Meet the class in fifth grade
Begin with Because of Mr. Terupt; it introduces all seven narrators and the event that shapes every later relationship.
Book Series · 4 Books
Mr. Terupt Books
In order from Because of Mr. Terupt to Goodbye, Mr. Terupt.
Four emotional school stories follow seven classmates and the teacher who helps them become more honest, empathetic, and responsible as they grow from fifth through eighth grade.
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Reading order
How to Read the Mr. Terupt Books
Read the four published books in numbered order, beginning with Because of Mr. Terupt. The same students narrate from different viewpoints, and their relationships and family situations continue across school years.
Penguin Random House lists Because of Our Student Teacher as book five, but its September 8, 2026 publication date is still ahead of this page's August 12 review date. It is therefore not included in the published count yet.
For parents
What Parents Should Know
The first book centers on a serious school accident that leaves Mr. Terupt hospitalized, and the students wrestle with fear, guilt, and uncertainty about his recovery. Later books continue with family strain, bullying, illness, grief, and difficult choices.
The series treats these subjects earnestly and uses several student narrators, which can help readers see how the same event affects people differently. These are realistic, emotional books rather than light classroom comedies.
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 9–12 · 2010
Because of Mr. Terupt
By Rob Buyea
A teacher's accident tests if his students can uphold the lessons he taught them.
336 pages· 36,797 words· Est. 4 hour read
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Summary: At Snow Hill School, seven fifth graders, each with their own struggles, are united by Mr. Terupt, an inspiring teacher. Jessica, Alexia, Peter, Luke, Danielle, Anna, and Jeffrey find strength in his guidance. But when Mr. Terupt faces a life-changing accident, the students must rely on his teachings to navigate their challenges. Can they hold onto the lessons of friendship and resilience, or will they revert to their old ways? Discover how these unlikely friends confront their fears and grow together in this heartfelt tale of transformation and hope.
In reading order
Mr. Terupt Series
4 books · Published 2010–2021
#1
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Because of Mr. Terupt
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2010
A teacher's accident tests if his students can uphold the lessons he taught them.
#2
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Mr. Terupt Falls Again
Chapter Book · Ages 9–12 · 2012
Can Mr. Terupt's class change his life as he did theirs?
#3
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Saving Mr. Terupt
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015
A missing teacher, a fractured group, and a secret that could change everything.
#4
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Goodbye, Mr. Terupt
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021
Eighth graders create bucket-list projects to honor their teacher. Will their friendships survive the year's end?
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Common Questions
How many books are in the Mr. Terupt series?
There are 4 books in the Mr. Terupt series. It began with Because of Mr. Terupt in 2010, and the newest book, Goodbye, Mr. Terupt, was published in 2021.
What order should you read the Mr. Terupt books in?
Start with Because of Mr. Terupt and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.
What ages are the Mr. Terupt books best for?
The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Which Mr. Terupt book is the longest?
Saving Mr. Terupt (Book #3) is the longest book in the series at 68,879 words (416 pages).
Which Mr. Terupt book is the shortest?
Because of Mr. Terupt (Book #1) is the shortest at 36,797 words (336 pages).
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