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School Life Chapter Books

School in chapter books is the setting for most of childhood's most important stories. The friends, the teachers, the hallways, the homework. These 4,848 books understand that school is where kids do most of their growing up.

4,848 books

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The Fashion Disaster That Changed My Life

A public wardrobe malfunction feels like the end of the world in this relatable story of recovering from a middle school

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Taylor's Version #1

Take a Chance on Me

Elizabeth Eulberg

For the student navigating the ups and downs of middle school friendship, school spirit, and the exciting, nervous energ

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Curtis Piperfield #2

C.C. faces the daily challenge of maintaining her independence and keeping up with her middle school friends while being

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Dress-Up Day

Dress-Up Day

Blanca Gómez

For the child feeling the 'fear of missing out' after a sick day. A gentle story about finding your own way to celebrate

Ages 3–6

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The Shorty Society

Sheri Cooper Sinykin

Tired of being the target of cruel pranks, three seventh graders plot a clever revenge that makes them question if they

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Clyde and Friends #2

Show and Tell Bunnies

Clyde the bunny is worried about finding something special enough to show his class, until a wonderful surprise changes

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The Littles Go to School

For the child who wonders what goes on in the secret corners of their classroom or feels a little small in a big world.

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Arthur Adventures

The World of Arthur and Friends

For the child navigating the highs and lows of second grade, from schoolyard mishaps to the pressure of getting everythi

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Arnie and the New Kid

Arnie never gave much thought to his classmate in a wheelchair until a set of crutches helps him see the world from a br

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How to Be Popular

Steph has a secret weapon to climb the high school social ladder: an old instructional manual that promises to trade her

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Agnes Parker #3

Agnes Parker... Keeping Cool in Middle School

Kathleen O'Dell

For the middle schooler who worries that being friends with the 'weird' kid might ruin their reputation.

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Herbie Jones #1

Third grade is full of surprises, from finding mysterious bones in the bathroom to getting lost on a field trip and movi

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Arthur Chapter Books

Arthur and the Double Dare

Frustrated by a mountain of schoolwork, Arthur and his classmates face a risky decision when they dare each other to ski

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Arthur Adventures

Arthur is tired of being teased for his new glasses, but life without them leads to a series of hilarious and messy mish

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Kevin Keller #1

Paul Kupperberg

For the child who feels different or is navigating a new school, follow Kevin as he finds his voice, deals with bullies,

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Freaky Friday #4

Mary Rodgers, Heather Hach

Thirteen-year-old Hadley wakes up in her teacher’s body, leading to a chaotic day of traded roles and unexpected perspec

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Nikki & Deja #2

For the child feeling overlooked or anxious about their special day, this story explores the ups and downs of birthday e

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We Share This School A Community Book

For the toddler or local preschooler preparing to join their first classroom, this gentle rhyme celebrates the kindness

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Perfectly Poppy #3

Michele Jakubowski

For the child who loves the spotlight and the friend who prefers the wings, this story explores how to support each othe

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This Is My School

For the child feeling nervous about their first day or curious about what happens behind school doors, this guide uses r

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Ashley Small & Ashlee Tall #5

The Grass Is Always Greener

Michele Jakubowski

For the child who compares their life to others, this story explores how different perspectives can lead to greater appr

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Clarice Bean #11

Clarice Bean, Smile

For children processing the stress of family changes or the pressure of school projects, Clarice Bean offers a relatable

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Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes

For teens grappling with intense friendships and heavy life questions, this novel explores identity, faith, and the dept

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The Transformation of Faith Futterman

Phyllis Shalant

Suzanne risks her status with the popular Insiders when she picks up an instrument and realizes her new best friend migh

More Formats for School Life

Young Adult(790)Graphic Novels(383)Middle Grade(318)Picture Books(200)Early Readers(161)Poetry(96)Board Books(6)

School Life by Age Group

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