwhile, book packs like Owl Diaries #1-10 Collection (Pack of 10) are specifically curated to bridge the gap between picture books and chapter books. Your child will enjoy the relatable characters and engaging stories.
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