Meet both friends
Begin with Cornbread & Poppy, a winter problem that shows how their different strengths work together.
Book Series · 4 Books
Cornbread and Poppy Books
In order from Cornbread & Poppy to Cornbread & Poppy for the Win.
Two mouse best friends—one careful and prepared, the other spontaneous and adventurous—learn to appreciate their differences.
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Reading order
How to Read Cornbread and Poppy
Read the four published early readers in publication order, beginning with Cornbread & Poppy. Each book stands alone, but the first story is the best introduction to the friends' opposite personalities.
Sources: Hachette's official Cornbread and Poppy series page.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
These gentle early readers explore preparedness, trying new things, competition, compromise, and supporting a friend. The mice sometimes argue or feel anxious, but they listen, repair the disagreement, and remain securely connected.
Short chapters and expressive illustrations make the books useful for children moving beyond picture books, with no scary violence or heavy content.
Where to start
Where Should My Child Start?
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2022
Cornbread & Poppy
Two friends embark on a journey to find food during a harsh winter.
80 pages· 1,259 words· Est. 14 min read
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Summary: Cornbread loves planning, but Poppy does not. As winter looms, Poppy finds herself without food. Ever the loyal friend, Cornbread joins her on a daring journey up Holler Mountain. Will they find the help they need, or perhaps discover something unexpected? This charming tale of friendship and individuality will warm young hearts with its humor and adventure.
In reading order
Cornbread and Poppy Series
4 books · Published 2022–2024
#1
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Cornbread & Poppy
Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2022
Two friends embark on a journey to find food during a harsh winter.
#2
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Cornbread & Poppy at the Carnival
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2022
Two friends visit a carnival and learn the value of sharing and friendship
#3
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Cornbread & Poppy at the Museum
Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2023
A boy's favorite museum is hosting a special gala and he invites his friend to attend.
#4
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Cornbread & Poppy for the Win
Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024
Can friendship outpace competition in a cycling race?
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Cornbread and Poppy series?
There are 4 books in the Cornbread and Poppy series. It began with Cornbread & Poppy in 2022, and the newest book, Cornbread & Poppy for the Win, was published in 2024.
What order should you read the Cornbread and Poppy books in?
Start with Cornbread & Poppy and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.
What ages are the Cornbread and Poppy books best for?
The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
The people
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