There may be some books where the main character is a Native American child living near Mount Rushmore. In the fictional story, the child could have a special connection to the mountain and through his or her eyes, we can learn about the significance of Mount Rushmore. It could also include some made - up legends about the mountain that are fun for first graders.
The first graders usually read children's books, including fairy tales, fables, myths, etc. These books usually have a certain plot and language difficulty for children to understand. In addition, Year 1 students can also read some simple picture books to help them better understand the language and stories.
It might be a fictional story about how Mount Rushmore came to be in a magical way. Like the mountain was a sleeping giant and some wizards carved the faces as a way to keep the magic of the land in balance. And the story could follow a young child who discovers this secret magic.
Fiction first grade books typically have colorful and attractive illustrations. These illustrations not only make the book more appealing but also help the young readers understand the story better. For example, in books like 'Clifford the Big Red Dog', the pictures of the huge red dog are very eye - catching and help the kids visualize the story as they read.
Well, for first graders, start with simple stories about things they know and love, like their favorite toys or pets. Encourage them to draw pictures to go along with their stories.
One great 6th - grade historical fiction book is 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry. It tells a story about a girl in Denmark during World War II. The characters are well - developed, and it gives a vivid picture of what life was like under Nazi occupation. It's easy for 6th graders to understand and really makes them feel the courage and friendship in difficult times.
One characteristic is simple language. 3rd graders are still building their reading skills, so the words are not too complex. For example, in 'Frog and Toad' books, the language is easy to understand.