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Here is a suggested reading list based on the grade level your child will be entering into in September. This is not a mandatory list, but rather suggested books that they may be interested in.
The Book that Almost Rhymed by Omar Abed, illustrated by Hatem Aly
A young boy has written a rhyming story, but when he starts to read it aloud, his younger sister interjects her own (non-rhyming) ideas! At first, he is annoyed, but as he integrates his sister’s suggestions, he realizes that the unlikely collaboration made the story even better. Young readers will giggle over every silly interruption and non-rhyming line in this adorable picture book.
Genre: Fiction
Mr. Fox’s Game of No! by David LaRochelle, illustrated by Mike Wohnoutka
Young readers will love trying to beat Mr. Fox at his game. As Mr. Fox asks questions, you must answer with “No” even when the correct answer is “Yes!” Say the wrong thing, and you have to start the book from the beginning. This interactive and giggle-worthy picture book will have kids in stitches!
Genre: Fiction
Don’t Trust Fish by Neil Sharpson, illustrated by Dan Santat
Why, dear reader, must you NEVER EVER trust fish?
1) They spend all their time in the water where we can’t see them.
2) Some are as big as a bus—that is not okay.
3) We don't know what they're teaching in their "schools."
4) They are likely plotting our doom.
This nature-guide-gone-wrong is a hilarious, off-the-rails exploration of the seemingly innocent animals that live in the water.
Genre: Nonfiction
It Started with a P by Brittany Pomales, illustrated by Andrew Joyner
King Liam is known for his king-sized meltdowns. So when he has a dream that his birthday party was going to be ruined, he takes drastic measures. The only problem is that he can't remember what was going to ruin the party, just that it started with the letter P! Everything must go! Obviously the party is postponed, but he also says goodbye to pepperoni pizza, piñatas, pants (long, short, old, new, smarty, fancy), parrots; even the royal goat, Percival (after he's eaten all of the abandoned pants), and more. But... when he sends away all of the people, he finds himself positively alone. On his birthday. Will King Liam ever discover what that pesky and problematic P is?
Genre: Humor
Hank Goes Honk by Maudie Powell-Tuck, illustrated by Duncan Beedie
Hank is one rude goose. He doesn't see anything wrong with interrupting others when they're speaking. He helps himself to the cherries on the top of other people's cupcakes. He makes loud noises in the library and movie theater...and he's upsetting everyone!
But being rude, loud, and obnoxious can't always be fun—in fact, it can be downright lonely. Will Hank find a way to be more considerate of his friends?
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Nellie’s Big Splash by Cori Doerrfeld
When Nellie the sea turtle hatched, she was on a beach surrounded by lots of her brothers and sisters. Soon all the other turtles joyfully ran into the ocean and swam away, but Nellie? She was too scared. The ocean was loud, it was deep, and it was unknown. She stayed on the safe, dry sand instead.
But when night starts to fall and it gets too dark and cold for a tiny little sea turtle on land, Nellie realizes that if she looked past the scary crashing waves, there's actually a whole world out there, just waiting for her to jump in.
Genre: Fiction
Worm Makes a Sandwich by Brianne Farley
Meet Worm. He might be little. He might have no hands. But Worm would love to make a sandwich, just for you!All he needs is garbage! Join Worm on a humorous journey through composting, culminating in a delicious meal made from fresh ingredients he helped grow. Informative and entertaining, this is an excellent introduction to the composting process.
Genre: Fiction
Animals of the National Parks by Fifty-Nine Parks
Travel to our majestic National Parks to meet wonderfully wild animals in this stunning alphabet book packed with fun facts.
Complete with a beautifully illustrated map of all the parks, this phenomenal book is perfect for nature lovers!
Genre: Nonfiction
Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion by Alex T. Smith
Little Red is on her way to visit Auntie Rosie with a basket of goodies and some spot medicine. Along the way she meets the Very Hungry Lion. The Lion is eager to gobble up Little Red. The Lion's plan doesn't work out the way he wanted. Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion is a fractured fairy tale version of Little Red Riding Hood. It's a classic fairy tale with a safari twist! Alex T. Smith's fun, bold art brings Little Red Riding Hood to life in a refreshing new way that will delight young readers.
Genre: Fairytale
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