With a new year upon us Charlie and I have been filling a calendar with books we would like to read next year. Once I finished compiling Charlie’s list I thought you might like to check out the chapter books Charlie chose. As they would be perfect books for boys and girls to read daily.
As your purchasing Gifts for different Holiday’s and Birthdays next year you might want to purchase these new Chapter Books I am sharing with you. If you know of chapter books you think Charlie would enjoy leave me a comment. Charlie is supposed to read for 30 minutes a day. I know we didn’t pick out enough books to last the full year.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book Series
Diary of a Wimpy Kid (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 1)
Boys don’t keep diaries—or do they?
Rodrick Rules (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 2)
The highly anticipated sequel to the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling book!
Secrets have a way of getting out, especially when a diary is involved.
The Last Straw (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 3)
The highly anticipated third book in the critically acclaimed and bestselling series takes the art of being wimpy to a whole new level.
Dog Days (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 4)
It’s summer vacation, the weather’s great, and all the kids are having fun outside. So where’s Greg Heffley? Inside his house, playing video games with the shades drawn.
The Ugly Truth (Book 5) Published by: Jeff Kinney
Greg Heffley has always been in a hurry to grow up. But is getting older really all it’s cracked up to be?
Cabin Fever (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 6)
Greg Heffley is in big trouble. School property has been damaged, and Greg is the prime suspect. But the crazy thing is, he’s innocent. Or at least sort of.
The Third Wheel (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 7)
Greg Heffley is not willing to be the odd man out.
Hard Luck (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Book 8)
Greg Heffley’s on a losing streak. His best friend, Rowley Jefferson, has ditched him, and finding new friends in middle school is proving to be a tough task
The Long Haul (Book 9) Published by: Jeff Kinney
A family road trip is supposed to be a lot of fun . . . unless, of course, you’re the Heffleys.
Old School (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #10)
Life was better in the old days. Or was it?
Double Down (Diary of a Wimpy Kid #11)
The pressure’s really piling up on Greg Heffley. His mom thinks video games are turning his brain to mush, so she wants her son to put down the controller and explore his “creative side.”
The Getaway Published (Book) 12 by: Jeff Kinney
Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town.
The Meltdown (Diary of a Wimpy Kid Book 13)
When snow shuts down Greg Heffley’s middle school, his neighborhood transforms into a wintry battlefield.
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Dog Man Series Published By: Dav Pilkey
Dog Man (Book 1)
George and Harold have created a new breed of justice — one that is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!
Dog Man Unleashed: (Dog Man #2)
Dog Man and Cat Kid: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #4)
Hot diggity dog! Dog Man is back — and this time he’s not alone
Dog Man Lord of the Fleas (Book 5)
When a new bunch of baddies bust up the town, Dog Man is called into action — and this time he isn’t alone
Dog Man Brawl of The Wild (Book 6)
Is Dog Man bad to the bone?
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Captain Underpants Series Published By: Dav Pilkey
Authors: Dav Pilkey, Dav Pilkey writing as George Beard and Harold Hutchins
Illustrator: Dav Pilkey
Number of Books in Series: 12 so far
Age Group: 7 – 12 years
An outrageously funny and action-packed series about the adventures of fourth-graders George and Harold. These easy-to-read chapter books include hilarious pictures on every page, and are loved (and read repeatedly) by millions of even the most reluctant readers.
This series should be read in the correct order listed here.
The Adventures of Captain Underpants
Summary:
When George and Harold hypnotize their principal into thinking that he is the superhero Captain Underpants, he leads them to the lair of the nefarious Dr. Diaper, where they must defeat his evil robot henchmen.
Captain Underpants and the Attack of the Talking Toilets
Summary:
Principal Krupp once again turns into the superhero Captain Underpants in order to save the world, and Jerome Horwitz Elementary School, from the evil talking toilets and the Turbo Toilet 2000.
Summary:
Only Captain Underpants can stop the three evil space aliens who have invaded Jerome Horwitz Elementary School and turned everyone into lunchroom zombie nerds.
Captain Underpants and the Perilous Plot of Professor Poopypants
Summary:
When Professor Pippy P. Poopypants comes to Jerome Horwitz Elementary School to teach science, and he goes off the deep end because students make fun of his name, only Captain Underpants can save the school from the professor’s perilous plot.
Captain Underpants and the Wrath of the Wicked Wedgie Woman
Summary:
George and Harold have really done it this time–they’ve created a monster! She’s faster, smarter, and more evil than anything the world has seen before–she’s Wedgie Woman! With the help of her horrible robots and her horrendous hairdo, Wedgie Woman is on a mission to take over the world, and she’ll give a whopping wedgie to anyone who stands in her way–including Captain Underpants.
6: Captain Underpants and the Big, Bad Battle of the Bionic Booger Boy Part 1
Summary:
A snotty situation ensues when Melvin Sneedley, an academically gifted student, turns into the Bionic Booger Boy and must be stopped by George, Harold, and Captain Underpants.
Captain Underpants and the Big, Bad Battle of the Bionic Booger Boy Part 2
Summary:
George, Harold, Captain Underpants, and Sulu the bionic hamster battle the three ridiculous Robo-Boogers in an attempt to turn the Bionic Booger Boy back into Melvin Sneedly.
Captain Underpants and the Preposterous Plight of the Purple Potty People
Publisher Description:
THE WAIT IS OVER!!! Dav Pilkey’s beloved Captain Underpants returns to face his nemesis – the evil Captain Blunderpants – with the help of two new superheroes, Great-Granny Girdle and Boxer Boy!
Captain Underpants and the Terrifying Return of Tippy Tinkletrousers
When we last saw George and Harold, they were headed to jail for the rest of their lives. What could be worse? How about being pulled from prison by a time-traveling tyrant named Tippy Tinkletrousers?!!?
Captain Underpants and the Revolting Revenge of the Radioactive Robo-Boxers
When we last saw our heroes, George and Harold, they had been turned into evil zombie nerds doomed to roam a devastated, postapocalyptic planet for all eternity. But why, you might ask, didn’t the amazing Captain Underpants save the boys from this frightening fate?
Captain Underpants and the Tyrannical Retaliation of the Turbo Toilet 2000
Publisher Book Description:
When the Incredible Robo-Plunger defeated the evil Turbo Toilet 2000, George and Harold thought their toilet troubles were over. Unfortunately, their porcelain problems were only beginning . .
Captain Underpants and the Sensational Saga of Sir Stinks-A-Lot
There’s something rotten in the state of Ohio, and it’s smellier than a pile of putrid gym socks! Steer clear — it’s Sir Stinks-A-Lot!
The Captain Underpants Extra-Crunchy Book O’ Fun
Excerpt/First Sentence(s):
Hi everybody! After a hard day of fighting crime, I like to curl up with a really cheesy activity book like this one!
The All New Captain Underpants Extra-Crunchy Book O’ Fun 2
Excerpt/First Sentence(s):
Hi everybody! Welcome to an all new Extra-Crunchy Book o’ Fun.
Back Cover:
You’ll LAUGH! You’ll CRY! You’ll WET YOUR PANTS WITH JOY when you join George and Harold for more fun ‘n’ games with the amazing Captain Underpants and the world’s smallest superhero, Super Diaper Baby. Learn how to draw your favorite characters, tell cheesy jokes, and even make your own silly Captain Underpants story. Best of all, this book includes a brand-new comic-book adventure starring Captain Underpants, Super Diaper Baby, and the amazing Diaper Dog!
The Adventures of Super Diaper Baby
Summary:
Irrepressible friends George and Harold create a new comic book superhero, Super Diaper Baby.
The Adventures of Oak and Gluk, Kung-Fu Cavemen From the Future
Summary:
The world’s most evil corporation of the future invades Caveland, Ohio and enslaves the inhabitants, until a time portal takes Ook and Gluk to the year 2222, where they meet a wise new friend who provides them with the means of saving the day.
Super Diaper Baby 2, The Invasion of the Potty Snatchers
One day the Hoskins family went to the park for a picnic
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Fly Guy Series Published by Tedd Arnold
This series can be read in any order.
Hi! Fly Guy
Summary:
When Buzz captures a fly to enter in The Amazing Pet Show, his parents and the judges tell him that a fly cannot be a pet, but Fly Guy proves them wrong.
Super Fly Guy
Summary:
Fly Guy visits the school cafeteria and gets the lunch lady fired.
Shoo, Fly Guy!
Summary:
A pet fly searches for his favorite brown, oozy, lumpy, smelly food.
There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Fly Guy
Summary:
After accidentally swallowing her grandson’s pet fly, Grandma tries to retrieve it by consuming progressively larger animals.
Fly High, Fly Guy!
Summary:
When Buzz, his parents, and his pet fly go on a road trip and get lost, Fly Guy comes to the rescue to help them find their way home.
Hooray for Fly Guy!
Summary:
Fly Guy joins Buzz’s football team, despite Coach’s misgivings, and hits the field for a special, secret play.
I Spy Fly Guy!
Summary:
While playing hide-and-seek with Buzz, Fly Guy is taken away by a garbage man.
Fly Guy Meets Fly Girl!
Summary:
When Fly Guy meets Fly Girl, he is amazed and smitten.
Buzz Boy and Fly Guy
Summary:
Buzz creates a comic book that features Buzz Boy and Fly Guy as the superheroes.
Fly Guy vs. the Flyswatter!
Fly Guy unintentionally joins Buzz at school, and then goes with his class on a field trip to a fly swatter factory.
Ride, Fly Guy, Ride!
Summary:
While riding in the car with Buzz and his father, Fly Guy gets blown out of the window and finds himself riding in a truck, then a boat, a train, an airplane, and maybe even a rocket.
There’s a Fly Guy in My Soup
Summary:
When Fly Guy is not allowed in the restaurant with Buzz’s family he follows his nose and ends up in the soup.
Fly Guy and The Frankenfly
Summary:
Buzz has a nightmare that his best friend Fly Guy has created a gigantic Frankenfly monster.
Fly Guy’s Amazing Tricks
Summary:
Fly Guy has learned a lot of new tricks, but when he shows off at dinner time he and Buzz get into trouble–though later they prove useful.
Fly Guy #15: Prince Fly Guy
Summary:
Buzz is writing a fairy tale for homework, and Fly Guy naturally assumes the role of a handsome prince, who fends off a giant and rescues a beautiful princess.
Fly Guy’s Ninja Christmas
It’s Christmazzz Eve and Fly Guy doesn’t have a present to give his best friend, Buzz.
Fly Guy’s Big Family
Fly Guy misses his family. So when Fly Guy’s not looking, Buzz plans him a surprise party and invites his whole family-including all his brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, and mother and father. …
Fly Guy and the Alienzz
Buzz is making a movie about aliens from outer space. When the action begins, superheroes Fly Guy and Buzz Boy are protecting a secret fort in the sky when an alien ship captures them!
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My Big Fat Zombie Series Published by Mo O’Hara
My Big Fat Zombie Fun Book
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 7)
Mo O’Hara with Dillon James West; illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Feiwel & Friends -
Jurassic Carp: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 6)
Mo O’Hara; Illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Square Fish -
Fish-tory comes to life with two more fin-tastic stories featuring our favorite zombie goldfish Frankie from New York Times-bestselling author Mo O’Hara.
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Live and Let Swim: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 5)
Mo O’Hara; Illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Square Fish -
The name’s Goldfish. Zombie Goldfish. Fishy mayhem abounds with two more fin-tastic stories featuring our favorite (New York Times-bestselling!) zombie goldfish.
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Any Fin Is Possible: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 4)
Mo O’Hara; Illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Square Fish -
Get ready for more fishy mayhem with two more fin-tastic stories featuring our favorite (New York Times-bestselling!) zombie goldfish, Frankie!
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Fins of Fury: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 3)
Mo O’Hara; Illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Square Fish -
Get ready for more fishy mayhem with two more fin-tastic stories featuring our favorite (New York Times-bestselling!) zombie goldfish, Frankie!
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The SeaQuel: My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 2)
Mo O’Hara; Illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Square Fish - After Tom rescued Frankie the goldfish from his big brother Mark’s toxic science experiment by zapping him back to life with a battery, Frankie somehow became a BIG FAT ZOMBIE GOLDFISH with…
My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish
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My Big Fat Zombie Goldfish (Volume 1)
Mo O’Hara; illustrated by Marek Jagucki
Square Fish - A New York Times bestseller! When Tom’s big brother decides to become an Evil Scientist, his first experiment involves dunking Frankie the goldfish into toxic green gunk.
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Flat Stanley Series
Flat Stanley: His Original Adventure!
Summary:
After a bulletin board falls on Stanley while he is sleeping, he finds that being flat has its advantages.
Don’t miss this magical Flat Stanley chapter book adventure!
Stanley Lambchop has found a real magic lamp with a genie inside! The genie tells Stanley he can wish for anything in the world: fame, a magical pet, superpowers—you name it.
A Far-out adventure!
The President of the United States has chosen Stanley Lambchop and his family to become the first humans to fly in the Star Scout, a new top-secret spaceship.
Stanley’s most exciting adventure is about to begin. He’ll meet the Queen of England, have a birthday party in outer space, and save a whole planet of aliens from danger. Oh, that Stanley!
Summary:
When Santa quits his job a few days before Christmas because of too many greedy children, his daughter whisks young Stanley Lambchop and his family off to the North Pole to help change the old man’s mind.
Summary:
One morning after a thunderstorm, the Lambchop family is surprised to discover that Stanley is suddenly invisible.
After Stanley Lambchop goes flat once again, he uses his flatness to help win a sailboat race and to rescue a classmate from a collapsed building.
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The Karate Mystery Published By: Elizabeth Levy
Justin cannot do anything right in karate class without his belt, and Invisible, Inc., the mystery-solving trio with an invisible friend, helps Justin find the missing belt. Original.
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These 101 true tales from history – packed with colourful cartoons celebrating the looniest legends, the dastardliest dynasties and the craziest curses – will have you in stiches! Did you know that the Ancient Egyptians believed in magic, and even had their own magic wands? …
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The Bad Guys Aaron Blabey
the bad guys – episode 1
Mr Wolf. Mr Shark. Mr Snake. Mr Piranha.
They’re bad guys, everybody knows that. They’re scary and dangerous and well… just BAD.
But these guys want to be HEROES. And they’re going to prove it by doing good deeds… whether YOU want them to or not.
Buckle up for the funniest, naughtiest and coolest book you’ll ever read – it’s time to meet the BAD GUYS.
the bad guys. episode 2 – mission unpluckable
The Bad Guys are back with a daring plan to rescue 10,000 chickens from a high-security cage farm! But how do you rescue chickens when one of you is known as The Chicken Swallower?
Join The Bad Guys as they return for more dodgy good deeds with a new member of the team. And watch out for the super villain who might just be the end of them! Good deeds. Whether you like it or not.
the bad guys. episode 3 – the furball strikes back
Mr. Wolf and his bad buddies have messed with the wrong guinea pig — one who is secretly an evil mad scientist. And the nasty little furball wants revenge! Will they survive? Will they be heroes? And will they ever stop trying to eat each other?!?
the bad guys. episode 4 – attack of the zittens
The Zombie Kitten Invasion is here!
the bad guys. episode 5 – intergalactic gas
The Bad News? The world is ending. The Good News? The Bad Guys are back to save it
the bad guys. episode 6 – alien vs bad guys
One by one, the BAD GUYS are vanishing. TAKEN by a creature with way too many teeth… and far too many bottoms. Is this the end? Maybe. But will it be funny? You bet your butts it will…
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Chapter Books for Girls
Black Beauty Anna Sewell
Black Beauty is an 1877 novel by English author Anna Sewell. It was composed in the last years of her life, during which she remained in her house as an invalid.
The novel became an immediate best-seller, with Sewell dying just five months after its publication, but long enough to see her only novel become a success.
With fifty million copies sold, Black Beauty is one of the best-selling books of all time. While forthrightly teaching animal welfare, it also teaches how to treat people with kindness, sympathy, and respect.
Black Beauty became a forerunner to the pony book genre of children’s literature. In 2003, the novel was listed at number 58 on the BBC’s survey The Big Read.
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Meet Kit: An American Girl 1934 (The American Girls Collection, Book 1)
Kit’s world turns upside down when Mother’s friends come to stay with them, and Dad loses his business. Will life ever be the same again?
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Little House on the Prairie Laura Ingalls Wilder
Based on the real-life adventures of Laura Ingalls Wilder, Little House on the Prairie is the third book in the award-winning Little House series, which has captivated generations of readers. This edition features the classic black-and-white artwork from Garth Williams.
Laura Ingalls and her family are heading to Kansas! Leaving behind their home in the Big Woods of Wisconsin, they travel by covered wagon until they find the perfect spot to build a little house on the prairie.
Laura and her sister Mary love exploring the rolling hills around their new home, but the family must soon get to work, farming and hunting and gathering food for themselves and for their livestock.
Just when the Ingalls family starts to settle into their new home, they find themselves caught in the middle of a conflict. Will they have to move again?
The nine books in the timeless Little House series tell the story of Laura’s real childhood as an American Pioneer and are cherished by readers of all generations. They offer a unique glimpse into life on the American frontier, and tell the heartwarming, unforgettable story of a loving family.
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The Tapper Twins Published By: Geoff Rodkey
THE TAPPER TWINS GO TO WAR (with each other)
CLAUDIA: This is the officially true history of the War Between the Tapper Twins. As documented by me, Claudia Tapper—the mature, responsible, and totally innocent half of the Tapper Twins.
THE TAPPER TWINS TEAR UP NEW YORK
CLAUDIA: This is the official history of the first-ever Culvert Prep Scavenger Hunt for Charity. Which was a HUGE success. And did NOT cause a riot in the streets of New York.
REESE: That’s not what the newspaper article said.
THE TAPPER TWINS RUN FOR PRESIDENT
NOW AT YOUR FAVORITE BOOKSTORE!
CLAUDIA: This is the official history of the Culvert Prep Sixth Grade Presidential Election. Which, thanks to my brother, was a total circus.
THE TAPPER TWINS GO VIRAL
COMING APRIL 4, 2017!
CLAUDIA TAPPER, future (hopefully famous) singer-songwriter: This is the official history of a bunch of amazing but horrible things that happened to my brother and me on the Internet.
REESE TAPPER, Internet disaster victim: They weren’t all horrible. When my clip went viral, it was AWESOME! Millions of people saw it!
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
