I’ve compiled a big list with 60+ chapter books for Kindergarten-2nd grade readers. If you’re looking for a mystery, or awesome kid to read about I’ve got you covered.
Be sure to check out my collection of Graphic Novels for Kindergarten- 3rd Grade, Halloween books for kids, Non traditional Christmas books and books to get your child ready for kindergarten. There is a book for everyone!
Chapter Books for K-2nd Grade
This list was compiled with the help of other parents whose children love to read, plus local bookstore and librarian recommendations. Since I had so many amazing recommendations I never knew of I thought I would break it down into different genres. I also made a point to search out chapter books representing all children, and backgrounds!
As a kid reading was something I loved, even before I could read. I have fond memories of visiting my book mobile and checking out different books to get lost in. While times have changed there’s still a need for sitting down and reading a book.
It’s something my kids also enjoy and I love that they are exploring series that I grew up with and finding new ones along the way. I often see people asking for good chapter book series for their kids so I thought I would pull together a list and share some great ones for Kindergarten-2nd grade.
Animal Chapter Books K-2nd Grade
- Geronimo Stilton (2-5)
- The Critter Club (1-4)
- Lulu (1-5)
- The Owl Diaries (K-2)
- Sophie Mouse (K-4)
- Mercy Watson (1-4)
- My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (2-5)
- Sophie Mouse (K-4)
- Rescue Princesses (2-5)
- Puppy Pirates (1-4)
- Shark School (1-4)
- Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa (K-2)
- Haggis and Tank Unleashed (K-2)
STEM Related Chapter Books K-2nd Grade:
- Zoey & Sassafras (K-4)
- Goldie Blox (1-4)
- Magic School Bus (2-5)
- Who Would Win? (2-5)
Magical Chapter Books K-2nd Grade:
- Magic Tree House (1-4)
- Rainbow Fairies (K-3)
- The Kingdom of Wrenly (K-4)
- Never Girls (1-4)
- Dragon Masters (1-3)
- Heidi Heckleback (K-4)
Save the Day Super Kids Chapter Books K-2nd Grade:
- Captain Awesome (K-4)
- Ellie Ultra (2-3)
- The Princess in Black (K-3)
- Secret Agent Jack Stalwart (1-4)
Mystery Chapter Books K-2nd Grade:
- Nate the Great (1-4)
- Greetings from Somewhere (K-3)
- Young Cam Jensen (1-3)
- Museum Mysteries (2-3)
- Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew (1-4)
- Hardy Boys: Secret Files (1-4)
- A to Z Mysteries (1-4)
- The Haunted Library (1-3)
- Boxcar Children (1-5)
- Ballpark Mysteries (1-4)
- Eerie Elementary (1-3)
Awesome Girls Chapter Books K-2nd Grade:
- Sofia Martinez (K-2)
- Katie Woo (K-2)
- Ivy & Bean (1-5)
- Ruby Lu (1-4)
- Dyamonde Daniel (2-4)
- Judy Moody (1-4)
- Bink & Gollie (1-3)
- Violet Mackerel (1-5)
- Piper Morgan (1-5)
- Just Grace (1-4)
- Finley Flowers (2-3)
- Anna Hibiscus (K-3)
- Dory Fantasmagory (1-3)
- Louise Trapeze (1-4)
- Phoebe G. Green (1-4
- Clementine (1-3)
- Stella Batts (1-3)
- Daisy Dawson (1-4)
- Gooney Bird Greene (1-4)
Awesome Boy Chapter Books K-2nd Grade:
- Pedro (K-2)
- Roscoe Riley Rules (1-5)
- Ellray Jakes (1-3)
- Galaxy Zack (K-4)
- Horrible Harry (1-3)
- Flat Stanley (1-5)
- Stink (K-3)
- Zapato Power (1-5)
- Robot & Rico (1-2)
- My Weird School Day (2-5)
So many great books right and I’m sure there are more! I would love to hear what your kids enjoy readying and if I left any important ones off the list. Oh and don’t forget to see if your library has a summer reading program.
This is me Destiny! I'm a content creator that covers DIY, Cricut, Travel, National Parks, Disney, Games and Family. I’m navigating life with my husband Mike, 2 kids and live in the suburbs of Maplewood, New Jersey.
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