Were you aware that there is a new book zone in the Children’s Department? We have created an Early Chapter Book section at the beginning of our Fiction area in order to make it easier for emerging chapter book readers to find stories that are perfect for their level and interest!
What kind of books are held in that section? Well, we’re so glad that you asked! You can find the My Weird School series there, the Branches books published by Scholastic (Including series like Diary of a Pug, Dragon Masters, Eerie Elementary, Owl Diaries, Press Start, and others), the Cam Jansen books, and the Magic Tree House books. Want some more examples of great series that reside there? Take a look at the list below!
Amy and the Missing Puppy (Critter Club series) by Callie Barkley
EARLY CHAPTER BARKLEY
During spring break, mystery-lover Amy looks for clues to the disappearance of wealthy Ms. Sullivan's Saint Bernard puppy. Cute animals and wonderful friends combined with entertaining stories makes this series a super popular one.
Aven Green: Sleuthing Machine (series) by Dusti Bowling
EARLY CHAPTER BOWLING
Aven Green has been solving mysteries for a whole month, cracking such cases as The Mystery of the Cranky Mom, but can this perceptive detective solve two cases at the same time? First her teacher's lunch bag disappears. Then Aven's great-grandma's dog goes missing. Fortunately, since Aven was born without arms, all the 'arm' cells went to her super-powered brain instead. (That's her theory.)
Dragons and Marshmallows (Zoey and Sassafras series) by Asia Citro
EARLY CHAPTER CITRO
Learning an amazing secret while discovering a glowing photo, young Zoey assists injured magical animals that begin showing up in her family's backyard barn, an effort that includes caring for a particularly challenging baby dragon.
Marya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party (series) by Saadia Faruqi EARLY CHAPTER FARUQI
Trying to compete with her rich neighbor, third grader Marya claims she’s having the most epic henna party ever; but when her plans backfire, Marya is still determined to make turning 8 great with a little help from her family.
Mochi Queen (Jasmine Toguchi series) by Debbi Michiko Florence
EARLY CHAPTER FLORENCE
This book series features a spunky Japanese-American heroine, messy 8-year-old Jasmine Toguchi. In the first book, Jasmine wants to do something unique in response to the fact that her older sister always gets to go first. This desire leads to an opportunity during the mochi rice preparations for the New Year.
Captain Awesome to the Rescue! (series) by Stan Kirby
EARLY CHAPTER KIRBY
Loving comic books and superheroes so much that he invents his very own superhero alter ego, second-grader Eugene McGillicudy teams up with best friend "Nacho Cheese Man" Charlie and intrepid sidekick Turbo the hamster in a series of whimsical, universe-saving battles.
Miles Lewis: King of the Ice (series) by Kelly Starling Lyons
EARLY CHAPTER LYONS
When his friend RJ bets that Miles will wipe out at the ice rink during their class trip, he is determined to prove him wrong. This series has broad appeal; with a charming main character, relatable family and friends drama, and STEM content- there’s something here for everyone!
Whitewater Courage (Jake Maddox Sports Stories series) by Jake Maddox EARLY CHAPTER MADDOX
Hockey, football, baseball, gymnastics, and more: the Jack Maddox series offers exciting stories highlighting many different sports and activities, including this title- in which Christopher and Sarah, who have joined their uncle in Australia to raft down the Franklin River, hit whitewater and see danger up ahead. Only clever thinking and quick action can save them from going over the falls.
The New Kid (The Alien Next Door series) by A. I. Newton
EARLY CHAPTER NEWTON
While his scientist-parents study Earth, second-grader Zeke tries to fit in- but Harris, a classmate, notices his abilities and sets out to prove Zeke is an alien.
Meet the Bigfeet (Yeti Files series) by Kevin Sherry
EARLY CHAPTER SHERRY
Devoting his life to studying cryptids like himself, yeti Blizz Richards and his devoted team execute a secret rescue mission when his cousin goes missing in the wake of a media frenzy.