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The Best Seat in First Grade

by Katharine Kenah Publisher: HARPERCOLLINS

A first-day story about sharing surprising news

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Paperback New English

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AlbakiReads Editorial

A first-day story about sharing surprising news

On his first day of first grade, Sam tells his classmates that his elephant has had a baby—and faces their disbelief. The classroom exchange gives the story a clear focus on the gap between one child’s experience and what classmates expect to hear. As a Level One I Can Read book, it uses short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts for children beginning to read independently. The 32-page story also offers a setting familiar to children preparing for school or adjusting to a new grade.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who are starting first grade or taking another early school step.
  • Beginning readers practicing short sentences and familiar words.
  • Adults sharing an early-reading book with children at home or in a classroom.

Themes

First-day-of-school experiencesSharing news and being believedBeginning reading

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Book overview

This heartfelt story is just right for all children getting ready for first grade and other big early steps!

On the first day of first grade, Sam is excited to share his news with
the class. While some kids report losing a tooth or going to soccer camp, Sam tells the class that his elephant had a baby. "No way!" cry his classmates. "No one has an elephant." Will Sam be able to convince his classmates that he's telling the truth?

First graders and first graders to be will root for Sam, who is so excited to share his news that he can't sit still and nearly falls off his chair. First graders will relate, and their parents, caregivers, and teachers will smile in fond recognition.


The team that wrote and illustrated the I Can Read favorites The Best Chef in Second Grade and The Best Seat in Second Grade knows how to create a gentle, believable, sweet story that helps kids explore their emotions and reflect on their own experiences.

The Best Seat in First
Grade
is a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children
learning to sound out words and sentences. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short
sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support
success for children eager to start reading on their own.

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