Why is “a” always first?
The letter “g” wants to change the order of the alphabet. But “a” fears reading will be destroyed. Witty wordplay is paired with colorful characters in easy-to-read panels for beginner readers. Co-authored by Karen Kane. Illustrated by Eric Barclay.
Publisher: Harper/HarperCollins
ISBN ( Hardcover ): 9780063055971
Download Teaching Guide
Teachers can help students learn literacy skills like alphabet recognition, alphabet order, and letter comparison. IPLUS social emotional skills with these lessons designed by a master Kindergarten teacher.
Kirkus Reviews: “Hilarious and subversive”
“The pacing and humor are deft… the small-panel comic illustrations are charming.” — Kirkus Reviews
SLJ: “More than a fresh look at the ABC’s”
School Library Journal says Alphabuddies is “a fun addition to any collection.” Read the review on SLJ.com.
Ideal for early literacy educators
This book is in panel format for beginner readers. Children learn Social-Emotional skills such as self-regulation, waiting, and self-expression. Invite Beth Bacon to read to your students in person or via Zoom.
Watch Book Trailer on YouTube
Get a look inside Alphabuddies with a trailer starring co-author Karen Kane. Content is in American Sign Language, too!
“a” always leads the way. No fair!
Letter “g” is puzzled! Letter “a” is mad! Why do we always sing the “ABC Song” the same way? Is “g” about to ruin reading? Find out in this video about Alphabuddies: G Is First.
What the judges say about the Alphabuddies book
“A warning that if anyone but A begins the alphabet, reading will be forever destroyed. … Clever wordplay and colorful illustrations make this one a lot of fun.” —NFPW Judges, Awarded First Place