This list with 27 of the best chapter books for boys has stories that even the most reluctant reader will enjoy! It's no secret that boys sometimes need a little more motivation to read, but this list contains books with high-interest content and charming illustrations for beginning readers in elementary school and advanced readers for 4th graders. Go to your local independent bookstore or school library, or pop into your local library and find these fun series, stories, and other wonderful books for kids.
1. Horrid Henry Book Series
Horrid Henry is a popular series about a very misbehaved, mischievous boy who always lands himself in trouble. The author of the Horrid Henry series, Francesca Simon, created these early readers, audiobooks, fact books, and joke books in this funny series.
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2. Here's Hank's Book Series
This #1 bestselling series is written by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver. The books feature easy-to-read text and simple funny stories about Hank Zipzer and his friends getting into trouble and getting themselves out again.
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3. EllRay Jakes Book Series
EllRay Jakes is a series written by Sally Warner about a small boy who gets into big trouble! With the fun and relatable story themes, even the most reluctant reader will love this series!
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4. Bug Boys Book Series
These graphic novels written by Laura Knetzger are so much fun and the perfect books for boys. The main characters are two beetles who go on various adventures together. These books are the perfect blend of weirdness, silliness, and introspection.
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5. Humphrey's Tiny Tales Book Series
Humphrey's Tiny Tales are written by Betty G. Birney. Humphrey is the loveable classroom hamster of room 26. He gets to go home with a different classmate every weekend and has a grand time with many adventures.
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6. George Brown, Class Clown Book Series
George Brown is a loveable and hilarious series written by Nancy Krulik about George Brown. George is a 4th grader and is named the class clown. His silly antics make for great fun and great reading. These books are for advanced readers from 2nd grade up.
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7. Stink Book Series
The Stink books are written by Megan McDonald and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds. Stink is the companion series to Judy Moody. Stink is Judy Moody's younger brother, who has a thirst for knowledge and adventure. This spin-off series is a wonderful addition to your independent reader's collection.
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8. Hank The Cowdog Book Series
Hank the Cowdog is a charming series with over 70 fun titles to choose from. This series is written by John R. Erickson, and it's about a Cowdog named Hank. Hank the Cowdog and various other characters and their predicaments and adventures.
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9. The Zach and Zoe Mysteries Series
The Zach and Zoe Mysteries is a wonderful series written by Mike Lupica. The series is the perfect starter set for early chapter book readers. The series follows the sport-loving duo, Zach and Zoe, as they solve mysteries and play their favorite sport!
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10. Nate The Great Book Series
Nate the Great is a detective mystery classic series that is perfect for beginner readers. Written by Marjorie Weinman Sharmat, the series is about Nate, a little detective, who solves problems he and his friends encounter.
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11. Caveboy Dave Book Series
This funny graphic novel series is written by Aaron Reynolds. It tells the story of a little caveboy who is expected to be a meat-bringer and take care of the other cave people, but all caveboy Dave wants to do is invent new things. This wonderful series will be a hit with everyone who reads it.
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12. Dragon Masters Book Series
Dragon Masters is a classic series written by Tracey West. It stars dragons, wizards, and other magical elements. The story follows children who become dragon masters and need to train their own dragons. This series is for independence and is filled with high-interest content.
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13. Henry And Mudge Book Series
Henry and Mudge will be your child's new favorite series! Written by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Sucie Stevenson. This fun series with its adorable illustrations follows a boy and his dog on their fun adventures. Henry and Mudge have the easy-to-read text and various reading levels for Elementary school readers.
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14. Charlie & Mouse Book Series
Charlie & Mouse is a wonderful series written by Laurel Snyder and illustrated by Emily Hughes. It follows the story of two young brothers named Charlie and Mouse. They come from a loving family and have many friends who join them on their adventures.
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15. Jasmine Toguchi Book Series
Jasmine Toguchi is a wonderful series created by Debbi Michiko Florence about a funky spunky 8-year-old Japanese-American who loves to have fun and learns a lot about family, friendships and sisterhood along the way.
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16. Ready, Freddy! Book Series
This original series by Abby Klein will be a hit amongst your 1st-grade readers! In this hilarious series, a first grader named Freddy goes through various obstacles throughout the year and develops hilarious ways to conquer all his obstacles.
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17. Magic Tree House Book Series
Magic Tree House is a quality series about children who go on magical adventures in the magic tree house. This original series was written by Mary Pope Osborne and follows Annie and Jack in their tree house missions. This popular series is perfect for advanced readers and features high-interest content.
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18. Amber Brown Book Series
This lovely series is written by Paula Danzinger and follows Amber Brown, who goes through many trials and tribulations, like her parents' divorce, but always triumphs in the end. Read about Amber Brown's adventures at summer camp, field trips, and other fun stuff 4th graders do.
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19. Mercy Watson Book Series
Mercy Watson is a hilarious series written by Kate DiCamillo and illustrated by Chris van Dusen. This charming series follows a pig called Mercy Watson who is called a porcine wonder.
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20. Wayside School 4-Book Series
Wayside School is the perfect series for you independent readers. This simple series follows the students and teachers at Wayside as they go on weird and wacky adventures. The colorful illustrations and high-interest content will be a hit amongst all young readers.
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21. Junie B. Jones
Junie B. Jones is a number 1 New York Times bestseller written by Barbara Park. The series follows a mouthy 1st grader as she navigates Kindergarten and 1st grade. While Junie B isn't the best role model, she's still a fun, relatable character.
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22. Super Rabbit Boy Book Series
Super Rabbit Boy is a comic book-style series written and illustrated by Thomas Flintham. This popular series follows a boy named Sunny as he plays his favorite video game featuring Super Rabbit Boy on all his adventures. The mix of color and black-and-white illustrations makes for a fun read.
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23. Captain Underpants Book Series
Captain Underpants is a wildly popular series that follows two 4th Grade boys, Harold Hutchins and George Beard, and Captain Underpants, a made-up character from one of the boys' comic books who comes alive and makes sure there is always fun and trouble around.
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24. Henry Huggins Book Series
Henry Huggins is a gentle series written by Beverly Cleary about a boy named Henry, whose life gets turned upside down when he gets a puppy. Henry and his dog, Ribsy, love going on adventures and always manage to sniff out mischief.
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25. The Jake Drake Book Series
The Jake Drake series is written by award-winning Andrew Clements. Jake seems to be a misunderstood 3rd grader who gets himself into some sticky situations.
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26. Encyclopedia Brown Book Series
Encyclopedia Brown is a lovely series written by Donald J. Sobol about a boy detective named Leroy Brown. Everyone calls him Encyclopedia Brown because of his wide range of knowledge and his ability to solve mysteries.
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27. Geronimo Stilton Book Series
Geronimo Stilton is a wonderful series originally written in Italian by Elisabetta Dami, but translated to English and published in the US. Geronimo Stilton is a loveable mouse who prefers peace and quiet but somehow always gets himself into grand adventures.
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