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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.
Oona Bramblegoop’s Sideways Magic by Kate Korsh
Oona Bramblegoop is a Newbie fairy, and she’s determined to do big things, especially if they can impress her idol, the Tooth Fairy. There’s just one problem: Oona’s magic never goes quite how she planned. Oona’s protection spells work great, but only if you don’t mind getting a wedgie from a pair of magical underwear. And don’t even mention the smell disaster that resulted from her first fire spell . . . yikes! Good thing Oona is creative, and she never gives up, no matter how surprising her magic gets.
Genre: Fantasy
Sofia Martinez: Every Day is Exciting by Jacqueline Jules
When Sofia is around, every moment of every day is exciting. This spunky 7-year-old can even make having the hiccups fun! Can you imagine what kind of fun Sofia will have at her first quinceañera or when the lights go out? No matter what happens, it will be memorable if Sofia is involved! This early chapter book from the Sofia Martinez series includes Spanish words in the text and a Spanish glossary.
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Super Pancake by Megan Wagner Lloyd
Life in Breakfast Town is pretty uneventful for Peggy Pancake. Her parents are always on her case, she's stuck in her perfect brother's shadow, and she just can't seem to avoid the Bacon Bullies at school. That is until one day, after an accidental mixup, Peggy finds herself with superhero abilities... Now, Peggy can flip! She can fight! She can FLY! With the help of her new friend, Luc Croissant, Peggy must master her newfound skills. But danger is lurking in the Maple Mountains where Dr. Evil Breakfast Sandwich and his evil Henchtoasts are plotting something sinister. Can Peggy harness her powers and save all that is dear? Find out in: SUPER PANCAKE!
Genre: Graphic Novel
The Best Worst Camp Out Ever by Joe Cepada
A boy and his father go on a camping trip where everything goes wrong! Or does it? Despite one disaster after another, in the end, father and son agree it was their best weekend ever! From Joe Cepeda, a Theodor Seuss Geisel and Pura Belpré Honor Winner, this early reader comic is perfect for first graders to read on their own!
Genre: Realistic Fiction
The Underdogs Catch a Cat Burglar by Kate Temple and Jol Temple
Crime is on the rise in Dogtown, and it’s all thanks to a mysterious cat burglar! They’ve stolen everything from handbags to ham sandwiches, and nobody has been able to catch them. Now The Underdog Detective Agency is on the case...but as their name might suggest, they aren’t exactly the best sleuths in town.So to catch this menacing cat burglar, they may have to do the unthinkable and hire their first-ever cat detective. Enter Fang, a street-smart, one-eyed feline and the newest member of the team.
Genre: Graphic novels, realistic fiction
Murray the cat likes the quiet life. His favorite activities are snoozing, sleeping, and napping. Too bad for him, he lives with Bun, a rabbit who is bound to end up in trouble, and Fumblethumb, a wizard who accidentally enchanted the cap flap. Which means now the cat flap usually leads to the garden, but sometimes it leads to...ADVENTURE!
Which is how Murray and Bun find themselves in the land of VIKINGS!
Genre: Fantasy
What Would You Rather Be? A Tiger or a Tiger Shark? by Jerry Pallotta
What Would You Rather Be? A Tiger or a Tiger Shark? by Jerry Pallotta
Would you rather prowl with a tiger or swim with a tiger shark? Let's find out! Readers will compare and contrast basic facts about these kid-favorite animals before making the ultimate decision -- which animal would they rather be? Simple language appeals to developing readers, while photo-realistic art will keep animal lovers engaged.
Genre: Nonfiction
Dory Fantasmagory by Abby Hanlon
As the youngest in her family, Dory really wants attention, and more than anything she wants her brother and sister to play with her. But she’s too much of a baby for them, so she’s left to her own devices—including her wild imagination and untiring energy. Her siblings may roll their eyes at her childish games, but Dory has lots of things to do, including outsmarting the monsters all over the house, moving into the closet, and exacting revenge on her sister’s favorite doll. And when they really need her, daring Dory will prove her bravery, and finally get exactly what she has been looking for!
Genre: Realistic Fiction
What's Inside A Flower? And Other Questions About Science & Nature by Rachel Ignotofsky
For budding backyard scientists comes a nonfiction picture book series. This stunning book is an introduction to these flowery showstoppers from seeds to roots to blooms. Rachel Ignotofsky's distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about flowers.
Genre: Nonfiction
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