{"id":66167,"date":"2023-11-02T05:35:42","date_gmt":"2023-11-02T09:35:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/?p=66167"},"modified":"2023-11-13T07:35:16","modified_gmt":"2023-11-13T11:35:16","slug":"the-best-non-fiction-books-for-1st-graders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/the-best-non-fiction-books-for-1st-graders\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best 1st Grade Nonfiction Books"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>First graders are full of excitement and wonder about the world, so nonfiction books are perfect for these curious kids. This list of nonfiction books for first graders covers a range of subjects from animals to science and beyond. Whether you&#8217;re looking for books that your child can read independently or books to read aloud, we\u2019ve got you covered!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"972\" height=\"1024\" data-attachment-id=\"67370\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/the-best-non-fiction-books-for-1st-graders\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?fit=1200%2C1264&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1200,1264\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;1.8&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;iPhone 11 Pro&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1698575916&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;4.25&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;125&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.01219512195122&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?fit=285%2C300&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?fit=972%2C1024&amp;ssl=1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=972%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-67370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=972%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 972w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=285%2C300&amp;ssl=1 285w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=768%2C809&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=1458%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1458w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=1944%2C2048&amp;ssl=1 1944w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?resize=600%2C632&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/nonfiction-books-for-1st-graders.jpeg?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 709px) 50vw, (max-width: 909px) 67vw, (max-width: 984px) 61vw, (max-width: 1362px) 45vw, 972px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Get a printable of this list&nbsp;<\/strong>to take to your library. Just pop your email in the box below and it\u2019ll come right to you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script async data-uid=\"ba9e58d76c\" src=\"https:\/\/reading-middle-grade.kit.com\/ba9e58d76c\/index.js\" data-jetpack-boost=\"ignore\" data-no-defer=\"1\" nowprocket><\/script>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20 Terrific Nonfiction Books for 1st Graders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are 20 great nonfiction books for 1st graders:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">1st Grade Animal Nonfiction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Books about animals are always popular, and here are just a few titles first graders love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09K3LHQHX\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51103sR73hL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Truth or Lie: Dogs! (Step into Reading)\" title=\"Truth or Lie: Dogs! (Step into Reading)\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Truth or Lie: Dogs<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Erica S. Perl (Author), Michael Slack (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: August 23, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>This book is a <em>Step Into Reading\u2013Step 3<\/em> book, which some first graders will be able to read independently. Guided by the \u201cTruth Sleuth,\u201d this latest book in the series invites readers to learn about dogs in a unique way\u2013by having them spot the lie among the facts! The book is organized in an interactive question-and-answer format. Once the lie is revealed, the book elaborates on the facts. Books like this one are fun, boost kids\u2019 reading confidence, develop their critical thinking skills, and encourage them to be engaged and active participants in their learning.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09K3LHQHX\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08B32LCPH\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51yeIDUobbL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Ultimate Shark Rumble (Who Would Win?)\" title=\"Ultimate Shark Rumble (Who Would Win?)\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Ultimate Shark Rumble (Who Would Win?)<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Jerry Pallotta (Author), Rob Bolster (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: September 1, 2020<\/strong><\/p><p>In <em>Who Would Win: Ultimate Shark Rumble<\/em>, several types of sharks compete in a bracketed tournament. Through fun facts, realistic illustrations, and incredible photography, readers learn about the physical features and behaviors of each shark. The <em>Who Would Win <\/em>series books are a fun way for students to learn how to use evidence to compare and contrast and are perennial favorites among young readers. In fact, a veteran first-grade teacher told me that year after year, her students have their own battles over who gets to read these books first! <em><strong>Available on <a href=\"https:\/\/readingmiddlegrade.com\/amazon-kids-plus\/\">Amazon Kids+<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08B32LCPH\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1426308493\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51Vlk8j0ulL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"National Geographic Readers: Ponies\" title=\"National Geographic Readers: Ponies\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">National Geographic Readers: Ponies<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Laura Marsh<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: August 23, 2011<\/strong><\/p><p>The <em>National Geographic Readers<\/em> series is great for first graders who are just starting to read independently. These books focus on specific topics, and <em>Ponies<\/em> is a perfect choice for kids who love horses. The authors use brightly colored photographs, diagrams, fact boxes, and matching games to share tons of interesting facts about ponies. First graders will love the jokes in the margins of almost every page. My daughter is a huge fan of ponies and horses, and this was her favorite nonfiction book in first grade.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1426308493\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09VKF2LF8\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51HCR+5vVyL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"What's the Difference? Animals: Spot the difference in the animal kingdom!\" title=\"What's the Difference? Animals: Spot the difference in the animal kingdom!\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">What&#8217;s the Difference? Animals: Spot The Difference In The Animal Kingdom!<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By DK<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: June 7, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>Crocodile or Alligator?&nbsp; Porpoise or Dolphin? What\u2019s the difference, right? That\u2019s exactly what this book explains\u2013the similarities and differences between 60 commonly confused animals. The book encourages young readers to look closely at the animals\u2019 physical features to spot the differences and learn how to tell even the closest \u201ccopycats\u201d apart. My animal-obsessed kids loved this creative and useful guide!<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B09VKF2LF8\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">Sports Nonfiction Books for 1st Graders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These sports nonfiction books are full of information and inspiration for little athletes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1637275277\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61-pTTv0IvL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"My First Book of Basketball: A Rookie Book\" title=\"My First Book of Basketball: A Rookie Book\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">My First Book Of Basketball: A Rookie Book<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Sports Illustrated Kids<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: October 17, 2023<\/strong><\/p><p><em>My First Book Of Basketball<\/em> is a great resource for kids just starting to learn the sport. &nbsp;The book takes readers through an actual game, featuring a mix of photography, simple text, and word bubbles that explain the rules and basics of basketball, covering dribbling, passing, and shooting. A full glossary of basketball terms provides simple explanations for kids. First graders will especially love the Sports Illustrated action photography and the illustrated \u201cRookie\u201d characters on each page. This whole series is a fun and educational nonfiction pick for first-grade readers.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1637275277\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1645676293\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51O5V75IuqL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Courage in Her Cleats: The Story of Soccer Star Abby Wambach\" title=\"Courage in Her Cleats: The Story of Soccer Star Abby Wambach\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Courage in Her Cleats: The Story of Soccer Star Abby Wambach<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Kim Chaffee (Author), Alexandra Badiu (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: January 10, 2023<\/strong><\/p><p>An inspiring picture book for kids who love soccer, <em>Courage in Her Cleats <\/em>follows the soccer star Abby Wambach\u2019s career as she overcomes challenges and celebrates victories. As the youngest of seven siblings, Abby always had to be loud and clear about what she wanted\u2014which helped her as she worked her way up from competitive youth soccer to the U.S. Women\u2019s National Team. First graders will love the exciting soccer ball onomatopoeia\u2013 \u201cthump\u201d, \u201cwhizz\u201d, \u201cwhoosh\u201d\u2013 and the bold, bright, sparkling illustrations. I loved the author\u2019s repetition of the sentence, \u201cBut Abby was tougher,\u201d reinforcing Wambach\u2019s spirit and determination.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1426308493\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BYRGJPZR\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51bQM1nVcCL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Building a Dream: How the Boys of Koh Panyee Became Champions\" title=\"Building a Dream: How the Boys of Koh Panyee Became Champions\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Building a Dream: How the Boys of Koh Panyee Became Champions<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Darshana Khiani (Author), Dow Phumiruk (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: September 12, 2023<\/strong><\/p><p>This book captures readers\u2019 attention from the very first sentence: <em>In the billowy bay waters, hidden in the shadows of towering limestone cliffs, floats the village of Koh Panyee<\/em>. There, a group of young boys decided to form the town\u2019s first soccer team, even when the adults told them it was impossible to find space to play. Using wood scraps and old barrels, the boys built a floating pitch \u201cplank by plank, earning the respect of their elders and inspiring a younger generation. Once completed, the boys still faced challenges: the swaying and slippery surface tested their balance, and the lack of a fence pushed them to have better ball control. Eventually, the team went to the mainland to play in a district tournament\u2013but they felt like champions already.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BYRGJPZR\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">1st Grade Nature and Science Nonfiction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These picture books will inspire your first grader to explore the natural world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1797203479\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41u2AEczmlL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Over and Under the Waves\" title=\"Over and Under the Waves\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Over and Under the Waves<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Kate Messner (Author), Christopher Neal (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: September 13, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>This picture book is the latest addition to the award-winning Over and Under series. A family kayaking in Monterey Bay, California, observes just some of the wonders of life among the kelp forests. \u201cOver\u201d the waves, they spot sea lions, pelicans, and otters\u2014and are thrilled by the sight of humpback whales lunging out of the water. \u201cUnder\u201d the waves, the kelp forests are teeming with life\u2013leopard sharks, schools of anchovies, wolf eels, and moon jellyfish. These alternating perspectives capture the ecosystem\u2019s biodiversity and reinforce the idea of interconnectedness in the natural world. This quiet, thoughtful book would be great as both a bedtime read-aloud or as a mentor text in a science classroom.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1797203479\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1419759272\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51uKR6Cw4tL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"The Secret Signs of Nature: How to Uncover Hidden Clues in the Sky, Water, Plants, Animals, and Weather\" title=\"The Secret Signs of Nature: How to Uncover Hidden Clues in the Sky, Water, Plants, Animals, and Weather\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">The Secret Signs of Nature: How to Uncover Hidden Clues in the Sky, Water, Plants, Animals, and Weather<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Craig Caudill (Author), Carrie Shryock (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: May 17, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>This book, written by an expert wilderness trainer, shows young explorers how to observe nature\u2019s clues in any landscape: from snowy mountains to sandy deserts and from ocean coastlines to urban parks. Readers will learn to predict the changing seasons by tracking animal migration, learn the \u201csecret messages\u201d of rainbows, and determine if a thunderstorm is coming. The beautifully detailed, double-page illustrations and small fact boxes make the information easily digestible for first graders, and we loved how the book encouraged readers to put away their phones and maps and truly engage with nature. <\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1419759272\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1400314224\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51JKa-eT1cL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"We Are the Gardeners\" title=\"We Are the Gardeners\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">We Are the Gardeners<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Joanna Gaines (Author), Julianna Swaney (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: March 26, 2019<\/strong><\/p><p>Written by Joanna Gaines (of HGTV\u2019s <em>Fixer Upper <\/em>fame) and her children, <em>We Are the Gardeners<\/em> is an empowering book with an important message: \u201cA garden is hard work, but so is most of the good, important stuff in life.\u201d Inspired by their first potted fern, the family shares their story of learning to grow a vibrant, healthy garden. Gardening is full of ups and downs for the family, but their patience and perseverance lead to joyful results\u2013gorgeous garden beds filled with flowers, fruits, and vegetables. We loved that this story is told from the children\u2019s perspective, which helps young readers feel like they can become gardeners too.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1400314224\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">1st Grade Nonfiction About Inspiring Women<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the stories of just two inspiring and influential women in history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0593405978\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/5197Y8OPCGL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"I am Temple Grandin (Ordinary People Change the World)\" title=\"I am Temple Grandin (Ordinary People Change the World)\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">I am Temple Grandin (Ordinary People Change the World)<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Brad Meltzer (Author), Christopher Eliopoulos (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: March 28, 2023<\/strong><\/p><p><em>I Am Temple Grandin <\/em>is a part of the <em>Ordinary People Change the World<\/em> picture book biography series. The book uses cartoon-style illustrations, text, and word bubbles to narrate the life of Temple Grandin, an academic, scientist, and animal behaviorist who is on the autism spectrum. During Grandin&#8217;s childhood, few people understood autism. However, Grandin\u2019s mother and teachers encouraged her to explore ideas in her own unique way. This important book celebrates differences, helping readers\u2013no matter their age\u2013understand that \u201cthe world needs all kinds of minds.\u201d<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0593405978\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0593373405\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51dUQxDEKFL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Courage Like Kate: The True Story of a Girl Lighthouse Keeper\" title=\"Courage Like Kate: The True Story of a Girl Lighthouse Keeper\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Courage Like Kate: The True Story of a Girl Lighthouse Keeper<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Anna Crowley Redding (Author), Emily Sutton (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: August 16, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>In 1817, when Kate Moore was five years old, her family moved to Connecticut\u2019s Fayerweather Island so her father could become the new lighthouse keeper. As a child, Kate accompanied her father everywhere, thinking of herself as his assistant. Instead of insisting on more \u201cladylike\u201d behavior, Kate\u2019s father taught her everything he knew. When he becomes physically unable to perform the lighthouse keeper\u2019s demanding duties, 12-year-old Kate takes over. After 47 years of tending the island and the lighthouse, and after saving at least 23 lives, Kate is <em>finally <\/em>named the official lighthouse keeper.&nbsp; My daughter and I love picture books about women who defy traditional gender roles, and also those that bring attention to lesser-known heroes like Kate.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0593373405\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">1st Grade Nonfiction for the Kids Who Are Curious About <em>Everything&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curious kids will love these nonfiction books filled with fun facts about construction, birthdays, world cultures, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/154760929X\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51u+WDxB8tL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"How Was That Built?: The Stories Behind Awesome Structures\" title=\"How Was That Built?: The Stories Behind Awesome Structures\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">How Was That Built?: The Stories Behind Awesome Structures<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Roma Agrawal (Author), Katie Hickey (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: August 16, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>This book, written by a structural engineer, provides children with a comprehensive introduction to construction by exploring various building challenges, such as how to construct tall, strong, wide, or underground structures. Despite covering many topics, the colorful and engaging artwork helps prevent the book from becoming too dense, illustrating the principles that the author discusses.<em> <\/em>This<em> <\/em>is an ideal book for an adult to browse with a young reader interested in engineering, architecture, or construction.<strong> <\/strong>As they read, kids can attempt several home-based engineering projects offered throughout the book.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/154760929X\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1426373236\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/514+KBQcGyL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Weird But True! Birthdays: 300 Fun-Tastic Facts to Celebrate\" title=\"Weird But True! Birthdays: 300 Fun-Tastic Facts to Celebrate\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Weird But True! Birthdays: 300 Fun-Tastic Facts to Celebrate<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By National Geographic<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: September 6, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>From the world&#8217;s craziest cakes to the most elaborate gifts, kids will be captivated by the unbelievable ways people around the world celebrate birthdays. My own kids couldn\u2019t wrap their brains around the fact that the world birthday cake-eating champion ate 14.5 pounds of cake in under 8 minutes! This edition is a must-read for anyone who loves quirky facts, silly trivia, and captivating photography. Our family has bought several copies as gifts, and they are always a hit with readers of any age.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1426373236\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1452165149\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/61QDxmwJfCL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Everything &amp; Everywhere: A Fact-Filled Adventure for Curious Globe-Trotters (Travel Book for Children, Kids Adventure Book, World Fact Book for Kids)\" title=\"Everything &amp; Everywhere: A Fact-Filled Adventure for Curious Globe-Trotters (Travel Book for Children, Kids Adventure Book, World Fact Book for Kids)\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Everything &amp; Everywhere: A Fact-Filled Adventure for Curious Globe-Trotters (Travel Book for Children, Kids Adventure Book, World Fact Book for Kids)<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Marc Martin<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: October 9, 2018<\/strong><\/p><p><em>Everything and Everywhere<\/em> is a non-fiction book that invites curious kids to embark on a visual exploration of the world. It features elaborately illustrated pages dedicated to 15 diverse cities, countries, and continents and offers tons of information about food, culture, climate, architecture, and animals. This book is ideal for browsing and is especially fun for readers to flip through together. I keep our copy in the car\u2014my children and their friends pore over it constantly and point out the fascinating things they discover.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/1452165149\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/178868494X\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51USF06MAtL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Lonely Planet Kids Love Around The World 1: Family and Friendship Around the World\" title=\"Lonely Planet Kids Love Around The World 1: Family and Friendship Around the World\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Lonely Planet Kids Love Around The World 1: Family and Friendship Around the World<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Alli Brydon (Author), Wazza Pink (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published December 15, 2020<\/strong><\/p><p>This beautiful picture book introduces children to the myriad ways people from different cultures and countries express love. Each two-page spread begins with a metaphor, such as: <em>In the Netherlands, love is a poem; <\/em>and <em>In Chile, love is a dance<\/em>, and then gives a simple explanation of the ways love or connection might be expressed in that particular country. <em>Love Around The World<\/em> explores cultural celebrations, customs, and traditions and focuses on themes of family, friendship, and love as a universal language.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/178868494X\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">Creativity&nbsp;Nonfiction Books for 1st Graders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even first graders can master the art of writing jokes!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/179721392X\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51-fsKYv8IL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"LOL 101: A Kid's Guide to Writing Jokes\" title=\"LOL 101: A Kid's Guide to Writing Jokes\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">LOL 101: A Kid&#8217;s Guide to Writing Jokes<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By David Roth (Author), Rinee Shah (Author, Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: May 2, 2023<\/strong><\/p><p>If your first graders are little comedians, they\u2019ll love this guide to writing\u2013and telling\u2013jokes. While the book is packed with examples of great jokes, what makes <em>LOL 101 <\/em>unique from other joke books is that it teaches kids how to construct a great joke: introducing patterns, word play, storytelling, exaggeration, and more. The author also uses examples to teach kids about timing and delivery\u2013and also how to deal with a joke that doesn\u2019t get any laughs. This book is smart and thoughtful\u2014you can tell the author really cares about helping kids become more creative and confident.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/179721392X\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"is-style-carrow\">History Nonfiction Books for 1st Graders<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These historical nonfiction books for first graders will bring the past to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0805097708\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51FwX7KXqeL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Who Wants to Be a Pirate?: What It Was Really Like in the Golden Age of Piracy\" title=\"Who Wants to Be a Pirate?: What It Was Really Like in the Golden Age of Piracy\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Who Wants to Be a Pirate?: What It Was Really Like in the Golden Age of Piracy<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Bridget Heos (Author), Daniel Duncan (Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: November 26, 2019<\/strong><\/p><p>Many first-graders love pirates! But how many of them know the difference between Hollywood and historical pirates? In this fun picture book, Captain Parrot serves as a guide to show kids the difference between fictional and real pirates during 1650-1730, the golden age of piracy. Kids will find these real pirate facts almost as interesting as the tall tales. <em>Who Wants to Be a Pirate<\/em> is perfect nonfiction for first graders who love pirates and are ready to learn some fascinating facts.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0805097708\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0425291073\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51RibTWkB+L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Pizza!: A Slice of History\" title=\"Pizza!: A Slice of History\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">Pizza!: A Slice of History<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Greg Pizzoli (Author, Illustrator)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: August 9, 2022<\/strong><\/p><p>In America, 360 slices of pizza are eaten every second. In fact, all over the world, people love pizza. But where did pizza come from? This picture book, written and illustrated by Geisel award-winner Greg Pizzoli, takes readers through a simple history of pizza. Kids will love the bold color palette and short, clear sentences narrated by a cute cartoon, \u201cPizza Rat.\u201d They\u2019ll also love learning about the different types of pizza from different countries. (Bananas and peanuts on Swedish pizza! Shredded coconut on Costa Rican pizza!)<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0425291073\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Book\" class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-book2 ad-book-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fdfaf4\"> <div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0B8H2NMPY\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" itemprop=\"image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51AwmYUWLxL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"My Indigo World: A True Story of the Color Blue\" title=\"My Indigo World: A True Story of the Color Blue\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_wrap is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-metadata1 ad-book-block__meta\"><div class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-title\">  <h2 itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">My Indigo World: A True Story of the Color Blue<\/h2><\/div><div itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\" itemprop=\"author\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item ad-book-block__meta-item-author\">  <div itemprop=\"name\" class=\"ad-book-block__meta-item-value\">By Rosa Chang (Author)<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ad-book-block-description ad-book-block__summary\"><p><strong>Published: May 2, 2023<\/strong><\/p><p><em>My Indigo World<\/em> is the author\u2019s tribute to the beauty of the color blue and the history of the indigo plant. This unique picture book pays tribute to the science and art of growing the indigo plant and making indigo dye. The author, who has loved the color blue since her childhood in Korea, shares her passion for planting and harvesting indigo seeds and weaves in information on the cultural significance of indigo around the world. Simple instructions for growing your own indigo and making homemade dye will inspire young readers.<\/p> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fdcfc74e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0B8H2NMPY\/?tag=readingmiddlegrade-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BUY ON AMAZON<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>There they are: 20 of the best nonfiction books for 1st graders! Which of these books have been a hit with your kids? 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