I Can Read: Level 1 Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of I Can Read: Level 1 books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Danny and the Dinosaur (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon1958
Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon1995
Go to Camp (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon1996
Mommy May I Hug the Fish (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2000
Oliver (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2000
The Horse in Harry's Room (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2002
Ruby Bakes a Cake (By: Susan Hill)
Buy on Amazon2004
Ruby's Perfect Day (By: Susan Hill)
Buy on Amazon2006
Pip Squeak (By: Jane Manning,Sarah Weeks)
Buy on Amazon2007
The Littlest Leaguer (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2008
Otter and Owl and the Big Ah-choo! (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2008
Otter and Owl Set Sail (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2008
Otter and Owl Say I'm Sorry (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2008
Otter and Owl's Helpful Hike (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2008
Ducks in a Row (By: Jackie Urbanovic)
Buy on Amazon2010
Little David Sings for the King (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2010
Little David and His Best Friend (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2010
Little David's Brave Day (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2010
Little David's Big Heart (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2010
What Do I See? (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2010
Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2011
Jesus Raises Lazarus (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2011
The Prodigal Son (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2011
Joshua Crosses the Jordan River (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2011
Penny and Her Song (By: Kevin Henkes)
Buy on Amazon2012
Zacchaeus Meets Jesus (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2012
Elijah and King Ahab (By: Crystal Bowman)
Buy on Amazon2012
Fancy Day in Room 1-A
Buy on Amazon2012
Penny and Her Doll (By: Kevin Henkes)
Buy on Amazon2012
Too Many Tutus
Buy on Amazon2012
Penny and Her Marble (By: Kevin Henkes)
Buy on Amazon2013
Peanut Butter and Jellyfish
Buy on Amazon2014
Charlie the Ranch Dog: Rock Star (By: Diane deGroat)
Buy on Amazon2015
Sammy the Seal (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2017
School Days (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2017
The Sand Castle Contest (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2018
Louise Loves Bake Sales (By: Kelly Light)
Buy on Amazon2018
The Big Sneeze (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2018
Louise and the Class Pet (By: Kelly Light)
Buy on Amazon2018
Mind Their Manners (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2019
In the Big City (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2019
Ride a Bike (By: Syd Hoff)
Buy on Amazon2020
Sketty and Meatball (By: Sarah Weeks,Alex Willmore)
Buy on Amazon2024
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the I Can Read: Level 1 series is publication order: 1. Danny and the Dinosaur (By: Syd Hoff) (1958), 2. Happy Birthday, Danny and the Dinosaur! (By: Syd Hoff) (1995), 3. Go to Camp (By: Syd Hoff) (1996), 4. Mommy May I Hug the Fish (By: Crystal Bowman) (2000), 5. Oliver (By: Syd Hoff) (2000), and 38 more. This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The I Can Read: Level 1 series by Jane O’Connor contains 43 books. The series began in 1958 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The I Can Read: Level 1 series is written by Jane O’Connor. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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