New to the series
Begin with Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing for the clearest introduction to Peter, Fudge, and their family dynamic.
Book Series · 5 Books
Fudge Books
In order from Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing to Double Fudge.
Judy Blume's five-book family comedy about Peter Hatcher, his memorable younger brother Fudge, and the upheaval they create for each other.
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Reading order
How to Read the Fudge Books
Use the publisher's five-book order. Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great is officially book #2 even though Sheila, rather than Peter, becomes the viewpoint character.
Sources: Official series inventory.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
The comedy includes sibling conflict, tantrums, embarrassment, and family change. The first book also includes the upsetting loss of Peter's pet turtle after Fudge swallows it, which animal-sensitive children may appreciate knowing beforehand.
Where to start
Where Should My Child Start?
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1972
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
By Judy Blume
A young boy struggles to cope with the challenges of having a pesky little brother who gets into all sorts of trouble, while navigating the ups and downs of childhood and family life
120 pages· 24,329 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
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Summary: Peter Hatcher's life is a whirlwind thanks to his little brother, Fudge, a three-year-old tornado of trouble. From tantrums in public to smearing food on walls, Fudge's antics never end. But when Fudge takes Peter's beloved pet turtle, Dribble, it's the final straw. Peter is desperate for his parents to notice him amidst the chaos. Can he find a way to stand out and reclaim his place in the family? Dive into this hilarious tale of sibling rivalry and discover if Peter can survive life with Fudge.
In reading order
Fudge Series
5 books · Published 1972–2002
#1
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Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 1972
A young boy struggles to cope with the challenges of having a pesky little brother who gets into all sorts of trouble, while navigating the ups and downs of childhood and family life
#2
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$858
Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1972
A young girl navigates the challenges of summer camp and learning to swim.
#3
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Superfudge
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1980
A family moves from New York City to Princeton, New Jersey, and the kids have to adjust to their new life.
#4
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Fudge-A-Mania
Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 1990
A family's summer vacation in Maine is filled with unexpected events and surprises.
#5
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Double Fudge
Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2002
A young boy navigates the challenges of growing up with a quirky family and a cast of eccentric characters.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Fudge series?
There are 5 books in the Fudge series. It began with Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing in 1972, and the newest book, Double Fudge, was published in 2002.
What order should you read the Fudge books in?
Start with Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #5.
What ages are the Fudge books best for?
The series is best for ages 7–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Which Fudge book is the longest?
Double Fudge (Book #5) is the longest book in the series at 39,118 words (240 pages).
Which Fudge book is the shortest?
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing (Book #1) is the shortest at 24,329 words (120 pages).
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