On the first day of first grade, Sam has news to share with the class-over the summer, his elephant had a baby! Really! From the team who wrote and illustrated the I Can Read favorite The Best Seat in Second Grade, this prequel is a heartfelt story that's just right for all children getting ready for first grade and other big early steps. The Best Seat in First Grade is a Guided Reading Level J and a Level One I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.