I Broke It

Realistic (fiction), 330 words, Level J (Grade 1)

When the narrator decides to play soccer inside his house, he breaks his mom's favorite vase-- and blames his dog for it. I Broke it describes what happens when the main character lies about his actions and how he ultimately solves his problem. The book can also be used to teach students how to identify cause-and-effect relationships while reading and the proper use of contractions.