Book Series · 5 Books

Franklin School Friends Books

In order from Kelsey Green, Reading Queen to Cody Harmon, King of Pets.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1139

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2012

Kelsey Green, Reading Queen

By Claudia Mills, Rob Shepperson (Illustrator)

A reading contest sparks rivalry and secrets in third grade.

144 pages· 13,842 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

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Summary: Kelsey Green is determined to lead her third-grade class to victory in a school-wide reading contest. But with Cody refusing to read and Simon possibly cheating, can she secure the top spot? As friendships are tested and secrets unfold, Kelsey must navigate challenges to claim her title as the best reader. Will her love for books be enough to win the prize and outsmart her rivals?

In reading order

Franklin School Friends Series

5 books · Published 2012–2016

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$1139

Kelsey Green, Reading Queen

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2012

A reading contest sparks rivalry and secrets in third grade.

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$1348

Annika Riz, Math Whiz

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2014

A math-loving girl tackles a sudoku contest and a lemonade stand crisis.

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$1049

Izzy Barr, Running Star

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

A young athlete seeks her father's attention as she races against rivals and family expectations.

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$1049

Simon Ellis, Spelling Bee Champ

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 2015

A spelling bee tests Simon's friendship and competitive spirit. Will he let others shine or win at all costs?

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$1049

Cody Harmon, King of Pets

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

A boy with nine pets must find a way to enter them all into a school pet show despite the high entrance fees.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Franklin School Friends series?

There are 5 books in the Franklin School Friends series. It began with Kelsey Green, Reading Queen in 2012, and the newest book, Cody Harmon, King of Pets, was published in 2016.