Reading List
Read through the list of my favorite and recommended books!
K-4th Grade
The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
Grade Level: Kindergarten
This story is a colorful and interactive tale of a caterpillar's journey to becoming a butterfly, teaching counting, days of the week, and life cycles with beautiful illustrations.
Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak
Grade Level: K-2nd
The main character Max, sails to the land of the wild things, which are huge monsters with claws. Not frightened of anything, Max tames the wild things, who agree that he is the wildest of them all, and they make him their king.
Frog and Toad Are Friends by Arnold Lobel
Grade Level: 1st-3rd
A charming collection of short stories about friendship and everyday adventures, perfect for early readers. This story tells the tale of a Frog and a Toad both with different personalities and their friends, like the snail teaching kids about different animal characteristics.
Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish
Grade Level: 1st-4th
Follow Amelia Bedelia, a quirky housekeeper, as her literal interpretations of instructions lead to hilarious mishaps.
Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White
Grade Level: 3rd-4th
A iconic story of friendship and loyalty between Wilbur the pig and Charlotte the spider, teaching kindness and sacrifice.
Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark by Mary Pope Osborne
Grade Level: 2nd-4th
The first in this classic and large series, this story takes siblings Jack and Annie on a thrilling time-travel adventure to the age of dinosaurs.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus by Barbara Park
Grade Level: 1st-4th
Junie B. Jones brings humor and relatability as she navigates the ups and downs of kindergarten, starting with her first bus ride.
Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña
Grade Level: K-4th
A fun illustrated story about a boy and his grandmother celebrating community and the beauty of the ordinary everyday.
