Early Chapter Books
Alien in My Pocket by Nate Ball
With engaging illustrations on every spread, a page-turning plot, a do-it-yourself experiment on building your own rocket, and fun science facts throughout, this is the perfect chapter book for young readers.
The Alien Next Door by A.I. Newton
An alien boy named Zeke tries to fit in and adjust to life on Earth, while a classmate, Harris, suspects that Zeke might not be quite what he claims to be.
Alvin Ho by Lenore Look
Alvin, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything—elevators, tunnels, girls, and, most of all, school. He’s so afraid of school that he never says a word. But at home he’s a very loud superhero named Firecracker Man, and a gentleman-in-training, so he can be just like his dad.
Beasts of Olympus by Lucy Coates and Brett Bean
Beasts of Olympus is a series of illustrated chapter books set in a magical Ancient Greece where strange things still walk the Earth.
Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker by Shelley Johannes
Beatrice does her best thinking upside down. Hanging from trees by her knees, doing handstands . . . for Beatrice Zinker, upside down works every time, especially when it comes to navigating the third grade.
The Carver Chronicles by Karen English
Honesty, personal responsibility, determination, and are blended seamlessly into captivating stories that tackle topics such as homelessness, bullying, poverty, and anxiety in this series about a diverse group of elementary schoolers.
Clementine by Sara Pennypacker
As Clementine says, "Spectacularful ideas are always sproinging up in my brain." All the better for readers who like to laugh. Reminiscent of both Ramona and Junie B. Jones, Clementine is an ingenuous third-grader with a talent for trouble and a good heart.
Clubhouse Mysteries by Sharon Draper
Ziggy and his friends Rico, Rashawn, and Jerome call themselves The Black Dinosaurs, and share exciting adventures.
Dory Fantasmagory: Head in the Clouds by Abby Hanlon
A loose tooth leads to hilarious hijinks with the tooth fairy in book four of the series.
Eerie Elementary by Jack Chabert
Spooky tales of kids at a school that's alive and angry.
Jaden Touissant by Marti Dumas
Jaden Toussaint is a five-year-old who knows it all. I mean, really knows it all. Animal Scientist. Great Debater. Master of the art of ninja dancing. There's nothing Jaden Toussaint can't do.
Jasmine Toguchi by Debbie Mochiko Florence
This charming chapter book series for young readers stars Jasmine Toguchi—a spunky, eight-year-old Japanese-American heroine unafraid to try new things while learning life lessons about family, friendship, and sisterhood along the way.
Jedi Academy by Jeffrey Brown
A boy leaves his home to begin training for The Force at Jedi Academy.
Lola Levine by Monica Brown
Lola Levine likes writing in her diario, sipping her mom's cafe con leche, eating her dad's matzo ball soup, and playing soccer with her team, the Orange Smoothies. So what if she doesn't always fit in?
My Weird School by Dan Gutman
At Ella Mentry School, all the grownups are quite unusual in their own weird way.
Princess Cora and the Crocodile by Laura Amy Schlitz. Illus. by Brian Floca
A princess’ wish gone wrong leads to cream-puff-loving, wig-wearing, chandelier-swinging, king-chasing Crocodile and, in the end, a happier royal family
The Princess in Black by Shannon Hale & Dean Hale
Who says princesses don't wear black? When trouble raises its blue monster head, Princess Magnolia ditches her flouncy dresses and becomes the Princess in Black!
Princess Pulverizer: Grilled Cheese and Dragons by Nancy Krulik
Princess Serena (or as she prefers, Princess Pulverizer) doesn't want to be a princess--she wants to be knight! But her father, King Alexander of Empiria, thinks she still has a lot to learn when it comes to exhibiting valiant behavior.
Stick Cat by Tom Watson
Join Stick Cat in this series full of laughs, adventure, and hilarious stick-figure drawings-perfect fans of the Stick Dog, Big Nate, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.
Stick Dog by Tom Watson
Follow Stick Dog as he goes on an epic quest for the perfect burger. With hilarious text and stick-figure drawings, reluctant readers will eat this one up! Perfect for fans of such series as Dog Man, Big Nate, Timmy Failure, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Third Grade Mermaid by Peter Raymundo
Cora is a small mermaid with a BIG personality. But like so many mermaids in the third grade, she is struggling to truly be herself.
Zooey and Sassafrass by Asia Citro
With magical animals, science, mystery, and adventure -- the brand new series Zoey and Sassafras has something for everyone! Easy-to-read language and illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of ages.
Alien in My Pocket by Nate Ball
With engaging illustrations on every spread, a page-turning plot, a do-it-yourself experiment on building your own rocket, and fun science facts throughout, this is the perfect chapter book for young readers.
The Alien Next Door by A.I. Newton
An alien boy named Zeke tries to fit in and adjust to life on Earth, while a classmate, Harris, suspects that Zeke might not be quite what he claims to be.
Alvin Ho by Lenore Look
Alvin, an Asian American second grader, is afraid of everything—elevators, tunnels, girls, and, most of all, school. He’s so afraid of school that he never says a word. But at home he’s a very loud superhero named Firecracker Man, and a gentleman-in-training, so he can be just like his dad.
Beasts of Olympus by Lucy Coates and Brett Bean
Beasts of Olympus is a series of illustrated chapter books set in a magical Ancient Greece where strange things still walk the Earth.
Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker by Shelley Johannes
Beatrice does her best thinking upside down. Hanging from trees by her knees, doing handstands . . . for Beatrice Zinker, upside down works every time, especially when it comes to navigating the third grade.
The Carver Chronicles by Karen English
Honesty, personal responsibility, determination, and are blended seamlessly into captivating stories that tackle topics such as homelessness, bullying, poverty, and anxiety in this series about a diverse group of elementary schoolers.
Clementine by Sara Pennypacker
As Clementine says, "Spectacularful ideas are always sproinging up in my brain." All the better for readers who like to laugh. Reminiscent of both Ramona and Junie B. Jones, Clementine is an ingenuous third-grader with a talent for trouble and a good heart.
Clubhouse Mysteries by Sharon Draper
Ziggy and his friends Rico, Rashawn, and Jerome call themselves The Black Dinosaurs, and share exciting adventures.
Dory Fantasmagory: Head in the Clouds by Abby Hanlon
A loose tooth leads to hilarious hijinks with the tooth fairy in book four of the series.
Eerie Elementary by Jack Chabert
Spooky tales of kids at a school that's alive and angry.
Jaden Touissant by Marti Dumas
Jaden Toussaint is a five-year-old who knows it all. I mean, really knows it all. Animal Scientist. Great Debater. Master of the art of ninja dancing. There's nothing Jaden Toussaint can't do.
Jasmine Toguchi by Debbie Mochiko Florence
This charming chapter book series for young readers stars Jasmine Toguchi—a spunky, eight-year-old Japanese-American heroine unafraid to try new things while learning life lessons about family, friendship, and sisterhood along the way.
Jedi Academy by Jeffrey Brown
A boy leaves his home to begin training for The Force at Jedi Academy.
Lola Levine by Monica Brown
Lola Levine likes writing in her diario, sipping her mom's cafe con leche, eating her dad's matzo ball soup, and playing soccer with her team, the Orange Smoothies. So what if she doesn't always fit in?
My Weird School by Dan Gutman
At Ella Mentry School, all the grownups are quite unusual in their own weird way.
Princess Cora and the Crocodile by Laura Amy Schlitz. Illus. by Brian Floca
A princess’ wish gone wrong leads to cream-puff-loving, wig-wearing, chandelier-swinging, king-chasing Crocodile and, in the end, a happier royal family
The Princess in Black by Shannon Hale & Dean Hale
Who says princesses don't wear black? When trouble raises its blue monster head, Princess Magnolia ditches her flouncy dresses and becomes the Princess in Black!
Princess Pulverizer: Grilled Cheese and Dragons by Nancy Krulik
Princess Serena (or as she prefers, Princess Pulverizer) doesn't want to be a princess--she wants to be knight! But her father, King Alexander of Empiria, thinks she still has a lot to learn when it comes to exhibiting valiant behavior.
Stick Cat by Tom Watson
Join Stick Cat in this series full of laughs, adventure, and hilarious stick-figure drawings-perfect fans of the Stick Dog, Big Nate, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid series.
Stick Dog by Tom Watson
Follow Stick Dog as he goes on an epic quest for the perfect burger. With hilarious text and stick-figure drawings, reluctant readers will eat this one up! Perfect for fans of such series as Dog Man, Big Nate, Timmy Failure, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid.
Third Grade Mermaid by Peter Raymundo
Cora is a small mermaid with a BIG personality. But like so many mermaids in the third grade, she is struggling to truly be herself.
Zooey and Sassafrass by Asia Citro
With magical animals, science, mystery, and adventure -- the brand new series Zoey and Sassafras has something for everyone! Easy-to-read language and illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of ages.