Book-keeping Sentence Examples

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times,” it was one of the most famous first chapter lines in literature. A killer hook, a gripping backstory, an unforgettable character — no, we’re not talking about a horror movie plot. These are some of the elements that contribute to an enticing first chapter. We can’t give you a magic formula that will get your opening line quoted as much as Charles Dickens’, but we can give you some advice on how to write a first chapter that puts a spell on readers.

First grade is a great time for young readers to move from picture books to chapter books. But large blocks of text can be intimidating to beginners who are just starting to put sentences together. Check out these easy first-grade chapter book series that include pictures, familiar characters, and high-interest content.