published 1965, avg rating 3.93 — But how could they possibly raise the money? But when puddles appear in the streets and the town starts to flood, Alexander and his friends realize there’s a different monster splashing about!”, Author Dav Pilkey was so disruptive in class when he was a kid, that he was often asked to leave. 370,065 ratings — 345,790 ratings — By submitting my email, I acknowledge that I have read and agree to Penguin Random House’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. The Best Informational Books for Toddlers, Kid-Approved Books for Struggling Second and Third Grade Readers, The 50 Best Books for 11- and 12-Year-Olds, 15 Classics That 8- to 12-Year-Olds Say Are Worth Reading Today, 21 Middle Grade & Chapter Books to Dive Into This Fall 2020, 15 YA Books to Look Forward to in Fall 2020, 10 Books That Promote Positive Thinking in Teens, Pride and Less Prejudice: LGBTQIA+ Books for Teens. This series is about a princess, but by no means is she a girly character. From the content to the images, this series makes a perfect transition away from picture books into chapter books. 725,231 ratings — by Erica S. Perl, illustrated by Chris Chatterton. “An evil wizard named Astrid is plotting to become the most powerful wizard in the world.

75+ of the very BEST CHAPTER BOOKS FOR GIRLS AGES 5-13. book series is all about a crime fighting canine who is part man and part dog, undeniably 100% hero. published 1937, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (Harry Potter, #1), Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (Harry Potter, #3), The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Chronicles of Narnia, #1), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (Harry Potter, #2), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Charlie Bucket, #1), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (Harry Potter, #4), Little House in the Big Woods (Little House, #1), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (Harry Potter, #5), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Harry Potter, #7), Little House on the Prairie (Little House, #3), Anne of Green Gables (Anne of Green Gables, #1), The Lightning Thief (Percy Jackson and the Olympians, #1), The Boxcar Children (The Boxcar Children, #1), The Magician's Nephew (Chronicles of Narnia, #6), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (Harry Potter, #6), The Mouse and the Motorcycle (Ralph S. Mouse, #1), Dinosaurs Before Dark (Magic Tree House, #1), Where the Red Fern Grows (Mass Market Paperback), Island of the Blue Dolphins (Kindle Edition), The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events, #1), Sarah, Plain and Tall (Sarah, Plain and Tall, #1), Prince Caspian (Chronicles of Narnia, #2), The Horse and His Boy (Chronicles of Narnia, #5), The Voyage of the Dawn Treader (Chronicles of Narnia, #3), Pippi Longstocking (Mass Market Paperback), From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. This series is hugely popular (not just because we all would like to be a little part man, part dog), because of its universally positive themes such as, empathy, kindness, persistence, and the importance of being true to one’s self. 17 classic books every child should read By Today's Parent published 2007, avg rating 4.19 — published 2005, avg rating 4.13 — 239,156 ratings — A spunky fifth-grader with a photographic memory, Cam is clever, goodhearted, and always on the case. Beginner chapter books, classics, fiction, non-fiction, and thrilling series to captivate early readers straight through to their tween, preteen and early teenage years. 1,773,633 ratings — We use cookies to collect information from your browser to personalize content and perform site analytics. , Poppleton the pig comes to town, makes new friends, and even visits the library! Pilkey’s. Both characters are extremely likeable and relatable for younger kids. published 1952, avg rating 4.14 — published 1945, avg rating 4.34 — published 1908, avg rating 4.32 — published 1900, avg rating 3.73 —

Will Dragon’s Halloween be filled with more tricks than treats?”. This lovable mutt declares himself the head of ranch security, with his smarter-than-he-seems sidekick, Drover. Browse our latest titles in the Children's Chapter Books category to discover your next read from PenguinRandomHouse.com If your kids haven’t read Cummings’ work (and you really need a break this summer), you’ll want to start with book 1 in the. We are experiencing technical difficulties. Our kiddos will be thrilled for a fully illustrated, full on water battle. published 1961, avg rating 3.84 — published 1997, avg rating 4.05 — 2,785,178 ratings — 1,977,810 ratings — (ANYONE who knows seventh graders totally gets it!)

published 1926, avg rating 3.92 — He actively reads these everywhere – at night, in the car, after school, in the tub, on the can, on the trampoline… The comic book graphics draw him in and, on his own, he can now pronounce and read complex/compound words I never thought he’d comprehend at his age level.

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This list features the most successful book series for kids that were ever written, penned by various authors, and includes both modern children's books series and classic favorites such as The Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Dr. Seuss, Pendragon, Fancy Nancy, The Boxcar Children, Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events, and The Magic Tree House books. I would highly recommend this book due to the nice bedtime length of the stories, the lovely illustrations, and the comical life of the pig named Poppleton.”, Also part of Scholastic’s Acorn line, the, series by Dav Pilkey has developed quite the cult following amongst elementary students. 392,400 ratings — by Shannon Hale and Dean Hale, illustrated by LeUyen Pham. Privacy Policy. Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2017 and updated in 2019. It’s a wild ride captured in brilliant color. With a picture on nearly every page, these books feel similar to what little kids are used to seeing in picture books, but their vocabulary is slightly more advanced and their storylines are longer. In this newest edition, Poppleton meets geese flying south for winter, shops for a brand-new coat, and has a delicious pancake breakfast with his friend Cherry Sue! In the first book. published 2000, avg rating 4.09 — 187,860 ratings — The first two books are a little slow, but then Hank really finds his voice. 306,202 ratings — published 1983, avg rating 4.20 — Here's a list of some of our favorite books for early readers -- they all have engaging stories and relatable characters to help make the chapter-book transition easier. This list has the most popular kid's book series and includes release date information, authors, and photos. Dav Pilkey, best known for, is considered one of the most popular contemporary authors because of his artist abilities, humorous style, and moralist messages. Although we only recommend picks we really love, we may earn a commission on purchases made through links from our site. published 1932, avg rating 4.50 — But don’t let her age fool you, Junie’s books are perfect for kids age 6-10 because they know so much more than she does. This long-running and fan-favorite series starring a kid detective will appeal to avid and reluctant readers alike. Read more: Dive into Rowley's imagination for this epic adventure that follows Roland and his best friend, Garg the Barbarian, as they set out to rescue his mom from the White Warlock!

by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, illustrated by Marc Simont.