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Gumdrop

4 books · Ages 3–11 · Chapter Books

Gumdrop is a 4-book series for ages 3–11 by Val Biro. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Gumdrop Races a Train and Gumdrop and the Pirates are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

Gumdrop and Horace

Gumdrop and Horace1974

Gumdrop Races a Train

Gumdrop Races a Train1976

Gumdrop and the Pirates

Gumdrop and the Pirates1978

Gumdrop's School Adventure

Gumdrop's School Adventure1999

What This Series Covers

Vehicles & Machines History Friendship & Loyalty Empathy & Kindness Joy & Gratitude Curiosity & Wonder

What to Read Next

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Party in the Garden

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Join Holly and Rose as they head to Jenny's birthday garden party, only to find it in a chaotic mess. Can these friends

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Hocus and Pocus and the Dragon Next Door

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