Book Series · 5 Books

First-Grade Friends Books

In order from The Classroom Pet to Fun with First Grade Friends.

The First-Grade Friends series is a set of 5 picture books by Grace Maccarone, published between 1995 and 2007. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

The Classroom Pet
The Lunch Box Surprise
Recess Mess
The Gym Day Winner
Fun with First Grade Friends
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Classroom Pet
Sale price
$399
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

The Classroom Pet

By Grace Maccarone, Betsy Lewin (Illustrator)

A classroom pet vanishes under a student's watch.

32 pages· 161 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
Paperback
Summary: Sam faces a holiday dilemma when the class hermit crab vanishes under his watch. As panic sets in, can he find the elusive creature before school resumes? Join the adventure and discover if Sam can solve the mystery in time.
The complete set

First-Grade Friends Series

5 books · Published 1995–2007

Series
Sale price
$399

The Classroom Pet

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

A classroom pet vanishes under a student's watch.

The Lunch Box Surprise

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

A forgotten lunch leads to unexpected friendship and teamwork.

Recess Mess

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

What adventures await at recess?

The Gym Day Winner

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

A group of children participate in a gym class, playing tag and basketball.

Sale price
$499

Fun with First Grade Friends

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2007

Join Sam for lunchtime surprises and recess adventures.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the First-Grade Friends series?

There are 5 books in the First-Grade Friends series. It began with The Classroom Pet in 1995, and the newest book, Fun with First Grade Friends, was published in 2007.

What ages are the First-Grade Friends books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring First-Grade Friends to life.

01

Grace Maccarone

Author
02

Betsy Lewin

Illustrator

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