2024 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Easy Readers
There are countless easy readers for children looking to begin reading independently. In fact, it’s probably the most checked out collection in my library. And let me tell you, these books are well-loved. We just recently had to repurchase many new copies of old favorites so they had a chance to stand up to all those voracious readers!
Easy readers can be difficult to find, not so much in format, more so at the right level for your emerging reader. It’s important to ensure that your child doesn’t become too frustrated by reading something too high above their skill level. Rather, find books that both excite and challenge your reader at the same time. A note for parents, caregivers, and teachers, a level one by a publisher make look completely different from a level one by another. Stop by your local independent bookstore or public library and ask for some assistance in finding the appropriate titles!
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2024 Blogging A to Z Challenge: Easy Readers
Clara and Clem in Outer Space by Ethan Long
When Clara and Clem build a robot out of blocks, they have no idea where the robot (and their imaginations) will take them. But soon enough, they are in outer space! They see planets and stars, aliens and Mars.
Don’t Worry Bee Happy by Ross Burach
Bumble and Bee love to buzz around the pond and make mischief. Their cranky best friend Froggy prefers the peace and quiet of sitting on a lily pad. They may be an unlikely trio, but no matter what these friends dream up — from picture day problem-solving to a comical cure for the hiccups — you can count on hilarious, unexpected FUN!
Fox Versus Fox by Corey R. Tabor
There’s only one Fox . . . except when there are two!
Will Fox outfox this new fox? Or will he make a new friend?
Friendbots: Blink and Block Build a Fort by Vicky Fang
Blink is silly and Block is logical, and they’re best when they’re working together! Whether they’re searching for treasure, playing pretend, or learning to compromise, Blink’s imagination and Block’s clever ideas turn any ordinary day into the most fun ever. This time, the pair find a pile of boxes perfect for making a fort. But when the friendly competition starts heating up, will they be able to find a middle ground?
I Will Race You Through This Book! by Jonathan Fenske
This easy-to-read adventure breaks the fourth wall as Book-It Bunny challenges the reader to race her to the end of the story. But with distractions and tricks up her sleeve along the way, the competition becomes both fierce and funny at the same time. On your mark, get set, read!
King of the Mountain by Susie Lee Jin
All the fleas want to be king of the mountain and race to the top—until the mountain starts to move! They discover their mountain is a small part of a world that is bigger than the fleas ever imagined. Could it be some things are more important than being first?
The Lost Mitten by Jannie Ho
Oh no! A lost red mitten. Rabbit and Mouse want to return the mitten, but first they’ll have to figure out who it belongs to. Squirrel? No. Badger? Nope. As they continue through the forest and meet new creatures, Rabbit and Mouse are excited to find the real owner. They’re doing a good deed! But when the time comes, can Rabbit give up the mitten? Red is his favorite color, after all!
Pete the Cat: Super Pete by James Dean
When there’s trouble in town, it’s up to Pete the Cat’s alter ego, Super Pete, to save the day! With his cool jet, nifty goggles, and slick slingshot, Super Pete is ready to take down any bad guys.
S’more Than Meets the Eye! by Jason Tharp
Nugget and Dog are going to summer camp with their friends. Everyone is excited for ghost stories, hiking, and—best of all—s’mores! Especially Dijon. He’s going to see his cousin, Honey Mustard, and he has an evil plan like no other! Will it go his way, or will things get a little bit sticky?
Tiny Tales: Shell Quest by Steph Waldo
When a little slug finds new friends in the backyard, she notices they look a lot like her…except they have shells! Maybe a shell is exactly what she needs to fit in—but finding one is a lot harder than it sounds!
Ty’s Travels: All Aboard! by Kelly Starling Lyons
Ty wishes his family would play with him, but everyone is too busy before dinnertime. Luckily, Ty knows just what to do… Time for fun. Celebrate the power of imagination in All Aboard!
Who Would Win? Alligator vs. Python by Jerry Pallotta
What if an alligator picked a fight with a python? Who do you think would win?
This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two ferocious reptiles. Readers will learn about each animal’s anatomy, behavior, and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before finally discovering the winner!
This nonfiction series is full of facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all kinds of animal fans.
2024 is my ninth year participating in the Blogging A to Z Challenge. This year, I chose as my theme: Adventurous Readers with a focus on providing book lists focused on all types of adventures for readers from birth to teens. Each letter of the alphabet will focus on different sub-genres or age groups and will provide twelve titles of books. This theme coincides well with the summer reading theme for many libraries which is “Adventure Begins at Your Library” and no matter what type of books the kids in your life like, there is sure to be something they’ll find interesting over the course of the month. Stop by daily to check out the new books and other posts that I’ll be sharing in April.
