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Books like Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed (Junie B. Jones, No. 8)
Junie B Jones Is Not a Crook
Barbara Park, 1997
67 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about rights and wrongs.
Encourages moral development and ethical reasoning.
Stimulates laughter and learning together.
Ideal for early independent readers.
Junie B Jones Is Not a Crook
Barbara Park, 1997
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud kindergarten misadventures.
Visual storytelling aids young readers.
Addresses common school anxieties.
Promotes talking about feelings.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
Award winning
My Mother Got Married and Other Disasters (Barbara Park Reissues)
Barbara Park, 1989
144 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics through engaging storytelling.
Captures emotional complexities with relatable characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding of family changes.
Light-hearted, humorous approach to sensitive topics.
My Mother Got Married and Other Disasters (Barbara Park Reissues)
Barbara Park, 1989
Junie B. Jones: Mushy Gushy Valentine
Barbara Park, 1982
80 pages
Why to read
Captures the excitement of Valentine's Day festivities.
Encourages empathy through relatable school experiences.
Supports emerging reading skills with engaging language.
Fosters emotional development and friendship values.
Junie B. Jones: Mushy Gushy Valentine
Barbara Park, 1982
Award winning
Operation: Dump the Chump
Barbara Park, 1982
128 pages
Why to read
Humorous story encourages laughter and joy.
Teaches values of empathy and understanding.
Engages young readers with relatable sibling dynamics.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language and dialogue.
Operation: Dump the Chump
Barbara Park, 1982
Award winning
Rosie Swanson: Fourth-Grade Geek for President (Geek Chronicles)
Barbara Park, 1991
144 pages
Why to read
Empowering story, inspiring personal and social responsibility.
Promotes leadership skills and self-confidence in children.
Engaging narrative keeps young readers captivated.
Addresses the importance of friendship and teamwork.
Rosie Swanson: Fourth-Grade Geek for President (Geek Chronicles)
Barbara Park, 1991
The Adventures of Lily Leaf
Barbara Park, John Wotherspoon, 2011
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and adventure in young readers.
Builds empathy through relatable, dynamic characters.
Supports critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative that promotes shared reading experiences.
The Adventures of Lily Leaf
Barbara Park, John Wotherspoon, 2011
Award winning
Operation: Dump the Chump (Firefly Books)
Barbara Park, 1982
96 pages
Why to read
Highlights problem-solving through humor and creativity.
Engaging, relatable characters enhance emotional understanding.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in challenging situations.
Ideal for developing critical thinking and literacy skills.
