Accelerated Reader Approved Book List
Perfect books for 8 to 12 year old kids
The Campground Kids
This series follows Isaiah, Sadie, and their cousin Ethan as they camp in America’s most stunning national parks, tackling unique mysteries and challenges that test their wit, teamwork, and love of nature.
Grand Teton Stampede
(Book #1)
ATOS Level: 4.9
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 720
Smoky Mountain Survival
(Book #2)
ATOS Level: 4.7
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 720
Zion Gold Rush
(Book #3)
ATOS Level: 4.5
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 630
Rocky Mountain Challenge
(Book #4)
ATOS Level: 4.6
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 690
Grand Canyon Rescue
(Book #5)
ATOS Level: 4.4
AR Points: 3.0
Lexile Level: 640
Yellowstone Sabotage
(Book #6)
ATOS Level: 4.4
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 640
Yosemite Fortune
(Book #7)
ATOS Level: 4.3
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 630
Acadia Discovery
(Book #8)
ATOS Level: 4.4
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 650
The Math Inspectors
Stanley, Charlotte, Gertie, and Felix are just your typical twelve-year-old kids. They love to hang out after school...they love burgers and milkshakes...and they love math.
The Case of the Claymore Diamond (Book #1)
ATOS Level: 4.4
AR Points: 2.0
Lexile Level: 650
The Case of the Mysterious Mr. Jekyll (Book #2)
ATOS Level: 4.3
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 650
The Case of the Christmas Caper (Book #3)
ATOS Level: 4.2
AR Points: 3.0
Lexile Level: 630
The Case of the Hamilton Roller Coaster (Book #4)
ATOS Level: 4.3
AR Points: 4.0
Lexile Level: 620
Local Legends
This series follows inspiring sports-loving kids as they overcome personal struggles, stand up for what’s right, and chase greatness both on and off the field, delivering heartfelt lessons in friendship, perseverance, and character.
Hometown Hunters
This collection is a heart-pounding, values-driven adventure series where kids discover courage, character, and the power of the outdoors through unforgettable hunts and life-changing lessons.
The Fishing Chronicles
This award-winning chapter book series by Lane Walker that follows young anglers on thrilling, life-changing fishing adventures, where they uncover personal growth, courage, and friendship while chasing legendary fish across America’s wild waters.
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"The text flow was easy to read, and the kids enjoyed the way the stories were written. Plenty of humor and positive messages throughout."
-Denise S.
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"My 8 year old loved the Math Inspector and Science Inspector series so the Space Bound series was delivered in his Easter basket. He devoured the entire series in just a week! He immediately asked if there are more Space Bound books coming."
-Amanda R.
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"My grandson is 9 and has a reading disability. Because of this he doesn't like books. I'm so happy to report that he loves these books and can't wait to finish the series (with our help reading with him). Keep on publishing books that encourage reading and that kids enjoy."
-Kimberly L.
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"My son was 8 or 9 when he first read the book and now I see him reading it a second time and I didn’t even ask him to read, he just picked it up!! It’s the first book he has really wanted to read!!"
-Amy P.
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We've been working hard to get this to be very flexible for our customers. We now have a 60-day money back offer! So, you can shop for our books as a gift ahead of time, or if you want some extra time to see if they will pick up the books.
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We recommend readers between the ages of 8 and 12 years old. Though we do believe it may intrigue some older readers.
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These books range from 180 pages up to 225 pages. They are all designed to keep any age engaged in reading with some tactics that we found helped struggling readers and had no negative impact on strong readers.
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No, this book series is strictly produced under the Bakken Books guidelines of content parents can TRUST and kids can ENJOY.
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