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Authors & Book Series Web sites Kindergarten series books:

Chapter - Series Books 

1st graders, 2nd graders, & 3rd graders

Click on the title of the series to see the book series website!

Find a book that looks interesting and read it. If you like it there are many more in that book series for kids!

Junie B Jones by Barbara Parks

This series has been a favorite with young readers since the first volume.   She is funny, strong-willed, and prone to misunderstandings and mishaps. Junie B. sometimes loses her temper and acts out!   She and her classmates sometimes push or fight, but there's nothing outside of common childish behavior

Humphrey Series by Betty G. Birney.  Follow the adventures of this much loved class pet. Humphrey is a clever hampster that will learn to read, write, and charm everyone he meets.

The Puppy Place Series by Ellen Miles* Does you dog love animals or dream of owning a dog. Kids will love reading about a family that fosters dogs and helps them find homes. Each book features a different story and a different type of dog.

Boxcar Children by G. Warner. Follow the adventures of four closet-knit children in this series that has been capturing the hearts of readers since 1942.

I Survived Series by Lauren Tarshis

Each book in my series tells a terrifying and thrilling story from history, through the eyes of a kid who lived to tell the tale.

Ramona the Pest by Beverly Cleary. Ramona is finally about to start Kindergarten, but things don’t always go as planned. Although not always ideally behaved, children tend to relate to this girl who is unapologetically herself. 

Ready Freddy by Abby Klein. Kids can relate to the daily struggles for this 1st grade boy as he goes to school and has struggles just like you and I.

Magic Tree House Series by Mary Pope Osborne*.  This series claims to be the #1 bestselling chapter book series of all time. I can see why; my children loved this series and couldn’t put down the books. Each book follows the adventures of Jack and Annie. These regular kids have at treehouse in their backyard that takes them to different places from medieval castle, ancient pyramids, and treasure-seeking pirates. This series really lets kids imaginations soar!

Captain Underpants series by Dav Pilkey

Tricksters George and Harold hypnotize their principal, turning him into the ridiculous superhero, Captain Underpants. Silly scenarios of good versus evil depict George and Harold triumphing against bumbling antagonists. The underlying theme highlights the merit and intelligence of kids who are often perceived as troublemakers. The comic illustrations, short chapters, humor, and simple plots entice even the most reluctant readers.Captain Underpants enthusiasts will enjoy this collection of books that include lovable mischief-makers, humorous school situations, and a few characters who are almost superheroes:

A to Z Mysteries by Ron Roy*- This captivating book series helps you solve a mystery. Each book from A to Z features a story with characters kids enjoy reading and suspense; your reader wont be able to put it down. My young reader loved the sketches throughout the book making it a great stepping stone up from picture books.

Encyclopedia Brown by Donald J. Sobol*. The main character is Leroy Brown, aka Encyclopedia Brown. This 10 year old detective, with an uncanny knack for trivia, solves mysteries for the neighborhood kids through his own detective agency. I love that the these mysteries about everyday things kids will experience like a missing bike. Plus I love that this boy wants to be like his Dad, a police officer. Your kids will love reading the clues and trying to figure out who did it; each book has ten mysteries to solve.

Who Was Biographies (lots of people by various authors including Who Was George Washington, Who was Milton Hirshey, Who was Princess Diana, Who is Bill Gates, etc.)*. This series has done a phenomenal job of making biographies of famous people from the past, and who are still living, interesting and engaging to young readers. Kids will enjoy reading about the background and what made the person famous in an easy-to-read format with some black and white illustrations throughout. We have also enjoyed that What Was Series from the same publisher that helps us learn about places we are headed on fieldtrips – What was the Alamo, What was the Holocaust, or What is Nasa for example. Both these series are fun to listen to on audible for car rides!

Amelia Bedilia by Herman Parish. Kids will laugh out loud at Amerlia Bedelia’s literal-minded attitude. Join her as she earns money for a new bike, gets a dog, goes on a road trip, and so much more!

A Jigsaw Jones Mystery by James Preller. Jigsaw Jones is a 2nd grade Sleuth who will help solve problems like when a new kid moves into town and brings with him a mystery as big as his house! Reggie Armitage the III found a box with a list of codes and a golden skeleton key―but he has no idea what the key opens or how to crack the code.

Geronimo Stilton Series. These funny and adventurous stories are filled with engaging text to engage both reluctant and avid readers alike.

Hank the Cowdog Series by John R. Erickson. Follow the adventures of Hank the Cowdog, Head of Ranch Security. In the pictured book he investigates the murder of a chicken on his ranch.

The Baby Sitters Club by Ann M. Martin. There are several versions of these books and we prefer the older, classic stories. Need a babysitter? Call the baby sitters club! Thinking it will be boring, there is never a dull moment when you are part of the babysitters club.

Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown. Kids love the goofy situations and delightful stories in these Flat Stanley books! Even reluctant readers will enjoy these delightful tales. Stanley wakes up one morning after a bulletin board fell on him and now he is only half an inch thick! Kids will be amazed as Stanley gets rolled up, mailed, and flown like a kite. He even gets to help catch two dangerous art thieves. He may be flat, but he’s a hero.

The Hardy Boys Secret Files Series by Franklin W. Dixon.  Kids will enjoy solving mysteries along with the Hardy Boys. Again, this classic sleuthing series has been around for decades, pick your edition based on your childs interests and reading level.

Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew by Carolyn Keene. You will enjoy reading  along as Nancy and her friends work on solving mysteries. Can you guess who solved it?

My Weird School by Dan Gutman. If you have some kids who aren’t fans of school, this series may be just what you are looking for to get them excited about reading and school. Follow the zany adventures of the 3rd grade class in not-so-typical adventures.

Judy Moody series by Megan McDonald,

Judy Moody rules! Boys and girls everywhere are relating to Judy’s many moods and laughing at her hilarious adventures.

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