Book+Lists+for+Kindergarten+and+Grade+One

=="These books are books that our youngest readers can read on their own - not because of a "level," but because of the engaging story and great supports. They are appropriate and feature predictability and repeated phrases". //Beyond leveled __Books__ by Karen Szymusiak, Franki Sibberson and Lisa Koch//== //Apples and oranges: Going Bananas with Pairs// by Sara Pinto This is a book about how two things are and aren't alike. The concept is odd, but the text and illustrations are so predictable and supportive tht early readers love it because they can read some fairly complicated sentences. The book is great for discussion as well and could lead to some fun with writing.

//A Cat and a Dog// by Claire Masurel cat and Dog do not think they could possibly be friends until they take the time to get to know each other - a great lesson at any age. Simple text and supportive illustrations make this book great for new readers. Young readers also like it becasue they get to growl!

//A Good Day// by Kevin Henkes A bad day changes for Bird, Dog, Fox, and Squirrel, offering a lesson in point of view. Simple text and supportive illustrations make this story a great one for early readers. The conversation works especially well on those days when everyone seems to be struggling with something.

//Bark, George// by Jules Feiffer George's mother takes him to the vet because he will not bark. The vet finthat George has swallowed all kinds of other animals. Readers of all ages will enjoy the surprise ending. The text is supportive through repetition.

//Big Sister, Little Sister// by Leuyen Pham
Big sisters are more experienced at just about everything except being the little sister. Repetitve phrasing and a consistent font are used to support new readers. //Bounce// by Doreen Cronin This is an enjoyable book about bouncing. The rhyme scheme is easy to pick up on, and the pictures are supportive. //Bus Stop, Bus Go!// by Daniel Kirk Tommy brings his hamster on the bus ride to school and of course, it escapes. //Bus Stop, Bus Go!// repeats, and the dialogue is expressed in bubbles. //Butterfly Butterfly: A Book of Colours// by Peter Horacek This story, about a girl and a butterfly, has few words on each page, large print, colourful illustrations, a predictable pattern with matching pictures, and a surprise ending.