From picture books to early chapter books, there are many wonderful options to fill your 5-year-old’s bookshelf. At this age, your child has started kindergarten and is learning how to read, while sharpening skills like recognizing letters of the alphabet and identifying sight words.
Book series, in particular, are a great way to get your child excited about exploring new topics and interests through books. The ongoing storylines and familiar characters will help them create a deeper connection to the text and teach them how to relate those fictional experiences to real life.
Check out some of these beloved book series for 5-year-olds!
Diary of a Pug: Baron von Bubbles, aka Bub, is the self-proclaimed cutest pug on the planet! He’s very particular about his likes and dislikes, and when things go awry for Bub, hilarity always ensues in this loveable Branches series.
Princess Truly: Packed with full-color artwork, charming rhymes, and sweet stories, this series is a celebration of individuality, empowerment, self-esteem, and confidence. Alonside Princess Truly's magical adventures, young readers will be inspired to dream big and achieve anything they put their mind to. Explore more great Acorn series for beginning readers.
There Was an Old Lady: Readers will delight in the silly Old Lady's hilarious feats and unusual snacks! Featuring fun word play, sing-song prose, and rhyme and repetition, this book series will help reinforce foundational reading skills, such as phonemic awarness.
Pete the Cat: Filled with rockin’ rhymes and funky illustrations, this book series follows Pete, the coolest blue cat, who finds himself in fun situations. From losing the four groovy buttons on his shirt to throwing the ultimate pizza party, Pete’s laid-back attitude and positivity will teach your child a thing or two about finding happiness.
Pig the Pug: Your 5-year-old will love following the mischief and mayhem of Aaron Blabey's hilarious pug protagonist. The irresistbly quirky illustrations are paired with relatable lessons about kindness, honesty, friendship, sharing, and more!
Fly Guy: Whether your child loves nonfiction or fiction, the fun adventures of Fly Guy and his human, Buzz, will have your kid devouring every page. This series teaches your child interesting facts, like what makes up the solar system or different breeds of dogs – while showcasing fascinating photos to help your little reader visualize.
How Do Dinosaurs: This book series is perfect for kindergartners who want to learn how to interact and play like a big kid. Your child will learn how to show good manners, share their toys with friends, clean their rooms, and much more.
Owl Diaries: Readers will love following the adventures of Eva, a sweet owl who lives in the city of Treetopolis. Whether Eva is learning to take care of a new pet or having fun at the beach, your child will relate to this kind character as she shares her life through her very own diaries.
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