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Sam the Man Books

In order from Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan to Sam the Man & the Cell Phone Plan.

The Sam the Man series is a set of 5 chapter books by Frances O’Roark Dowell, published between 2016 and 2019. Written for ages 6–9, most books run about 160 pages.

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan
Sam the Man & the Rutabaga Plan
Sam the Man & the Dragon Van Plan
Sam the Man & the Secret Detective Club Plan
Sam the Man & the Cell Phone Plan
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan

A boy's quest for cash leads to a surprising chicken venture.

128 pages· 10,584 words· Est. 2 hour read
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Summary: Seven-year-old Sam needs a job but can't mow lawns. When he starts watching a neighbor's chickens, he discovers a knack for business. As he earns money, he dreams of owning a chicken that lays blue eggs. Can Sam turn his small earnings into a clucking success and help his reclusive neighbor, Mr. Stockfish, along the way? Join Sam on his entrepreneurial adventure filled with unexpected twists and feathered friends.
The complete set

Sam the Man Series

5 books · Published 2016–2019

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How many books are in the Sam the Man series?

There are 5 books in the Sam the Man series. It began with Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan in 2016, and the newest book, Sam the Man & the Cell Phone Plan, was published in 2019.

What ages are the Sam the Man books best for?

The series is best for ages 6–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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