This list of early chapter book mysteries and detective stories is designed for young readers transitioning from easy reader books to longer novels. In general, they are appropriate for children ages 6-10, although some 5 year olds who are early learners will enjoy reading these titles, as well. Because the average age of learning to…
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Chapter Books for Kids
In this archive you will find all of our chapter book lists. The chapter books cover a variety of levels, from easy readers to early chapter books as well as middle grade fiction and YA. My most popular lists are 50+ chapter books for preschoolers and Read Aloud Books for 4-6 Year Olds. You can narrow the lists down by Early Chapter Books and Middle Grade .
September Read Alouds that Will Power Up Your Fall
Welcome to the first month in a year-long monthly read aloud series! These September read alouds aim to get you through a month of reading aloud with your children. Each of these new monthly book lists will consist of a mix of picture books, nonfiction, poetry and chapter book read alouds. While I make no…
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Multicultural Early Chapter Books for Kids with Diverse Characters
Every child deserves to see themselves represented in children’s books. If you don’t see your experiences in books, the message is, “you don’t matter.” On the reverse, if only one type of child is portrayed in literature it sets up the false premise that that child deserves a better seat at the table. That’s not…
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Wonderful Classic Books for Tweens, ages 8-12
I read and share so many excellent contemporary books for tweens, but I still hear from parents who want their kids to read the classics. But most tweens are not ready for Dickens or George Orwell! So, what are some good classic books for tweens? Although the word “tween” is a new-fangled one, kids ages…
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Chapter Books for Early Readers about Friends and Families
The right chapter books for early readers can turn a reluctant reader into a voracious reader! I love these books about friends and families; they are sweet and funny stories that are age appropriate for children who are early advanced readers and yet still interesting for more typically developing readers. Think: ages 6-10 (or as…
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Your Kids Will Relate to these Early Chapter Books about School
This was a complicated book list for me to make, not because there is a dearth of early chapter books about school for kids, but because there is a plethora. I could make a never-ending list because nearly every chapter book series either centers around school situations or has at least one installment that does….
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Favorite Dragon Picture and Chapter Books
Most kids go through a dragon phase, riding dragons, slaying dragons, being dragons. If your child is in the midst of a dragon obsession then these dragon books for kids are just the thing, no matter what the age. This list of dragon books includes dragon picture books, early chapter books and chapter (“middle grade”)…
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The Big Gigantic List of Adventure Books for Kids
What kid doesn’t love a good adventure book? After all, adventure books are exciting, packed full of twists and turns, and take readers on a white-knuckle journey of discovery. Adventure books for kids also come in all sizes and genres so every child can find something that fits his or her particular taste. To fill…
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