Book Series · 2 Books

Lawn Boy Books

In order from Lawn Boy to Lawn Boy Returns.

The Lawn Boy series is a set of 2 chapter books by Gary Paulsen, published between 2007 and 2010. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 100 pages.

Lawn Boy
Lawn Boy Returns
Lawn Boy
Lawn Boy
Lawn Boy Returns
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Lawn Boy
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

Lawn Boy

A young boy starts a lawn-mowing business that unexpectedly grows into a large and complex operation.

88 pages· 14,373 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Summary: A 12-year-old boy's simple lawn mowing job turns into a booming business when a neighbor, Arnold, introduces him to the world of capitalism. As the business grows, so do the profits, leading to unexpected investments, including a prizefighter named Joey Pow. What starts as a summer chore becomes a whirlwind of economic lessons and unforeseen challenges. Will the boy manage to navigate this new world, or will it all get out of hand? Discover how a lawnmower ride leads to a summer of intrigue and opportunity.
In reading order

Lawn Boy Series

2 books · Published 2007–2010

#1
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$1248

Lawn Boy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007

A young boy starts a lawn-mowing business that unexpectedly grows into a large and complex operation.

#2
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$1248

Lawn Boy Returns

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

A young entrepreneur's lawn business spirals into chaos with fame, fortune, and unexpected threats.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Lawn Boy series?

There are 2 books in the Lawn Boy series. It began with Lawn Boy in 2007, and the newest book, Lawn Boy Returns, was published in 2010.

What order should you read the Lawn Boy books in?

Start with Lawn Boy and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Lawn Boy books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Lawn Boy book is the longest?

Lawn Boy Returns (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 16,054 words (101 pages).

Which Lawn Boy book is the shortest?

Lawn Boy (Book #1) is the shortest at 14,373 words (88 pages).

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