Chapter Books for K-3

Shorter Chapter Books for Younger Readers - Grades K through 3

These are all books I've loved reading with my son and daughter.

Lots of Laughs, A Delightfully Delusional Main Character (who every imaginative kid will relate to)

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A Main Character Who is Mischievous and Imaginative (so many will relate!), Especially Great for Younger Siblings

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Hilarious, Clever, Fun Illustrations!

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Incorporates real SCIENCE, cute magical creatures, teaches growth mindset!

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Humphrey Has Lot to Teach Us About Humans, Great for Teaching Empathy, An Adorable Main Character

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Witty, Relatable, Lots of "Inside Jokes"


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Teaches about Inclusion and Empathy, Lots of Laughs, Adorable Animals

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Recommendations from my 7 year old son

A little note about graphic novels: I was a teacher for 10 years before becoming a parent, and here is my philosophy on graphic novels. LET THEM READ WHAT THEY LOVE! I said this over and over as a teacher, but I lived it as a parent. My son has always loved being read TO, but Dav Pilkey made him a reader that also likes to read to himself! This started over a year ago and he still sits by himself at the table engrossed in books. He's moved on to other books now too. Think of it as "gateway" reading material if you must. But please, let them find something they love to read!