April 5, 2026

Best First Chapter Books for Early Readers

Here's what I want for every early reader: to finish a book and not even realize they read the whole thing. 📖

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These are the books featured in this post — tap any cover to find it on Amazon.

Cover of Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise

Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise

by Kate DiCamillo

Start here, every time. A pig who loves buttered toast and a family who loves her right back.

Cover of My Father's Dragon

My Father's Dragon

by Ruth Stiles Gannett

Classic adventure that never gets old. A boy, a dragon, and a daring rescue.

Cover of Eerie Elementary

Eerie Elementary

by Jack Chabert

For the kid who likes a little spooky with their story.

Kingdom of Wrenly

by Jordan Quinn

A whole kingdom of dragons and adventure waiting on the shelf.

Cover of Mr. Putter and Tabby

Mr. Putter and Tabby

by Cynthia Rylant

Gentle, funny, and perfect for the kid who wants a friend more than a plot twist.

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