Finding chapter books that are well written, exciting, and clean isn’t always easy. Finding ones that also point kids toward Christ is even harder. Thank goodness for Christian authors who have written books for just this reason. I have a list of Christian chapter book series that are full of adventure and imagination, and they give families plenty to talk about. Best of all, it includes themes from the Bible and faith based messages that our kids desperately need in this time and age.
How I Pick Christian Chapter Book Series
- A great story first: Faith themes should be woven into a full plot to help kids understand the message.
- Series-worthy: Kids should want to keep reading.
For Younger Readers (Ages 6–10)
1. The Imagination Station by Marianne Hering and others
I rarely find Christian books in the library but when I do, I’m so excited. My youngest is currently reading some of the books in this series. The best part is that you don’t have to read them in sequence.
In this series, cousins Patrick and Beth climb into Mr. Whittaker’s Imagination Station and travel back in time to meet people from history and the Bible. The chapters are short and full of adventure, and kids learn history along the way. This series comes from Focus on the Family, the same group behind Adventures in Odyssey. It’s a great first chapter-book series for young readers.
2. The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls by M.J. Thomas
We own this collection and so glad of it. My first two kids have read them, and my seven year is about to embark on it.
Siblings Peter and Mary and their dog, Hank, discover ancient scrolls that carry them back to key moments in the Bible. Over nine books, they go from Creation and Noah’s ark all the way to Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. To get home, they have to solve the secret of each scroll, or they’ll be stuck in time forever. The chapters are short and exciting, so it’s a fun way for young readers to experience Bible stories firsthand. When they finish, the adventure continues in a newer series, The Mystery of the Ancient Map.
3. Grandma’s Attic by Arleta Richardson
It’s a sweet read-aloud for younger kids and a nice fit for fans who love Little House on the Prairie.
When Arleta visits her grandmother, every old treasure in the attic comes with a story about Grandma’s own childhood on a farm in the late 1800s. The chapters are short, gentle, and often funny, and each one carries a simple lesson about honesty, kindness, or trusting God.
For Middle Grade Readers (Ages 8–12)
4. The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis
I believe every child should have a set of C. S. Lewis’s books on their shelf. His writing has a kind of magic and depth that is hard to find anywhere else.
While some do not appreciate the work of C.S. Lewis, who does not reinvent his world of Narnia to the depth of Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, many do not know that he was in fact influenced and inspired by Tolkien, Beatrix Potter, and other such writers of his time.
In this series, C.S. Lewis wants to teach children the story of Jesus through this fantasy world and he does this very well. Four siblings step through a wardrobe into Narnia, a land under the White Witch’s spell, and meet the great lion Aslan. Across seven books, the series weaves in themes of sacrifice, redemption, and faith. I recently read The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to my boys, and believe that it’s a classic for good reason.
5. The Green Ember by S.D. Smith
If your child enjoys anthropomorphic books, this is for your kid. I have the whole series in Yoto Cards, and my boys have listened to a few books and enjoyed them.
Heather and Picket are young rabbits whose quiet life is torn apart, and they’re swept into a fight to restore their fallen kingdom. It’s packed with sword fights, loyalty, and courage. The writing is beautiful, and the themes of hope and sacrifice give it real heart.
6. The Restorationists by Carolyn Leiloglou
Of all the 10 books in this list, this is my daughter’s favorite.
Vincent is done with art, until he learns his family is the last of the Restorationists, a secret society that can travel through famous paintings and must protect them from evil. The first book, Beneath the Swirling Sky, takes readers into Van Gogh’s work. It’s a great pick for creative kids, and it might just send your family off to study the paintings and pull out the paintbrushes. If your child enjoyed Wingfeather Saga, then they will certainly enjoy this book.
7. The Dream Keeper Saga by Kathryn Butler
Twelve-year-old Lily is grieving her father when a talking dragon named Cedric carries her into a realm where dreams live on. There, she learns she can create dreams that help save a broken world. Along with her classmates Adam and Keisha, she faces evil rulers and comes to trust Prince Pax. The allegory gently points kids to the hope we have in Christ. There are five books in the series.
For Older Middle Grade Readers (Ages 10+)
8. The Wingfeather Saga by Andrew Peterson
The author, Andrew Paterson, is a versatile artist. He is a singer, songwriter, producer, and author.
In this book series, the Igiby children, Janner, Tink, and Leeli, live under the rule of the evil Fangs of Dang and discover a family secret that changes everything. It’s funny, adventurous, and sometimes intense, with deep themes of family, sacrifice, and redemption. It’s a fantastic family read-aloud, and it’s now an animated series too.
9. The Wilderking Trilogy by Jonathan Rogers
The Wilderking Trilogy is inspired by the biblical story of King David, and retold as the story of Aidan Errolson. It has has Christian faith woven into its fantasy adventure. The series explores faith, trust in God, courage, and leadership. It reads as an adventure story and you can see the Christian themes come through the story and characters.
True Stories of Faith (Ages 8–12)
10. Christian Heroes: Then & Now by Janet and Geoff Benge
Each book is a full-length, true biography of a missionary or Christian leader, like Gladys Aylward, Corrie ten Boom, Eric Liddell, Hudson Taylor, and George Müller. The stories read like adventure novels, with faraway places, real danger, and lots of trusting God along the way. There are dozens of titles, so kids can follow the heroes they find most interesting. They’re great for independent reading or as a family read-aloud and a perfect way to learn about true heroes.
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Which series has your family loved reading together? I’m always looking for the next good one.
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