Book Series · 6 Books

Origami Yoda Books

In order from The Strange Case of Origami Yoda to Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus.

The Origami Yoda series is a set of 6 chapter books by Tom Angleberger, published between 2010 and 2014. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 220 pages. Subjects across the series include origami, media tie-in, and finger puppets.

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

Darth Paper Strikes Back

The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee

The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett

Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

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Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

By Tom Angleberger

A sixth-grader's origami Yoda puppet offers eerily accurate advice, sparking curiosity and mystery.

192 pages· 19,531 words· Est. 2.5 hour read

Paperback

Summary: Sixth-grader Dwight is an oddball, but his origami Yoda puppet is uncannily wise. It predicts pop quizzes and saves classmates from embarrassment. Tommy, Dwight's friend, investigates how Yoda can be so insightful when Dwight seems clueless. As the puppet's reputation grows, the entire class seeks its guidance. Is it the Force, or something else? Dive into this humorous and mysterious case file to uncover the truth behind Origami Yoda's wisdom.

The complete set

Origami Yoda Series

6 books · Published 2010–2014

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

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$858

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

A sixth-grader's origami Yoda puppet offers eerily accurate advice, sparking curiosity and mystery.

Darth Paper Strikes Back

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$795

Darth Paper Strikes Back

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

A group of middle school students navigate their daily lives and relationships with the help of Origami Yoda, a finger puppet that gives wise and humorous advice.

The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee

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$759

The Secret of the Fortune Wookiee

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

A mysterious Fortune Wookiee replaces Origami Yoda, sparking new mysteries at McQuarrie Middle School.

The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett

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$759

The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2013

Students battle a mind-numbing test-prep system with origami puppets. Can they reclaim their favorite classes?

Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!

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$759

Princess Labelmaker to the Rescue!

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

Can Principal Rabbski be swayed to join the rebellion against the FunTime test prep menace?

Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus

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$759

Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2014

A field trip turns chaotic when origami is banned. Can Fruitigami Yoda save the day from a sour pickle's dark influence?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Origami Yoda series?

There are 6 books in the Origami Yoda series. It began with The Strange Case of Origami Yoda in 2010, and the newest book, Emperor Pickletine Rides the Bus, was published in 2014.

What ages are the Origami Yoda books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Origami Yoda book is the longest?

The Surprise Attack of Jabba the Puppett is the longest book in the series at 28,508 words (240 pages).

Which Origami Yoda book is the shortest?

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda is the shortest at 19,531 words (192 pages).

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The authors and illustrators who bring Origami Yoda to life.

Tom Angleberger

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