Are you looking for fun books to read aloud to your kindergartener? Take a look at this list of the best books for Kindergarten which will help you to get started with reading.
Kindergarten, Here I Come!
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This lively story with expressive illustrations and familiar classroom scenes will excite little ones for their first day of Kindergarten.
Clifford the Big Red Dog: Clifford Goes to Kindergarten
By Norman Bridwell, Illustrator Norman Bridwell
Emily Elizabeth is about to begin Kindergarten, and she feels quite nervous. Luckily, the teacher sent out a note to every student’s parents, stating that the children can bring in something from home to help with the transition process. However, the teacher didn’t expect a student to bring in something or someone as big as Clifford!
What Does It Mean to Be Kind?
By Rana DiOrio Illustrator Stephane Jorisch
In a classroom, a girl wearing a red hat shows bravery and compassion by being kind to a new student. Her kindness starts to spread, and soon, the entire community experiences a magical shift as more people begin to understand the importance of kindness and act on their best impulses.
I Knew You Could!
By Illustrator Cristina Ong
This charming and uplifting book is ideal for graduates of all ages who are transitioning from one phase of life to another. With its inspiring and enlightening words of wisdom, The Little Engine That Could remind us that anything is achievable if you set your mind to it, from “I think I can” to “I knew I could”!
The Little Red Fort
by Brenda Maier, Illustrator Sonia Sánchez
This retelling of Little Red Hen follows Ruby, who spots wood scraps and envisions an incredible fort. Will any of her brothers aid in its construction?
Things To Do
by Elaine Magliaro
Free verse poems that personify animals, natural phenomena, and common objects can be an incredibly constructive teaching tool for visualization. By using simple yet powerful language, these poems can help students not only understand the world around them but also stimulate their imagination and creativity.
The Bear and the Moon
by Matthew Burgess
This heartwarming story of a bear and a balloon is a great tool to start conversations about loss and disappointment in a comforting manner. Additionally, we find this tale to be an excellent example of narrative writing, as its rich and descriptive language can inspire students to improve their own writing skills.
Together We Ride
by Valerie Bolling
This story of a girl learning to ride a bike is a great opportunity for kids to connect and learn from it. By noticing the details in book illustrations, they can enhance their own drawings. It’s a fun way to encourage their creativity and imagination!
100 Things I Know How To Do
by Amy Schwartz
One of our new favorite kindergarten books is a rhyming list that celebrates all the things that kids can do! We love sharing it with our class at the start of the year, or anytime we want to celebrate our students’ abilities. It’s also a wonderful addition to any “100th day of school” book collection.
National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Science
by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
At the start of the year, it would be helpful to utilize the opening section to educate young minds about the habits and practices of scientists. Additionally, this compelling coverage of various scientific topics can be revisited as you introduce new science units throughout the year, providing a constructive and informative learning experience for the children.
