Graduation Day!

Ages 4 to 6, Grades P to 1

It's time to graduate Kindergarten in this Step 1 Reader featuring the family from Pumpkin Day!, Apple Picking Day!, and all the DAY books.

The school year is nearly over, and little bro is ready to graduate kindergarten! He and big sis head off for the very last day of school. He learned so much and can do so much on his own now. His cubby is cleaned out, he has his cap and gown, but—oh no!—his shoe is untied! No worries, he'll show everyone what he can do! 

Step 1 Readers feature big type and easy words. Rhymes and rhythmic text paired with picture clues help children decode the story. For children who know the alphabet and are eager to begin reading.

A day with family is always a great day! Read all the DAY books:

Apple Picking Day!

Pumpkin Day!

Garden Day!

Beach Day!

Snow Day!

Grandparents Day!

School Day!

Series Overview: Upcoming DAY books in English Field Day: Spring '24  Recent DAY books in Spanish (Leyendo a Paso) ¡A recoger manzanas!: Fall '21; ¡Día de playa!: Spring '23

About the Author

CANDICE RANSOM, who has never wanted to be anything besides a children's book writer, has published over 150 books for children and young adults, garnering many awards. She teaches in the children's literature program at Hollins University. Candice lives in Fredericksburg, Virginia, with her husband and naughty cats, Faulkner and Edison.

Author Residence: Fredericksburg, VA

ASHLEY EVANS loves creating colorful, fun, and dynamic illustrations.

Born and raised in Queens, she now lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her boyfriend and their daughter. When she’s not creating art, you can find her decorating cakes, enjoying her family, or catching a much needed nap!

Illustrator Residence:Charlotte, NC

Illustrator Hometown:Queens, NY