Book Series · 15 Books

Riverside Kids Books

In order from Busybody Nora to Elisa Michaels, Bigger & Better.

The Riverside Kids series is a set of 15 chapter books by Johanna Hurwitz, published between 1976 and 2003. Written for ages 3–10, most books run about 95 pages.

Busybody Nora
Nora and Mrs. Mind-Your-Own-Business
New Neighbors for Nora
Superduper Teddy
Russell Rides Again
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Busybody Nora
Sale price
$759
Book #1 · Chapter Book · 1976

Busybody Nora

By Johanna Hurwitz, Debbie Tilley (Illustrator)

A curious girl plans a party to meet all her neighbors.

96 pages· 7,046 words
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Summary: Nora rides the elevator, asking each neighbor their name, dreaming of knowing all 200 residents like doorman Henry. Her curiosity leads to a bold idea: a building-wide party. Can she unite everyone for a grand celebration, or will her plan unravel? Discover the surprises and connections that unfold as Nora's vision takes shape.
The complete set

Riverside Kids Series

15 books · Published 1976–2003

Series
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$759

Busybody Nora

Chapter Book · 1976

A curious girl plans a party to meet all her neighbors.

Nora and Mrs. Mind-Your-Own-Business

Chapter Book · Ages 6–+ · 1977

Nora navigates privacy and friendship challenges in apartment life.

New Neighbors for Nora

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1979

Nora seeks new friends in her city apartment. What adventures await?

Superduper Teddy

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1980

A shy boy dons a cape to tackle his first independent adventure.

Rip-Roaring Russell

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1983

Russell navigates nursery school adventures while longing for home.

Russell Rides Again

Chapter Book · Ages 3–8 · 1985

A boy faces new adventures and challenges in kindergarten.

Sale price
$474

Russell Sprouts

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1987

Russell navigates growth spurts and life's big questions at six.

Sale price
$574

Russell and Elisa

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1989

Russell must find a way to comfort his sister after her beloved doll is lost.

Sale price
$404

"E" Is for Elisa

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1991

Elisa defies frustration with imaginative adventures and unexpected solutions.

Make Room for Elisa

Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 1993

A young girl navigates big changes: new glasses, a new home, and a new sibling.

Elisa in the Middle

Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 1995

Elisa's mischief leads to chaos; can she make things right?

Sale price
$499

Ever-Clever Elisa

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 1997

Elisa navigates first grade, seeking independence amidst school adventures and family celebrations.

Sale price
$425

Summer with Elisa

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2000

Elisa's summer challenge: outshine her brother and save the family vacation.

Russell's Secret

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

A boy's wish to skip school turns into an unexpected baby-like day.

Elisa Michaels, Bigger & Better

Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2003

A second grader tackles chaos, siblings, and a chocolate-filled day.

From the same world

In-Universe Books

1 book · Published 2001

Sale price
$1498

Russell's Secret

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001

A boy's wish to skip school turns into an unexpected baby-like day.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Riverside Kids series?

There are 15 books in the Riverside Kids series. It began with Busybody Nora in 1976, and the newest book, Elisa Michaels, Bigger & Better, was published in 2003.

What ages are the Riverside Kids books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Riverside Kids to life.

01

Johanna Hurwitz

Author
02

Debbie Tilley

Illustrator
03

Lillian Hoban

Illustrator
04

Heather Maione

Illustrator

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