14 best chapter books for kids

Name: Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 4-Book Box Set: Books 1-4
Brand: Greenwillow Books
Price: 197 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (250 reviews)

Chapter books for kids related to fairy tales, folk tales, and myths are a popular genre in children's literature.These books often incorporate elements of traditional tales, legends, folklore, or mythology to engage young readers in imaginative and magical storytelling. They typically have chapters that allow for longer and more complex narratives, making them suitable for middle-grade readers or advanced younger readers.

In these chapter books, authors often re-imagine traditional stories, retelling them in a way that captivates young readers and brings a fresh perspective to familiar tales. They may also create entirely new stories inspired by folklore or draw from different cultural backgrounds, providing a rich and diverse reading experience.

Illustrations play a significant role in chapter books for kids, enhancing the storytelling and helping children visualize the characters, settings, and events of the stories. The blend of engaging text and captivating visuals encourages children to immerse themselves in the magical worlds of fairy tales, folk tales, and myths.

Authors who specialize in this genre often weave important moral and ethical lessons into their stories, promoting values like courage, kindness, empathy, and resilience. They may also infuse elements of adventure, mystery, and humor to keep young readers entertained and eager to read more.

Overall, chapter books related to fairy tales, folk tales, and myths offer a delightful reading experience for young readers, fostering their love for stories and nurturing their imagination and creativity.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best chapter books for kids on the market

Amelia Bedelia Chapter Book 4-Book Box Set: Books 1-4

Greenwillow Books

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Magic Tree House Boxed Set, Books 1-4: Dinosaurs Before Dark, The Knight at Dawn, Mummies in the Morning, and Pirates Past Noon

Random House Books for Young Readers

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Magic Tree House Series

Begin here if you’re new to reading chapter books!

Move on to more challenging adventures with longer page counts!

Facts to go along with your favorite Magic Tree House stories!

Pax

Balzer & Bray/Harperteen

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Unicorn Academy: Rainbow of Adventure Boxed Set (Books 1-4)

Random House Books for Young Readers

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The Secret Zoo

Greenwillow Books

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Wish

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Junie B. Jones's First Boxed Set Ever! (Books 1-4)

Random House Books for Young Readers

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Junie B. Jones

The Last Kids on Earth: The Monster Box (books 1-3)

Viking Books for Young Readers

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MEET THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH: Jack Sullivan

Self-proclaimed “zombie-fighting, monster-slaying tornado of cool!” (His friends would disagree with the “cool” part.)
Every post-apocalyptic action hero needs a weapon, and Jack's is the Louisville Slicer – a baseball bat turned monster-slaying blade
Jack’s motto? “The apocalypse is better with buddies!”
Hobbies include taking pics of new monsters, late night gaming sessions, and junk food barbeques

MEET THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH: June Del Toro

Expert at kicking zombie butt, slaying evil monsters, and having fun while doing it
Discovering that battling monsters—and throwing epic dance parties—is more fun with friends
Forever wears a multi-purpose, monster-battling, blaster-gadget on her left hand
Do NOT call her a damsel in distress. Seriously… DO NOT.

MEET THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH: Quint Baker

Super-rad scientist kid who’s always ready to save the day
Creates monster-battling gadgets, zombie-defeating weapons, and his own comics!
Obsessed with bad movies and good video games
Built Big Mama, the team’s post-apocalyptic pick-up truck

MEET THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH: Dirk Savage

Former bully turned monster battling buddy
The most ferocious 7th grader to ever walk the halls of Parker Middle School
A true renaissance kid: loves gardening, old western movies, and (of course) taking out bad dudes
See those boxing wraps? Those are for punching things. Dirk's always punching things.

The Complete Adventures of the Borrowers

HMH Books for Young Readers

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Charlotte's Web (Trophy Newbery)

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The Boxcar Children Books 1-4 ( Cover may Vary )

Albert Whitman & Company

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The Boxcar Children Early Reader 4 Books Set

Start reading with the Boxcar Children! This set includes the first four books of Gertrude Chandler Warner’s>The Boxcar Children, Surprise Island, The Yellow House Mystery, and Mystery Ranch.

The Boxcar Children Bookshelf

A deluxe Boxcar bookcase that contains 12 titles-- The Boxcar Children Mysteries #1 though #12. Also, included are Boxcar activities, poster, and accordion bookmark with title checklist. The bookcase can expand to hold up to 32 books.

The Boxcar Children Books 1-4

The paperback editions of The Boxcar Children Mysteries: #1, The Boxcar Children; #2, Surprise Island; #3, The Yellow House Mystery; and #4. Mystery Ranch are offered together in a cardboard case.