From Picture Books to Chapter Books: Transitional Books Roundup

Moving from simple picture books to longer chapter books is a big step for young readers. Transitional books make this step easier by offering stories that are fun, engaging, and just the right level of challenge.

In this post, we’ll spotlight some of our upcoming Spring 2025 titles that are perfect transitional books for young readers moving from picture books to chapter books.

Lily to the Rescue

Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 2

Lily Lu loves animals. She tags along with her marine biologist mom to meet, and often help, animals all over the world. Young readers will love joining Lily on her adventures in these early chapter books.

Queen Bee

Interest Level: Kindergarten – Grade 2

Beena loves all things royal, which is why her friends call her Queen Bee! Join Bee on her everyday adventures in this early chapter book series fit for young queens and kings.

Bo at the Buzz (Read Woke ™ Chapter Books)

Interest Level: Grade 1 – Grade 3

Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from The Buzz, a barbershop. Young readers will love following Bo’s daily life and adventures in these early chapter books.

Supersecret Survival Guide

Interest Level: Grade 1 – Grade 3

Sam knows she’s an expert at most things. That’s why she writes her pro tips in her supersecret diaries! From Sam’s overactive imagination to humorous text and art, these chapter books will charm young readers.

Hair Magic (Read Woke ™ Chapter Books)

Interest Level: Grade 1 – Grade 3

Shimmer, sparkle, twirl . . . Imani’s hair magically changes when she embraces her inner powers, such as bravery, compassion, creativity, and more. Young readers will love following Imani’s adventures with her hair magic in these early chapter books.

Becoming Ari

Interest Level: Grade 1 – Grade 3

Nine-year-old Ari likes to run track and play with his dog. He is also in a club that many don’t know about . . . the Secret Kindness Society! Young readers will enjoy following Ari’s adventures in these early chapter books.

Lerner Sports Stories

Interest Level: Grade 3 – Grade 5

Get in the game with Lerner Sports Stories. Each book features a different main character, sport, and storyline. Realistic and kid-focused, these action-packed chapter books are sure to get young sports fans reading!

Zooniverse

Interest Level: Grade 3 – Grade 5

Join Noah and Blue as they invent and bring to life original animal creations with the help of a magical book. Readers will love the mischief and mayhem in these fun, accessible chapter books.

Explore more titles and series on lernerbooks.com