Adventure Books for Kids
Archie Can Invent!
Meet Archie, a curious inventor who loves creating amazing things! From helper bots that can prepare snacks to a magical pen that draws on its own, Archie dreams up inventions to make life easier and more fun. What incredible creations will Archie dream up next, and will his inventions work the way he hopes?
Bones and the Wolves
Bones is the bravest hunting dog in the valley - until a terrible storm sends him running into a dark forest far from home. When a pack of wolves takes him in, Bones starts to forget his bandana, his treats, and the friend who taught him everything. Can a dog who has gone wild ever remember the way back? Will Skel find him in time? This decodable reader practices the ‘augh’ phonogram with words like ‘caught,’ ‘distraught,’ ‘fraught,’ and ’taught.’
The Calf and the Tiger!
A little calf spots a beautiful blue butterfly and just has to see where it goes. But what happens when she wanders deep into the jungle, past hidden snakes and chattering monkeys, and finds herself nose to nose with a tiger? Can she find her way back to Mom before it’s too late? This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables in words such as ‘butterfly,’ ‘follow,’ ‘yellow,’ and ‘sudden.’
Ella Can Trek!
Ella is on a quest in a forest. She found a map that shows where a great grail lays. She is near where the X marks the spot on the map.
Eloise can Swim!
Eloise loves the water more than anything! Starting in her bathtub with a rubber duck, she dreams of finding bigger places to swim. When she ventures to the backyard pool, something magical happens - her toy duck comes to life! As Eloise discovers larger bodies of water, more toy friends join her adventure. From pools to rivers and beyond, each new place holds exciting surprises. But what will happen when Eloise finally reaches the vast open sea?
Forester Can Protect!
Meet Forester, a forest ranger who keeps all the animals safe! He checks on the buzzing bees, slithering snakes, and spinning spiders to make sure everyone is healthy and happy. But one day, Forester discovers something alarming - a baby kangaroo is missing from its mother! Can Forester find the little joey in time? And what danger is lurking in the forest?
Get a Pot!
Sometimes when I do art, I like to recall places that I have been in the past. I paint trips that I loved. It helps me to lock in the good times.
Hold On, Kim!
When a sudden tapping wakes Kim from her nap, she tiptoes out the doorway to find where the noise is coming from. What could be hiding inside a dusty cottage? And what happens when Kim sits down at a loom that weaves all by itself? Follow along as a brilliant pattern carries her somewhere she never expected to go. This decodable reader practices VC/CV syllables in words such as ‘cottage,’ ‘pattern,’ ‘yellow,’ and ‘sudden.’
Not Tonight, Monsters!
When the sun goes down and monsters come creeping, most folks hide under the blankets - but not Ned! Tonight he’s grabbed his magic sword and marched right out the door. Can one brave farmer really fight off a giant zombie, a sneaky skeleton, and a huge spider with mean little eyes? And what strange treasure might glint on the floor when the night is done? This decodable reader practices soft g words such as ‘gem,’ ‘gentle,’ ‘giant,’ ‘danger,’ and ‘charged.’
Panha Won't Come Down!
Panha’s town is buried under thick, gloomy smog, and she’s had enough! Has anyone ever really seen the sky behind all that gray? When Panha climbs the tallest hill and spots actual sunlight, she races home with a wild idea: invent a plane, fly above the clouds, and bring the sun back. But what will she find waiting up there? This decodable reader practices words with prefixes such as “declared,” “exclaimed,” “replace,” and “unfair.”