Chapter book series for kids are a popular choice among parents and educators for encouraging reading skills and fostering a love of literature in children. These series often feature relatable characters, engaging plots, and age-appropriate themes. Some well-known examples include the Magic Tree House series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and Junie B. Jones. With a wide variety of options available, children are sure to find a series that captures their imagination and inspires them to read more.
1. The Bad Guys
The Bad Guys is a chapter book series written and illustrated by Aaron Blabey and published by Scholastic Inc. The books are targeted towards children aged 7-10 years old and follow the adventures of a team of bad guys who try to take on missions for the good side.
The team is made up of Mr. Wolf, Mr. Piranha, Mr. Snake, and Mr. Shark, who despite their intimidating appearances, try to do good. The series is filled with hilarious moments that kids will love. The first book in the series is available for purchase at $8 on indigo.ca.
2. Timmy Failure
Timmy Failure is a comically confident detective who runs the best detective agency in town. Written and illustrated by Stephen Pastis, this hilarious series follows Timmy’s unorthodox approaches to investigations and world domination. The first book in the series, “Mistakes We Made”, is available for $8 on indigo.ca.
3. Magic Tree House
Mary Pope Osborne and Salvatore Murdocca created the Magic Tree House series, published by Penguin Random House, targeting children aged 6-8.
The books follow siblings Jack and Annie as they discover a tree house that transports them through time to the dinosaur age, medieval times, ancient pyramids, and more. The first book in the series, “Dinosaurs Before Dark,” introduces readers to the magical world of the tree house. The book is available for purchase at $8 on indigo.ca.
4. Dog Man
Dog Man is a book series written and illustrated by Dav Pikey, published by Scholastic Inc. The series is aimed at children aged 7-10 and follows the adventures of a character who is part dog and part man.
With his exceptional sense of smell, Dog Man sniffs out deception and fights crime. The first book in the series is Dog Man #1 and is available for purchase at indigo.ca for $13. The series is illustrated with pictures by Scholastic.
5. Hilo
Hilo is a character in a graphic novel series written and illustrated by Judd Winick. The series is suitable for children aged 8-12 years old. In the story, D.J. and Gina befriend Hilo, a boy who fell from the sky and doesn’t know his origin or purpose on Earth.
However, as the story progresses, they discover that Hilo is not the only thing that has fallen from the sky. D.J. and Gina join forces with Hilo to save the world from impending doom. The first book in the series is titled “Hilo: The Boy Who Crashed to Earth” and is available for purchase at indigo.ca for $17.
6. Amulet
Amulet is a graphic novel series written and illustrated by Kazu Kibuishi. The series is aimed at children aged 9-12 and published by Scholastic. The story follows siblings Emily and Navin who move to their great-grandfather’s house after their father’s death.
The house holds secrets, and one day, the siblings, along with their mother, are lured into the basement, which leads them to an underground world full of demons, robots, and talking animals. The first book in the series is called “The Stonekeeper” and is available for purchase at indigo.ca for $16.
7. Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Adventure
Rowley Jefferson, best friend of Greg Heffley, has taken a break from writing in his journal and has now embarked on a new adventure in a full-blown fantasy book. In this book, Rowley’s imagination takes center stage as he introduces Roland and his best friend Garg the Barbarian, who set out to rescue Roland’s mom from the White Warlock.
Written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney, this book is perfect for young readers who want to experience the Wimpy Kid world in a whole new way. Available for purchase at indigo.ca for $16.
8. Voyagers
A group of children embark on a mission to save humanity as Earth faces an energy crisis. With no new power sources in sight, these kids are determined to find a solution. The project, known as Alpha, is their chance to explore space and potentially save their home planet.
9. Rainbow Magic
Rainbow Magic is a series of fairy books written by Daisy Meadows and illustrated by Georgie Ripper and Orchard Books, Scholastic Inc. The series follows the adventures of friends Kirsty Tate and Rachel Walker and their fairy friends.
With over 200 books in the series, it is sure to keep fairy-obsessed kids busy all summer long. The first book in the series, Ruby the Red Fairy, is a great place to start. The books are available for purchase on indigo.ca for $7.
10. Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Percy Jackson is the main character in the book series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” written by Rick Riordan and published by Disney Hyperion for readers aged 9 and above. Percy is a good kid but struggles with a temper.
After an incident at his boarding school where he believes his pre-algebra teacher turned into a monster, Percy’s mother sends him to Camp Half-Blood, a training ground for demigods like him. There, he discovers the truth about his heritage and becomes involved in the battles of Olympian gods and their enemies.
The first book in the series, “The Lightning Thief,” sets the stage for Percy’s adventures and introduces readers to the world of demigods.
11. Bone
Bone is a graphic novel series written and illustrated by Jeff Smith, published by Scholastic Inc. The story follows Fone Bone, a young bone boy, and his two cousins as they find themselves trapped in another land. Along the way, they discover secrets, danger, and new friendships. The series starts with “Out From Boneville” and is recommended for readers aged 9-12.
12. Fudge Series
The Fudge series is a collection of books written by Judy Blume and published by various publishers. The series revolves around the life of Peter Hatcher, a fourth-grader, and his troublesome younger brother Fudge.
Despite Fudge’s constant tantrums and mischievous behavior, their parents constantly dote on him, making life difficult for Peter. The series follows the adventures of Peter, his family, and even his nemesis. The first book in the series is “Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing” and is available for purchase at $11 on indigo.ca.
13. A Series of Unfortunate Events
The “A Series of Unfortunate Events” is a book series written by Lemony Snickett and illustrated by Brett Helquist. The series is aimed at children aged 9-12 who prefer darker stories. It tells the story of three orphans, Violet, Claus, and Sunny, who are trying to escape the treacherous Count Olaf, a villain who is after their wealth.
14. Diary of a Wimpy Kid
Diary of a Wimpy Kid is a series of graphic novels written and illustrated by Jeff Kinney, suitable for children aged 8-12. The books follow the life of Greg Heffley, a middle-schooler who keeps a diary and tries to navigate his way through the challenges of school life.
The series is known for its humor and relatable content, with topics ranging from dealing with undersized classmates to those who grew into giants over the summer. The first book in the series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid #1, is available for purchase for $18 at indigo.ca.
15. The Adventures of Captain Underpants
Captain Underpants is a popular children’s book series written and illustrated by Dav Pikey and published by Scholastic Inc. The series is aimed at children between the ages of 7 and 10 and is known for its humor, including fart jokes.
The story follows two elementary-schoolers, George and Harold, who accidentally bring a superhero drawing to life. The first book in the series is titled “Captain Underpants #1” and is available for purchase at indigo.ca for $13.
16. Ramona
Ramona is the younger sister of Beezus in the book “Beezus and Ramona” written by Beverly Cleary and illustrated by Tracy Dockray. The book is targeted towards children aged 8-12 and is published by HarperCollins.
The story follows the trials and tribulations that Ramona causes for her older sister, Beezus. The book can be purchased for $10 on indigo.ca. The cover of the book features a photo by HarperCollins.
17. Anne of Green Gables
Anne of Green Gables is a Canadian classic novel written by L.M. Montgomery and published by various publishers. The story follows the adventures of Anne Shirley in Avonlea, PEI, where she meets the elderly Cuthberts who are looking to adopt.
Despite their initial desire to adopt a boy, Anne tries to win them over. The book is suitable for ages 9-12 and is available for purchase at indigo.ca for $7. A photo of the book cover is provided by Scholastic.
18. The Spiderwick Chronicles
The Spiderwick Chronicles is a children’s book series written by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. The series follows the story of three siblings, Jared, Simon, and Mallory, who move into an old mansion and discover a magical world of fairies living there.
The first book in the series, “The Field Guide,” introduces the Grace siblings and their discovery of the fairies. The series is aimed at children aged 6-10 and is published by Simon and Schuster. The books can be purchased for $10 on indigo.ca.
19. The Wollstonecraft Detective Agency
Lady Ada Byron and Mary Godwin, the protagonists of the Wollstonecraft Detective Agency series, form a secret constabulary to apprehend clever criminals. The series, written by Jordan Statford and illustrated by Kelly Murphy, is a blend of history, mystery, and science.
The first book of the series, “The Case of the Missing Moonstone,” is an adventure that follows Lady Ada and Mary as they solve the mystery of a missing gemstone. The series is aimed at readers aged 8-12 and is available for purchase on indigo.ca for $11.
20. The Chronicles of Narnia
The Chronicles of Narnia is a series of seven classic novels written by C.S. Lewis and published by various publishers. The books are suitable for children aged 11-13 who enjoy fantasy and adventure.
The series is set in the mythical world of Narnia where several different protagonists, all children, embark on magical adventures with talking animals and beasts as they uncover the history of Narnia. The series begins with the book, “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” which can be purchased for $11 on indigo.ca.
21. Junie B. Jones
Junie B. Jones is a book series for children aged 6-9, written by Barbara Park and illustrated by Denise Brunkus. The series follows the adventures of Junie B. Jones, a kindergartener who finds herself in hilarious situations at school.
The first book in the series is titled “Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus”. The books accurately describe the life of elementary schoolers and are popular among children. The books can be purchased for $6 at indigo.ca.
22. Harry Potter
Harry Potter is a classic series of books written by J.K. Rowling and published by various publishers. The series is suitable for children aged 6 and above, and it follows the adventures of Harry, Hermione, and Ron at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
The first book, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” is available for purchase at $15 on indigo.ca. The series has captured the hearts of readers worldwide and has become a cultural phenomenon.
23. Goosebumps Most Wanted
The Goosebumps Most Wanted series, written by R.L. Stine and published by Scholastic Inc, is a new addition to the Goosebumps franchise. It features some of the most chilling characters from the original series, with each book highlighting a new protagonist and villain. The series is perfect for kids aged 8-12 who love creepy stories.
Summary
Chapter book series for kids are a popular genre of children’s literature that feature a continuous story arc across multiple books. These series often have relatable characters, engaging plotlines, and age-appropriate language.
Some popular examples include the Harry Potter series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and the Magic Tree House series. These books can help children develop their reading skills, foster a love of literature, and encourage them to continue reading.