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Calvin Coconut Books

In order from Trouble Magnet to Hero of Hawaii.

The Calvin Coconut series is a set of 3 chapter books by Graham Salisbury, published between 2009 and 2011. Written for ages 7–12, most books run about 160 pages. Subjects across the series include family life, responsibility, and habits and behavior.

Trouble Magnet
Dog Heaven
Hero of Hawaii
Trouble Magnet
Dog Heaven
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Trouble Magnet
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2009

Trouble Magnet

Calvin juggles school chaos and a new babysitter invading his space.

160 pages· 16,024 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Summary: Calvin Coconut, a fourth-grader in Hawaii, faces a whirlwind of challenges. At school, Mr. Purdy's class feels like boot camp, while at home, teenage Stella-from-Texas disrupts his world, claiming his territory. Can Calvin balance being the 'man of the house' with the chaos of growing up? As fun and trouble follow him, Calvin must navigate the tricky waters of responsibility and friendship. Will he manage to keep his cool, or will the tides of change sweep him away? Dive into Calvin's lively adventures and discover how he handles the unexpected twists of life.
In reading order

Calvin Coconut Series

3 books · Published 2009–2011

#1
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$759

Trouble Magnet

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2009

Calvin juggles school chaos and a new babysitter invading his space.

#3
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$759

Dog Heaven

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

Can Calvin prove he's ready for a dog, or will his dream pet slip away?

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Hero of Hawaii

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2011

A storm threatens a birthday party and tests a boy's bravery.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Calvin Coconut series?

There are 3 books in the Calvin Coconut series. It began with Trouble Magnet in 2009, and the newest book, Hero of Hawaii, was published in 2011.

What order should you read the Calvin Coconut books in?

Start with Trouble Magnet and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Calvin Coconut books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Calvin Coconut book is the longest?

Trouble Magnet (Book #1) is the longest book in the series at 16,024 words (160 pages).

Which Calvin Coconut book is the shortest?

Dog Heaven (Book #3) is the shortest at 14,832 words (160 pages).

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