Book Series · 7 Books

Mercy Watson Books

In order from Mercy Watson to the Rescue to Something Wonky This Way Comes.

The Mercy Watson series is a set of 7 chapter books by Kate DiCamillo, published between 2005 and 2009. Written for ages 5–9, most books run about 70 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1597

Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2005

Mercy Watson to the Rescue

By Kate DiCamillo, Chris Van Dusen (Illustrator)

A family's life is turned upside down when their bed falls into a hole in the floor

68 pages· 1,939 words· Est. 22 min read

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Summary: Meet Mercy, a pig with a penchant for buttered toast and mischief. When the Watsons' bed crashes through the floor, Mercy dashes off, supposedly to get help. But is she really after their neighbors' sugar cookies? Dive into Mercy's whimsical world where every night holds a new adventure and a hint of chaos. Will Mercy's escapades bring help or just more hilarity? Discover the delightful antics of this porcine wonder in a tale that promises laughter and surprises at every turn.

In reading order

Mercy Watson Series

7 books · Published 2005–2009

#1 in Series

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$1597

Mercy Watson to the Rescue

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2005

A family's life is turned upside down when their bed falls into a hole in the floor

#2 in Series

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$1597

Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2006

A pig named Mercy loves to ride in the car with her owner Mr. Watson every Saturday, but things take a turn when she decides to take the wheel

#3 in Series

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$1498

Mercy Watson Fights Crime

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2006

A pig named Mercy thwarts a thief's plans and leads a wild chase through the neighborhood

#4 in Series

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$1498

Mercy Watson

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2007

A pig named Mercy goes trick-or-treating with her owners on Halloween night, but things don't go as planned when they visit the Lincoln Sisters' house

#5 in Series

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$1498

Mercy Watson Thinks Like a Pig

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2008

A pig named Mercy gets into trouble when she eats her neighbor's flowers and must be caught by an animal control officer

#6 in Series

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$1498

Something Wonky This Way Comes

Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2009

A pig named Mercy goes on a wild adventure at the movies with her owners and their friends

Series

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$1899

Love & Mercy

Picture Book

Can a simple valentine lift heavy hearts on a dreary day?

Companion series

Tales from Deckawoo Drive Series

7 books · Published 2014–2023

#1 in Series

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$759

Leroy Ninker Saddles Up

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2014

A man working at a drive-in theater dreams of being a cowboy and gets a horse

Series

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$759

Francine Poulet Meets the Ghost Raccoon

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2015

A highly decorated animal control officer must confront her fears and doubts after a traumatic event forces her to reevaluate her career and identity

Series

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$759

Where Are You Going, Baby Lincoln?

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2016

A young girl embarks on a journey to discover herself and find her place in the world

Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package

#4 in Series

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$759

Eugenia Lincoln and the Unexpected Package

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018

A practical and sensible person receives an unexpected package that changes her life

Stella Endicott and the Anything-Is-Possible Poem

#5 in Series

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$674

Stella Endicott and the Anything-Is-Possible Poem

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021

A young girl navigates the challenges of second grade with the help of her teacher and her own imagination.

#6 in Series

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$674

Franklin Endicott and the Third Key

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

A young boy named Frank Endicott tries to overcome his many worries and fears with the help of his friends and neighbors.

Series

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$1597

Mercy Watson Is Missing!

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2023

A beloved pig goes missing and a community comes together to find her

Companion series

Mercy Watson Picture Series

2 books · Published 2019–2022

Series

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$1797

A Piglet Named Mercy

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2019

A piglet shows up at the Watsons' house and changes their lives.

Series

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$1797

A Very Mercy Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

A young girl tries to spread joy by going caroling with her friends and neighbors.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Mercy Watson series?

There are 7 books in the Mercy Watson series. It began with Mercy Watson to the Rescue in 2005, and the newest book, Something Wonky This Way Comes, was published in 2009.