Book Series · 8 Books

Squish Books

In order from Super Amoeba to Pod vs. Pod.

A funny elementary-school graphic-novel series about a comic-loving amoeba whose everyday problems become superhero-sized lessons in friendship, courage, and science.

Reviewed by the Bookroo Editors Updated August 11, 2026

Super Amoeba

Brave New Pond

The Power of the Parasite

Captain Disaster

Game On!

Reading order

How to Read the Squish Books

Read the eight numbered graphic novels in publication order, beginning with Super Amoeba and ending with Pod vs. Pod. Each volume tells a complete school or friendship story, while the same friends, bullies, and comic-book hero return throughout.

A reader can enjoy an individual adventure without much setup, but Book 1 provides the clearest introduction to Squish, Peggy, Pod, and the Super Amoeba comics that shape how Squish sees his problems.

Sources: Penguin Random House's official Squish series page.

For parents

What Parents Should Know

The books use lots of slime, microbes, parasites, illness jokes, and other mild gross-out humor. Stories also address bullying, fear, jealousy, video-game overuse, friendship conflict, and a pretend 'deadly disease,' all through exaggerated cartoon comedy.

Short chapters and comics-within-the-comic make the series accessible, while the science vocabulary is playful rather than instructional. Squish often learns to be brave without copying the aggressive shortcuts of his favorite superhero.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Super Amoeba

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$759

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2011

Super Amoeba

By Jennifer L. Holm (Author/Illustrator), Matthew Holm (Author/Illustrator)

A microscopic world of amoebas and other microorganisms comes to life in this humorous tale of friendship and courage

96 pages· 1,876 words· Est. 21 min read

$7.99Save 5%

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Summary: Meet Squish, a comic-loving amoeba navigating the chaos of grade school. Inspired by his hero, Super Amoeba, he faces bullies, detention, and quirky friends like ever-cheerful Peggy. With evil lurking in the hallways, can Squish protect his friends and find his place in the world? Dive into a microscopic adventure where saving the day is just another school challenge.

In reading order

Squish Series

8 books · Published 2011–2016

#1

Super Amoeba

Graphic Nov.

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$759

Super Amoeba

Chapter Book · Ages 7–11 · 2011

A microscopic world of amoebas and other microorganisms comes to life in this humorous tale of friendship and courage

#2

Brave New Pond

Graphic Nov.

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$759

Brave New Pond

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2011

A young amoeba navigates the challenges of school and friendships while also fighting crime as a superhero.

#3

The Power of the Parasite

Graphic Nov.

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$674

The Power of the Parasite

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

A young amoeba navigates superhero adventures and swim camp struggles while learning valuable life lessons about friendship, courage, and responsibility.

#4

Captain Disaster

Graphic Nov.

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$759

Captain Disaster

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2012

A young amoeba navigates the challenges of being a team captain in a school soccer league while also dealing with supervillains and personal growth.

#5

Game On!

Graphic Nov.

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$759

Game On!

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2013

Can Squish balance gaming and reality to save his town from a creeping threat?

#6

Fear the Amoeba

Graphic Nov.

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$759

Fear the Amoeba

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2014

A young amoeba navigates the challenges of school and friendships while dealing with his fear of a fictional monster from a popular movie series.

#7

Deadly Disease of Doom

Graphic Nov.

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$674

Deadly Disease of Doom

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2015

A deadly disease threatens Small Pond, and Squish might be the cause. Can he save his friends?

#8

Pod vs. Pod

Graphic Nov.

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$674

Pod vs. Pod

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2016

Squish's friend Pod is acting strange. Is mitosis to blame?

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Squish series?

There are 8 books in the Squish series. It began with Super Amoeba in 2011, and the newest book, Pod vs. Pod, was published in 2016.

What order should you read the Squish books in?

Start with Super Amoeba and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #8.

What ages are the Squish books best for?

The series is best for ages 7–11, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring Squish to life.

Jennifer L. Holm

Author & Illustrator

Matthew Holm

Author & Illustrator

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