![]() This is an entertaining series about a boy who meets a tiny (yet powerful) alien who crashes in his bedroom. This is an excellent series that would also be great for reading aloud. Each book focuses on a different animal ( Akimbo and the Lion, Akimbo and the Elephants, etc.) Akimbo faces danger and adventure as he looks out for his animal friends. Akimbo's father is the head ranger on a game preserve in Africa. 1 Ladies Detective Agency (my favorite fiction series for adults - you've got to check it out!). This is a beautiful series by the author of the No. The plots are a bit ridiculous, but funny. In each book she uses her "brains, guts, and gadgets to take on evil geniuses." Each book features three secret agent case files. (Currently 14 books in the series)Īmelia is a young girl who believes she's a very important secret agent saving the word from dastardly villains. These are best for young readers they might feel babyish to older, struggling readers. Personally, I found them a little too sunshine-y (and sickeningly sweet), but I appreciate the positive storylines and the strong vocabulary. This is a friendly, gentle series about young animals. The Adventures of Sophie Mouse books, by Poppy Green ![]() ![]() My only issue is that Jo Schmo is excessively boy crazy while it's completely harmless, that may make this series better suited for older, struggling readers than for young advanced readers. The book is well written with clever jokes and funny wordplay. Jo comes from a long line of crime fighters, and it's her turn to join the family business. Written by the author of the Melvin Beederman, Superhero series, these books are about a fourth-grade girl hero - Jo Schmo. The Adventures of Jo Schmo, by Greg Trine If your learners get hooked on them, that's great - because there are over 80 books in the series. I've never gotten into this series, but they've been very popular since the 90's. The books are a little creepy, but never too scary. In each book they believe an authority figure is a monster of some sort, try to prove it, and don't really get any final resolution (or at least that's my take on it). This is a classic monster series about a group of third graders. The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids series, by Debbie Dadey and Marcia Thornton Jones Ada is both intelligent and relatable, and the author integrates science concepts in a natural way. It's also nice to find a series aimed at girls which isn't about fairies and unicorns. Strongly recommended! (Currently 4 books in the series)Īda Lace is an 8-year-old girl who loves science and technology - and I love that the series is written by another female who loves science (and happens to have both aerospace and aeronautics degrees). Warner's books read like good stand-alone novels, not like so many early chapter book series which feel mass-produced. Warner shares Alfie's interesting second grade adventures while also portraying loving family relationships. Alfie is the younger sister in a loving African-American family living in suburbia. This is a wonderful series featuring Ellray Jakes' younger sister (see the Ellray Jakes series further down in this list). Looking for a book by title? Use these links to jump to the section you need. ![]() The Ultimate Guide to Early Chapter Book Series Or if you’re in a hurry, click here for a printable list. I’ve spent the last 6 months reading and reviewing 250 early chapter book series for kids in grades 1-3.Ĭurious about a particular series? Just scroll through the list to find it they’re in alphabetical order. How can you know which series won’t feel babyish to an older, struggling reader?ĭo you really have to read ALL THE BOOKS to find out? How do you know which series are free of name-calling, potty talk and backtalk? How can you tell which series is right for each learner? Have you every tried to navigate the early chapter book section of the library? How can you know which chapter books are best for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade? ![]()
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