Books for Kids Learning to Read
Favorite Series of 2025
The Berenstain Bears: Get Outdoors
by Mike Berenstain

The cubs are camping in their backyard, and Papa has decided to come. He's an expert camper, but when it's time to set up the tent and start the fire, Papa is the one who needs help.
The Berenstain Bears: Get Outdoors by Mike Berenstain
Sabrina Sue Loves the Mountains
by Priscilla Burris

Sabrina Sue loves mountains. Her farm home is too flat - she dreams of peaks and thrilling cliffs. So she sets off for the hike of a lifetime.
Sabrina Sue Loves the Mountains: Ready-To-Read Level 1 by Priscilla Burris
Biscuit's Puppy Sleepover
by Alyssa Satin Capucilli

When Biscuit the curious little puppy and his Little Girl have a sleepover, there's loads of puppy fun! Sleepovers are the best, especially with other puppy friends! But will Biscuit the little yellow puppy be able to find a stuffed animal to sleep with?
Biscuit's Puppy Sleepover by Alyssa Satin Capucilli
Rubble & Crew 5-Minute Phonics: Five Stories and Five Activities!
by Pamela Chanko

Join Rubble and his crew of construction pups on read-together phonics adventures! These motivating stories and activities make learning to read fun and easy.
Rubble & Crew 5-Minute Phonics: Five Stories and Five Activities! by Pamela Chanko
Cocomelon: Time to Play Soccer!
by Gloria Cruz

Join JJ, Nina, and Cody as they play soccer. Score!
Time to Play Soccer! by Gloria Cruz
Pete the Cat's Mars Mission
by Kim Dean

Marty is stuck on Mars, and it's up to Pete the Cat to rescue him! Will Pete have the tools he needs to get Marty home?
Pete the Cat's Mars mission by Kim Dean
Lego Ninjago: Dragons Rising the New Heroes
by Stacia Deutsch

This full-color, action-packed chapter book, based on the all-new animated LEGO NINJAGO series, features three stories that follow the amazing adventures of Sora and Arin in the lush world of Dragons Rising where heroes, villains and dragons collide.
Lego Ninjago: Dragons Rising the New Heroes by Stacia Deutsch
Dot the Ladybug: The Perfect Spot
by K. George

Dot the Ladybug is a charming sleuth on an adventure helping Jots look for the perfect spot for a picnic, in a book filled with sweet art and simple wordplay. 
Dot the Ladybug: The Perfect Spot by K. George
Spidey and His Amazing Friends: Go Team Spidey!
by Frankie Hallam

Meet the members of Team Spidey and some of their amazing friends, including Iron Man, Ms. Marvel and Black Panther, in a story about bravery and teamwork that has imagery, clear vocabulary and a quiz.
Go Team Spidey! by Frankie Hallam
Pinkalicious: Lost in Paris
by Victoria Kann

Pinkalicious gets distracted and loses track of Mommy, Daddy, and Peter on a family trip to Paris. But fortunately, Pinkalicious remembers Mommy's advice and knows what to do.
Pinkalicious: Lost in Paris by Victoria Kann
Not Quite Narwhal: The Nervous Narwhal
by Maria Le

Theo really wants to tell Kelp, Scallop, and Cruz why he always leaves in the middle of every game they play, but he is nervous that his friends will not understand. With a little courage and support, Theo is finally able to spend the entire day playing without a worry!
The nervous narwhal by Maria Le
Little Critter: Night Night! Sleep Tight!
by Mercer Mayer

When Little Critter and Little Sister hear a strange sound at bedtime, the two set out to find the source and discover things that look like monsters in the dark are not what they seem.
Little Critter: Night Night! Sleep Tight! by Mercer Mayer
Junior Monster Scouts: Pumpkin Party
by Joe McGee

The Junior Monster Scouts are throwing a party with a jack-o-lantern carving contest, but when Vamprya, Franky, and Wolfy get to the pumpkin patch, they must figure out how to get the pumpkins back to Castle Dracula with them.
Pumpkin party by Joe McGee
Robin Hill School: Snow Day
by Margaret McNamara

An unexpected snow day gives the first graders of Robin Hill School a day to relax and have some fun in this Level 1 Ready-to-Read story, now in hardcover for the first time! Nia loves the snow, and everyone knows half of the fun is having a snow day from school. But then the snow keeps falling, and school stays closed, and Nia realizes that staying at home really isn't so much fun after all.
Snow Day by Margaret McNamara
Big Shark, Little Shark, and the Christmas Tree
by Anna Membrino

Big Shark and Little Shark find a Christmas tree but since most of the ornaments on it are broken, they set out to decorate it with underwater ornaments.
Big Shark, Little Shark, and the Christmas Tree by Anna Membrino
Whale, Quail, and Snail: Whale and the Mystery Mango
by Erica S. Perl

Whale sees a mango! It's growing on the tree on Tiny Island, but it's not ready to eat. When will it be ripe? It's a mystery, and waiting is hard, but Whale, Quail, and Snail will get through it together!
<span style="font-style:normal; font-weight:400"><span style="font-style:italic"><span style="font-weight:bold">Whale, Quail, and Snail:</span></span>&nbsp;</span>Whale and the Mystery Mango by Erica S. Perl
Big Dog and Little Dog Going for a Walk
by Dav Pilkey

Big Dog and Little Dog go for a walk and walk straight into a mess! The doggie duo discover that both mud patches and rain puddles make for a great outdoor adventure, and that even a bath is more fun with a friend by your side.
Big Dog and Little Dog Going for a Walk by Dav Pilkey
Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea
by Cynthia Rylant

When Mr. Putter decides to get a pet, he finds the perfect cat in Tabby, and together they find joy and beauty throughout the seasons, from playing in the tulip garden during the spring to listening to opera music in the winter.
Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea by Cynthia Rylant
Peppa the Unicorn
by Cala Spinner

Peppa has always wanted to be a magical unicorn, and Mummy Pig thinks she can help! But will Peppa's wish come true?
Peppa the unicorn by Cala Spinner
Curious George Field Day
by Brooke Vitale

It's the perfect day for some outdoor fun, and Curious George has big plans! With the help of the man with the yellow hat, George hosts a series of field games for his friends. While everyone splits up into teams and keeps score, George learns that field day is about having fun--win or lose! When all the players have a good time, everyone wins.
Curious George field day by Brooke Vitale