Book Series · 3 Books

The Best... Books

In order from The Best Seat in Second Grade to The Best Seat in First Grade.

The Best... series is a set of 3 picture books by Katharine Kenah, published between 2005 and 2020. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 50 pages. Subjects across the series include pets, field trips, and lost and found possessions.

The Best Seat in Second Grade
The Best Teacher in Second Grade
The Best Seat in First Grade
The Best Seat in Second Grade
The Best Teacher in Second Grade
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Best Seat in Second Grade
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2005

The Best Seat in Second Grade

By Katharine Kenah, Abby Carter (Illustrator)

A boy secretly takes his classroom hamster on a field trip to the science museum, leading to unexpected adventures and discoveries.

48 pages· 1,125 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
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Summary: Sam's excitement turns to panic when George, the class hamster, escapes into the museum's Hamster Habitat during a field trip. Can Sam retrieve his furry friend before it's too late? Join the adventure as Sam navigates unexpected challenges, learning about responsibility and friendship along the way. Will he manage to save the day and bring George back safely? Dive into this delightful tale of mishaps and discoveries, perfect for young readers eager to explore the world of reading on their own.
The complete set

The Best... Series

3 books · Published 2005–2020

Series
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$574

The Best Seat in Second Grade

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2005

A boy secretly takes his classroom hamster on a field trip to the science museum, leading to unexpected adventures and discoveries.

The Best Teacher in Second Grade

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006

A second grader's plan might save Family Night when things go awry.

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$574

The Best Seat in First Grade

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Sam claims his elephant had a baby. Can he convince his skeptical classmates?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Best... series?

There are 3 books in the Best... series. It began with The Best Seat in Second Grade in 2005, and the newest book, The Best Seat in First Grade, was published in 2020.

What ages are the Best... books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Best... book is the longest?

The Best Seat in Second Grade is the longest book in the series at 1,125 words (48 pages).

Which Best... book is the shortest?

The Best Seat in First Grade is the shortest at 505 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Best... to life.

01

Katharine Kenah

Author
02

Abby Carter

Illustrator

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