First Experiences

7 books · Ages 1-11 · chapter book

First Experiences is a 7-book series for ages 1-11 by Helen Oxenbury.

Reading Order

The Checkup1
The Checkup1983
The Important Visitor2
The Important Visitor1984
Mother's Helper3
Mother's Helper1991
Eating Out4
Eating Out1994
The Car Trip5
The Car Trip1994
Our Dog6
Our Dog1994
The New Baby7
The New Baby1996

Where to Start

What This Series Covers

Love & FamilyFamily & SiblingsEmpathy & KindnessGrowing UpSelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & Perseverance

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