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The Best Seat in First Grade

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The Best Seat in First Grade follows the story of a lively first-grade class as they experience the excitement and challenges of a new school year. When their teacher introduces a classroom pet, the children learn valuable lessons about friendship, responsibility, and teamwork. This delightful tale captures the innocence and enthusiasm of young students eager to learn and grow together.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this delightful story if you're looking for a charming tale about friendship and teamwork in a first-grade classroom setting. The book beautifully captures the excitement and challenges of young school life, especially for those navigating new social experiences and learning environments. If you appreciate stories that celebrate individual talents and how they contribute to a bigger picture, this one is perfect for you.

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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.

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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 favourites 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 itโ€™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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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Best Seat in First Grade by Katharine Kenah is celebrated for charming young readers with its engaging and educational narrative. The story follows Sam as he navigates the adventures of first grade, capturing the excitement and occasional challenges of new experiences. Readers appreciate the book's ability to resonate with children and its use of vibrant illustrations to enhance the storytelling.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062686442

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Abby Carter

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 64g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Katharine Kenah's Family Favorite is her grandmother's grandmother's brownies. The recipe for these delicious, fudgy-rich treats has been passed down for generations. Besides these delightful easy readers about Room 75, Katharine has written The Dream Shop, Eggs Over Easy, and many exciting nonfiction books for children. She lives with her family in Granville, Ohio. Abby Carter says that she loves creating odd characters, but hates drawing straight lines. She has illustrated several picture books and chapter books, including the Bestโ€ฆ I Can Read series written by Katharine Kenah, as well as The Curious Guide to Things that Aren't by John and Jim Fixx, and Andy Shane and the Very Bossy Delores Starbuckle written by Jennifer Richard Jacobson.

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