Book Series · 5 Books

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 Secret Detective Club Plan

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

Sam the Man & the Chicken Plan

By Frances O’Roark Dowell, Amy June Bates (Illustrator)

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

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2019

Denied a phone, a boy must find a pocket-sized way to store vital info.

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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.