She's been compared to Ramona many times, but I think I like her even better. She's super-spunky and determined to enjoy life despite constantly getting into scrapes. Clementine might be my favorite 21sh century heroine. I love the way the books in this Lola's embrace her multiracial heritage.Ĭlementineby Sara Pennypacker. Half-Jewish, half-Peruvian Lola loves to play soccer but is distressed when she accidentally hurts a classmate and the other kids start to call her "Mean Lola Levine." Lola figures out a plan to change everyone's mind and show them that she is really a nice person and good friend. I really like the Lola Levine series, and this is the first book in the series. Lola Levine (series) by Monica Brown, illustrated by Angela Dominguez. Intrepid Jasmine tackles pounding muchi rice, Japanese Girls' Day, Japanese drumming, and more. Each book in this fun new series incorporates Jasmine's Japanese-American heritage into the story line. Jasmine Toguchiby Debbi Michiko Florence. It's a lovely series to introduce your children to family life in another culture. It's gotten loads of praise by all the critics, and deservedly so. This is an absolutely wonderful series about a girl living with her extended family in Africa. You can read my parent tips for finding early chapter books if you need help finding good books in the library or bookstore. (Please note: Book titles and covers are affiliate links.)Īnna Hibiscus by Atinuke. They are best for children who have moved past easy readers, but are not yet ready for what are generally known as middle grade novels.
That encourages reading because when you have a friend you want to read all about her further adventures! So, be prepared to bring home stacks of books home from the library.Īlthough these are all "early chapter books" and are generally recommended for ages 5-9, they are not all at the same reading level. Why should kids read series? I know my kids start to think of favorite characters as friends. Note that I do not say: "early chapter books for girls." My 8 year old son has given the seal of approval to all of these books. Continuing with my book list series of early chapter books, today I'm featuring our favorite early chapter book series with girl protagonists.
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