Chapter Books for Readers Ready for More Adventure

Beginner Books They’re Sure to Enjoy

Have your kids finished all the easy chapter books they can handle? Do you want to advance their reading skills to the next level? If they want longer chapters with fewer illustrations, check out these fun reads for older kids who have mastered basic reading skills.

Poppleton: These short stories come grouped in three per book, making them great for young readers. Poppleton the pig explores dilemmas both big and small with a positive attitude. Readers, meanwhile, can enjoy the large text and black and white illustrations sprinkled throughout the pages.

Pet Rescue Club: These chapter books make a great transition to longer, more complex series. This set features Janey, who can’t have pets because of allergies. But she doesn’t let that stop her. In each of the eight books, a different pet needs help. The longer chapters with more text help kids build their reading stamina, while the story captures their hearts and imaginations. 

Magnificent Makers: Violet and Pablo love learning about science in this series of stories. These two third grade kids discover the Maker Maze, a magical place of exploration and discovery. Each of the six books in the series addresses a different scientific concept, like germs or outer space. Kids will enjoy the topics tailored for their age level while learning more than reading skills.

Magic Tree House: This series features historical and mythical events explored by two intrepid young kids who discover a time-traveling treehouse. Each book takes place in a different setting, and includes facts and figures about the scene. Let kids’ imaginations run wild, from the jungle to Camelot, with this fun set of books.

I Survived: These fictional historical excerpts showcase real events told from the perspective of kids who experienced them firsthand. From floods to the ravages of war, kids can discover places and times rich with details. With twenty books to choose from, readers can journey through time.

Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle: This delightful inhabitant of an upside-down house has a cure for children’s worst habits. She delights in sharing her treasure trove of solutions with a neighborhood full of mischievous kids. Readers will enjoy the trouble and the amusing antics of all the characters that populate this light-hearted take on bad behaviors.

Dragon Masters: This series contains more than 25 books about dragons. Set in a fantasy world where dragons team up with humans to fight evil, each book focuses on a specific type of dragon and their chosen master. Readers will delight in the triumph over evil, while short chapters packed with action will keep them turning the pages and begging for the next book in this extensive series.