How to Start First Grade

Steve is so excited to start first grade with all his buddies from kindergarten! But then a new kid joins the class, and, boy, is she impressive! Hannah is from Alaska, and she’s really cool. Even her show-and-tell is way more exciting than Steve’s. But exaggerating to make himself seem cooler just lands Steve in the principal’s office. Will he get into worse trouble, or can he maybe make a new friend?

Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.