Book Series · 31 Books

The Critter Club Books

In order from Amy and the Missing Puppy to Liz Plays Matchmaker.

Amy and the Missing Puppy
All About Ellie
Liz Learns a Lesson
Marion Takes a Break
Amy Meets Her Stepsister
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Amy and the Missing Puppy
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

Amy and the Missing Puppy

By Callie Barkley, Marsha Riti (Illustrator)

A young girl helps her friends solve the mystery of a missing puppy during spring break

117 pages· 5,479 words· Est. 43 min read-aloud
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Summary: Spring Break in Santa Vista leaves Amy at her mom's vet clinic while her friends embark on adventures. When a millionaire's puppy, Rufus, arrives for a check-up, Amy stumbles upon a puzzling mystery. As her friends return, they unite to solve the canine caper and find a way to help other lost animals in town. Can they uncover the truth behind Rufus's strange circumstances and make a difference for the critters of Santa Vista?
In reading order

The Critter Club Series

31 books · Published 2012–2026

#1
#1 in Series
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Amy and the Missing Puppy

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2012

A young girl helps her friends solve the mystery of a missing puppy during spring break

#2

All About Ellie

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2012

A young girl navigates her passion for performing and her responsibilities as a member of a group caring for abandoned rabbits.

#3

Liz Learns a Lesson

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013

Summer plans are at risk when Liz faces unexpected summer school. Can she balance fun and learning?

#4

Marion Takes a Break

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013

A young girl named Marion struggles to cope with a sprained ankle that prevents her from participating in the horse show and other activities she loves.

#5
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Amy Meets Her Stepsister

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013

New stepsister Chloe isn't as nice as she seems. Can Amy find a way to get along?

#6
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Ellie's Lovely Idea

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013

Ellie hopes for a singing telegram while spreading Valentine cheer for charity. Will her wish come true?

#7
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Liz at Marigold Lake

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2014

A camping trip turns chaotic as mishaps threaten to ruin the fun. Can the Critter Club save their weekend adventure?

#8
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Marion Strikes a Pose

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2014

A fashion contest turns tricky when a shared design leads to secrets and guilt.

#9

Amy's Very Merry Christmas

Chapter Book · Ages 6–8 · 2014

Can Amy bring holiday cheer to a lonely friend and find homes for guinea pigs?

#10
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Ellie and the Good-Luck Pig

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A young girl's life is affected by the arrival and departure of a pig at an animal shelter she helps run with her friends

#11
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$674

Liz and the Sand Castle Contest

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2015

A young girl participates in a sand castle contest and helps a baby octopus in distress

#12

Marion Takes Charge

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2015

A young girl takes on the responsibility of babysitting her little sister and helping her friends at the animal rescue shelter

#13

Amy Is a Little Bit Chicken

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2015

Can Amy overcome stage fright to help her team win the Quiz Bowl?

#14

Ellie the Flower Girl

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2016

Ellie must find a home for a puppy while preparing for her cousin's wedding.

#15
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Liz's Night at the Museum

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2016

A museum sleepover turns eerie with mysterious noises in the dark. What lurks in the shadows?

#16

Marion and the Secret Letter

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

A missing hamster and a mysterious letter lead to a thrilling scavenger hunt.

#17

Amy on Park Patrol

Chapter Book · Ages 5–8 · 2017

A park faces destruction. Can it be saved in time?

#18

Ellie Steps Up to the Plate

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2018

A young girl navigates her passion for singing and her newfound interest in baseball, learning valuable lessons about perseverance and teamwork along the way.

#19

Liz and the Nosy Neighbor

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2018

Liz juggles a tricky project and a mysterious neighbor who won't leave her alone.

#20

Marion and the Girls' Getaway

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2019

A girls' getaway turns puzzling when a kitten's odd behavior disrupts a snow bunny sighting.

#21
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Amy the Puppy Whisperer

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2020

Amy's puppy training success spirals into chaos. Can she manage the overload before it overwhelms her life?

#22
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Ellie Tames the Tiger

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2021

Ellie faces stage drama and a mischievous kitten. Can she solve both in time?

#23
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$574

Liz's Pie in the Sky

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Can Liz help an injured goose reunite with his flock before winter?

#24

Marion's Got the Butterflies

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2022

A young girl volunteers at a butterfly release event and helps her sister overcome her fear of bugs

#25
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$674

Amy and the Emerald Snake

Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2022

Amy fears her friends prefer her stepsister over her. Is she being replaced?

#26
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Ellie's Spooky Surprise

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2023

A bat disrupts a pet costume party. Can it be saved in time for Halloween fun?

#27

Liz's Perfect Painting

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2024

A young artist's perfect painting is thwarted by a mischievous ferret.

#28
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Marion's Warm Welcome

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2024

Can alpacas mend a friendship between two unlikely classmates?

#29
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$759

Amy Looks Before She Leaps

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2025

A blind stray cat challenges Amy's dedication and the Critter Club's mission.

#30
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Ellie Finds Her Voice

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2025

A young girl finds her voice while helping an injured fox in the mountains.

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$1697

Liz Plays Matchmaker

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2026

Can Liz find homes for senior pets at her grandma's community?

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Critter Club series?

There are 31 books in the Critter Club series. It began with Amy and the Missing Puppy in 2012, and the newest book, Liz Plays Matchmaker, was published in 2026.

What order should you read the Critter Club books in?

Start with Amy and the Missing Puppy and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #31.

What ages are the Critter Club books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Critter Club to life.

01

Callie Barkley

Author
02

Marsha Riti

Illustrator
03

Tracy Bishop

Illustrator

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