Just Right Books for Early Reading Stars

Do you have a young reader at home who wants more content than your typical easy reader provides, but they’re not quite ready for lengthy chapter books?  If so, this list of ebooks might come in handy!  The storylines are a lot of fun, there is a nice balance between text and illustrations, and they usually have three to five medium sized chapters so they’re not too short and not too long.  All of these titles (and many more literary wonders) can be found in our SHPL eBook and Audiobook collection. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fly Guy

Fly Guy series by Tedd Arnold

When Buzz looks for a pet to enter in The Amazing Pet Show, his unexpected selection of a fly turns out to be the perfect choice, and the two end up becoming best friends who have many adventures.  Hi! Fly Guy, Super Fly Guy, and Prince Fly Guy would be a great place to start!

Ebook: Overdrive

Audiobook: Hoopla, Overdrive

 

 

 

Don't Throw It To Mo!

 Mo Jackson series by David A. Adler

There are two Mo Jackson adventures that you can enjoy in digital form.  In Don’t Throw It To Mo, Mo might be the littlest kid on the football team, but he won’t let that sway him from giving it his all! Swim, Mo, Swim provides another challenge for Mo, as he competes in a summer camp Field Day, with high stakes- ice cream!

These stories are super cute, with nice messages mixed in with the fun.

Ebook: Overdrive

 

 

 

King and Kayla

King and Kayla series by Dori Hillestad Butler

King (an intelligent golden retriever) and Kayla (his loving human) are a great pair.  With teamwork and clever deduction, they solve every mystery that comes their way.  First up is King and Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats, followed by The Case of the Secret Code, The Mysterious Mouse, The Lost Tooth, and The Found Fred.  Enjoy them all in ebook form!

Ebook: Hoopla, Overdrive

 

 

 

 

Mercy Watson

Mercy Watson series by Kate DiCamillo

Who knew pigs could be so entertaining! Mercy is a big fan of buttered toast, fun times, and Mr. and Mrs. Watson, the kind people who take care of her. Whether she is enjoying some popcorn and a drive in movie, eating her neighbors flowers, or gearing up for a road trip, Mercy’s actions are a blast to read! For starters, follow along with Mercy Watson to the Rescue, Goes for a Ride, and Fights Crime.

Ebook: Hoopla, Overdrive

Audiobook: Hoopla, Overdrive

 

 

 

Meet Yasmin

Yasmin series by Saadia Faruqi

Yasmin is an energetic and inquisitive second grader who is always ready to face anything life throws at her with imagination and spirit!  This delightful series has many exciting entries, such as Meet Yasmin, Yasmin the Explorer, Yasmin the Superhero, and more.

Ebook: Overdrive

 

 

 

 

 

My Weird School

My Weird School (I Can Read) series by Dan Gutman

After years of writing the wildly popular My Weird School chapter book series, Dan Gutman recently started a starter version of the hilarious antics of A.J., Andrea, and the other students at Ella Mentry School.  Early readers rejoice!

So far, the series titles are: My Weird School Goes to the Museum, Teamwork Trouble, Talent Show Mix-Up, and Class Pet Mess.

Ebook: Hoopla, Overdrive

Audiobook: Hoopla, Overdrive

 

 

 

Penny and Her Marble

 Penny series by Kevin Henkes

Penny and Her Marble, Penny and Her Doll, Penny and Her Song, Penny and Her Sled...every day activities become sweet and simple wonders when you follow along with this delightful little mouse.  Written and illustrated by award winner Kevin Henkes!  

Ebook: Axis360, Hoopla, Overdrive

Audiobook: Axis360, Hoopla, Overdrive

 

 

 

 

Frog and Toad

Frog and Toad series by Arnold Lobel

Every moment is magic when it happens with a friend! Frog and Toad are best buddies, and while they might not always agree, they know that they always have each other’s backs.  Frog and Toad Are Friends, Frog and Toad Together, Frog and Toad All Year, and Days with Frog and Toad round out the original quartet of stories that were published forty years ago, but still delight readers today.

Ebook: Hoopla, Overdrive

Audiobook: Hoopla, Overdrive

 

 

 

Henry and Mudge

Henry and Mudge series by Cynthia Rylant

Henry and his canine companion Mudge are inseparable.  Life’s little challenges are easy to face with an 180-pound dog at your side, and Rylant’s series has been beloved since the first one came out in 1987.  28 books later, they are still just as popular as ever.  Try Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea and Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night, and your young reader will be begging for more! 

Ebook: Overdrive

Audiobook: Axis360, Overdrive

 

 

 

Nate the Great

Nate the Great series by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat

The world’s greatest detective (and his pancake loving dog sludge) will take on any case he’s offered, as long as it’s within walking distance- after all, he’s too young to drive!  Whether you’re missing a picture, a list, a pet, or a word, Nate (and readers) will follow the clues and solve the mystery!  Test your skills with Nate the Great, Nate the Great Goes Undercover, Nate the Great and the Lost List, and others.

Ebook: Overdrive

Audiobook: Overdrive

 

 

 

 

Published by on May 28, 2020
Last Modified March 28, 2024