Books like 'The Barnabus Project'
Readers who enjoyed The Barnabus Project by Eric Fan, Terry Fan & Devin Fan also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
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The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 28 ratingsA mouse is taking a stroll through the deep, dark wood when along comes a hungry fox, then an owl, and then a snake. The mouse is good enough to eat but smart enough to know this, so he invents . . -
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![Confronting the Dragon by Mark Cheverton]()
Confronting the Dragon by Mark Cheverton
Rated: 4.60 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAn evil army threatens to destroy all of Minecraft in the third Gameknight999 adventure!The ghast king Malacoda and the terrible enderman Erebus have led their monster army to the server that houses the Source, with plans to destroy Minecraft and all the digital lives on its servers before escaping once and for all into the real world... -
![Of Salt and Shore by Annet Schaap]()
Of Salt and Shore by Annet Schaap
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsFor fans of The Hazel Wood, this middle grade novel takes the dark stuff of fairytales and crafts it into a powerful story of friendship and light. Once I picked the book up, I didn't set it down until I finished it with tears in my eyes. . -
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![I Love You, Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt]()
I Love You, Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsA vividly illustrated bedtime story that shows how the unconditional love of a mother can be tested through the relentless questions of her little boy."But Mama, but Mama, what if I were a super smelly skunk, and I smelled so bad that my name was Stinky Face?"Mothers love their children and this unconditional love is truly tested in I LOVE YOU, STINKY FACE... -
![The Rogue Knight by Brandon Mull]()
The Rogue Knight by Brandon Mull
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsMagic and danger abound in the second book in a series of “fanciful, action-packed adventure” (Publishers Weekly, starred review) from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fablehaven and Beyonders series.Cole Randolph never meant to come to The Outskirts, but when his friends were kidnapped on Halloween he had to try and save them... -
![El Cavaller que no volia Lluitar by Helen Docherty]()
El Cavaller que no volia Lluitar by Helen Docherty
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEven dragons can’t resist a good story…Even though Leo would rather sit at home and read, his parents send him out into the world in the hopes that Leo will become a famous knight... -
![Monsters and Mold by Asia Citro]()
Monsters and Mold by Asia Citro
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWith magical animals, science, mystery, and adventure -- the brand new series Zoey and Sassafras has something for everyone! Easy-to-read language and illustrations on nearly every page make this series perfect for a wide range of ages.In the second book of this series, a forest monster shows up looking for help with an embarrassing problem and Zoey is sure it will be a simple fix... -
![The Gruffalo's Child by Julia Donaldson, حمید پیرهادی]()
The Gruffalo's Child by Julia Donaldson, حمید پیرهادی
Rated: 4.34 of 5 stars · 32 ratingsJulia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler team up again to create this funny and adorable sequel to The Gruffalo. One night, the Gruffalo’s child wanders into the woods to search for the Big Bad Mouse. But instead, she comes upon a small mouse in the woods . . . and decides to eat him! But wait, what is that? A shadow of a very large, scary creature falls on the ground... -
![Professor Wormbog in Search for the Zipperump-A-Zoo by Mercer Mayer]()
Professor Wormbog in Search for the Zipperump-A-Zoo by Mercer Mayer
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsProfessor Wormbog is missing a Zipperump-a-Zoo from his collection of beasts, so he sets off in search of one—a search that takes him all over the world. If you open almost any of award-winning author/illustrator Mercer Mayer’s 250+ children’s books you’ll see dragons, cuddly monsters, wonderful creatures, and endearing critters. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Mr... -
![Don't Push the Button! by Bill Cotter]()
Don't Push the Button! by Bill Cotter
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsAn enhanced eBook guaranteed to cause giggles! There’s only one rule in Larry’s book: don’t push the button. (Seriously, don’t even think about it!) It does look kind of nice though…Okay, quick. No one is looking. — push the button. Uh, oh... -
![The Wall in the Middle of the Book by Jon Agee]()
The Wall in the Middle of the Book by Jon Agee
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsA foolish knight is certain that his side of the wall is the safe side in this meta picture book... -
![The Golden Compass: Lyra's world by Kay Woodward, Philip Pullman]()
The Golden Compass: Lyra's world by Kay Woodward, Philip Pullman
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 18 ratings[Reader Level 3]There are worlds beyond our own--the Compass will show the way . . .Created especially with younger readers in mind, this book will use simple words and basic sentence structure to introduce the characters of the story... -
![Destruction of the Overworld: Herobrine Reborn Book Two: A Gameknight999 Adventure: An Unofficial Minecrafter's Adventure by Mark Cheverton]()
Destruction of the Overworld: Herobrine Reborn Book Two: A Gameknight999 Adventure: An Unofficial Minecrafter's Adventure by Mark Cheverton
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsNew York Times Bestselling Author! Boys and girls, what is more fun that playing Minecraft? Going on a rollicking adventure into the world you love!Gameknight999 and his father, Monkeypants271, traveled all the way to The End and banished the evil virus Herobrine to the only place they knew nothing could survive: the Void. They thought they had finally destroyed the enemy . . -
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![Uranus and the Bubbles of Trouble by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Uranus and the Bubbles of Trouble by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA clash between the Titans and The Olympians at sea leaves Zeus and his friends shipwrecked—and in a tidal wave of trouble—in this Heroes in Training adventure.After an encounter with Uranus, God of the Sky (and father of the Titans), the Olympians find themselves in the middle of a battle between two big-time Titans... -
![I Need My Monster by Amanda Noll]()
I Need My Monster by Amanda Noll
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA unique monster-under-the-bed story with the perfect balance of giggles and shivers, this picture book relies on the power of humor over fear, appeals to a child’s love for creatures both alarming and absurd, and glorifies the scope of a child’s imagination. One night, when Ethan checks under his bed for his monster, Gabe, he finds a note from him instead: "Gone fishing. Back in a week... -
![Zog by Julia Donaldson]()
Zog by Julia Donaldson
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 26 ratingsZog, a young accident-prone dragon, who wants to be the best student in dragon school, is the keenest dragon in the school, but will he ever win a golden... -
![Snap of the Super-Goop: #10 by Troy Cummings]()
Snap of the Super-Goop: #10 by Troy Cummings
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsRip and Nikki think Alexander is going crazy when he keeps seeing monsters they've already defeated, but he has to convince his friends there might be a new monster if he wants to protect the town and notebook. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Spotlight is a division of ABDO... -
![Trillion The Three-Headed Lion by Adam Blade]()
Trillion The Three-Headed Lion by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsNew Beasts. Old Magic. The peace of Avantia has been shattered by a fearsome new Beast--Trillion the Three-Headed Lion. If he is to save the kingdom, Tom must defeat Trillion and collect all the pieces of magical golden armor... -
![Charge of the Lightning Bugs by Troy Cummings, Niloufar Amanzadeh]()
Charge of the Lightning Bugs by Troy Cummings, Niloufar Amanzadeh
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsStermont's latest monster is SHOCKING!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina... -
![Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett]()
Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOrion is very scared of the dark — until Dark decides to pay him a visit!Orion is scared of a lot of things, but most of all he’s scared of the dark. So one night the Dark decides to take Orion on an adventure. Emma Yarlett’s second picture book combines her incredible storytelling and artwork with die-cut pages that bring the Dark to life...Categorized as:
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![The Accidental Apprentice by Amanda Foody]()
The Accidental Apprentice by Amanda Foody
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsA New York Times bestseller! A boy who accidentally bonds with a magical Beast must set off on an adventure in the mysterious Woods in this “wholesome, delightful” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), and cheeky middle grade fantasy debut—perfect for fans of Nevermoor and How to Train Your Dragon.The last thing Barclay Thorne ever wanted was an adventure... -
![Hey, That's My Monster! by Amanda Noll]()
Hey, That's My Monster! by Amanda Noll
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Ethan looks under the bed for his monster, he finds this note instead: "So long, kid. Gotta go. Someone needs me more than you do... -
![If I Had a Gryphon by Vikki VanSickle, Cale Atkinson]()
If I Had a Gryphon by Vikki VanSickle, Cale Atkinson
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsSam just got a hamster for a pet. She's not really impressed. The hamster isn't very exciting--he mostly eats and sleeps and gets his shavings wet. BORING!After reading a book about mythological creatures, Sam gets some ideas for more exciting pets. But she soon realizes that taking care of these magical beasts might not be as wonderful as she though... -
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![Abiyoyo by Pete Seeger]()
Abiyoyo by Pete Seeger
Rated: 4.19 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsPete Seeger's storysong Abiyoyo has delighted generations of parents and children. The tale of how a father with his magic wand and a boy with his music triumph over the giant Abiyoyo is based on a South African lullaby and folk story... -
![Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri]()
Dragons Love Tacos by Adam Rubin, Daniel Salmieri
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsThis scrumptious New York Times bestseller has a whole lot of kick!Dragons love tacos. They love chicken tacos, beef tacos, great big tacos, and teeny tiny tacos. So if you want to lure a bunch of dragons to your party, you should definitely serve tacos. Buckets and buckets of tacos. Unfortunately, where there are tacos, there is also salsa. And if a dragon accidentally eats spicy salsa . . -
![Creepy Carrots! by Aaron Reynolds]()
Creepy Carrots! by Aaron Reynolds
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 24 ratingsIn this Caldecott Honor–winning picture book, The Twilight Zone comes to the carrot patch as a rabbit fears his favorite treats are out to get him. Includes audio!Jasper Rabbit loves carrots—especially Crackenhopper Field carrots. He eats them on the way to school.He eats them going to Little League.He eats them walking home.Until the day the carrots start following him..Categorized as:
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![Apollo and the Battle of the Birds by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Apollo and the Battle of the Birds by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a flock of angry birds threaten Zeus and his fellow Olympians, they need the help of a new friend—assuming the stranger is actually a friend!After a horrible drought, Zeus and his fellow Olympians are determined to help restore the land as they try to figure out their current mission, to find a special shield called an aegis... -
![There Is No Dragon In This Story by Lou Carter]()
There Is No Dragon In This Story by Lou Carter
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPoor old dragon. Nobody wants him in their story. Not Goldilocks, not Hansel and Gretel – no one. But Dragon will not give up! He shall continue on his course of finding someone who wants him in their story. ANYONE. His boundless enthusiasm surely won't get him into any trouble. Surely ...A glorious story about dragons, heroes and one very big sneeze... -
![Perseus and the Monstrous Medusa by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Perseus and the Monstrous Medusa by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPerseus and the Olympians face off against the Monstrous Medusa in this Heroes in Training adventure... -
![The Gryphon's Lair by Kelley Armstrong]()
The Gryphon's Lair by Kelley Armstrong
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe exciting follow-up book in the fantastical duology for ages 10-14 by NYT bestselling author, Kelley Armstrong.Rowan is now the Royal Monster Hunter, and her twin brother, Rhydd, is destined to be king. But her mother's cousin Heward is still determined that his children be the ones to inherit the titles, and will stop at nothing to show that Rowan and Rhydd are too immature to properly lead... -
![Cronus and the Threads of Dread by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Cronus and the Threads of Dread by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsZeus and the Olympians must deal with monstrous spiders and dangerous webs in this Heroes in Training adventure.A giant spiderweb in the sky with the words “Surrender Olympians” shows Zeus and his friends that they are in for another battle. Dodging the silky and sticky webs, the Olympians find themselves scattering in all directions to avoid getting caught... -
![The City by Christian McKay Heidicker]()
The City by Christian McKay Heidicker
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe heart-stopping companion to Newbery Honor-recipient Scary Stories for Young Foxes, following three fox kits desperate to survive the terrors of a frightening new world.Stories are passed down among foxes like warnings. The legends are proof of the dangers that lurk around every corner, waiting for a vulnerable kit.Fox kit O-370 loves the old stories...Categorized as:
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![Pippa's Night Parade by Lisa Robinson]()
Pippa's Night Parade by Lisa Robinson
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsPippa’s wonderfully wild imagination is perfect for dreaming up wildly adorable creations. But at night, her imagination runs a little too wild. That’s when the villains and monsters and beasts sneak out of her storybooks to scare her. Pippa tries everything: from night-lights to triple knots to clever disguises... -
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![Hephaestus and the Island of Terror by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Hephaestus and the Island of Terror by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsZeus and the Olympians might find a new leader among metal-working warriors in this Heroes in Training adventure... -
![Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams]()
Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire by Joan Holub, Suzanne Williams
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe action heats up for Zeus and his fellow Olympians in this blazing Heroes in Training tale... -
![Blaze The Ice Dragon by Adam Blade]()
Blaze The Ice Dragon by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe volcano at Stonewin is frozen over and the lands are blasted with a deadly cold. This is the work of Blaze the Ice Dragon, sent by wicked Wizard Malvel to thwart Tom's quest to save his father... -
![Real to Me by Minh Lê, Raissa Figueroa]()
Real to Me by Minh Lê, Raissa Figueroa
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn acclaimed author and a Coretta Scott King Honoree pair up for this tender story about friendship and accepting change. Two best friends (one of whom is imaginary) are inseparable until the day when one of them unexpectedly disappears.Others tried to tell me that she wasn't real, that she was just imaginary. But what did they know? She was real to me.Then one morning... she was gone...Categorized as:
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![Day of the Night Crawlers by Troy Cummings]()
Day of the Night Crawlers by Troy Cummings
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 21 ratingsThis series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina...Categorized as:
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![Shadowghast by Thomas Taylor, Tom Booth]()
Shadowghast by Thomas Taylor, Tom Booth
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn the third mysterious tale of Eerie-on-Sea, it’s almost Ghastly Night, and the Shadowghast—an ancient spirit in a lantern—lurks in wait for the power to enslave the town... -
![Clan Ground by Clare Bell]()
Clan Ground by Clare Bell
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe wildcat Ratha, leader of the Named, thanks the flickering Red Tongue for her power. All her clan offers homage to the fire. An Un-Named cat hopes to worship with them and move among them. Ratha fears and respects the flame in the newcomer's eyes. Quelling her doubt, Ratha grants the stranger's wish, and calls him Shongshar. She has yet to find out whether trust or fury burns beneath his gaze...Categorized as:
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![Epos The Winged Flame by Adam Blade, Stephen Cole]()
Epos The Winged Flame by Adam Blade, Stephen Cole
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsOne boy's journey to save his village becomes a quest to save the Kingdom.Tom and Elenna must journey on to face the last of the Beasts enslaved by the evil wizard Malvel: the Winged Flame, a phoenix of terrible power. It has been been slowly awakening a long-dead volcano. If Tom and Elenna cannot stop the Beast in time, it could mean a deadly eruption... -
![Zepha The Monster Squid by Adam Blade]()
Zepha The Monster Squid by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Tom defeated Epos the Winged Flame, he thought his Beast Quest was over. He was wrong. The Dark Wizard Malvel has returned with new Beasts and a new plan to destroy the kingdom of Avantia. And this time, each beast hides a piece of the legendary Golden Armor - armor that once belonged to Tom's father Taladon... -
![The Adventurers Guild by Zack Loran Clark, Nick Eliopulos]()
The Adventurers Guild by Zack Loran Clark, Nick Eliopulos
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsDisney-Hyperion has acquired world rights to a middle-grade fantasy series called The Adventurers Guild, by Zack Clark and Nick Eliopulos, in a three-book deal... -
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![The Silver Door by Emily Rodda]()
The Silver Door by Emily Rodda
Rated: 4.14 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsInternationally bestselling author Emily Rodda returns to the world of Deltora in book two of her brilliant new trilogy.Rye made it through the golden Door and rescued his oldest brother, but his troubles are far from over. The walled city of Weld in which he lives is still under attack by flying beasts called skimmers and Rye must discover who is sending them before it's too late... -
![Attack of the Shadow Smashers by Troy Cummings]()
Attack of the Shadow Smashers by Troy Cummings
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsMonsters, monsters, everywhere!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line, Branches. Aimed at 5- to 7-year-olds, this line of books is for children who are just starting to read independently. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina...Categorized as:
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![Lost in Babylon by Peter Lerangis]()
Lost in Babylon by Peter Lerangis
Rated: 4.12 of 5 stars · 30 ratingsThe adventure continues as Jack and his friends travel to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon in the pulse-pounding second title in the Seven Wonders series.With Marco gone and the first Loculus lost, Jack, Cass, and Ally are no closer to saving themselves (or the world) than when they first arrived at the Karai Institute... -
![Ted by Tony DiTerlizzi]()
Ted by Tony DiTerlizzi
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis is the story of a father and a son and the big, raspberry-colored, fun-loving, troublemaking best friend who brings them closer together... -
![Trema the Earth Lord by Adam Blade]()
Trema the Earth Lord by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe fifth book in the fifth series of the exciting adventure stories that are as gripping as a computer game! Great for boys, with a huge collectability factor bolstered by the collectors' cards in the back of the books, and links to an excellent interactive website... -
![Krabb Master of the Sea by Adam Blade]()
Krabb Master of the Sea by Adam Blade
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThe Mistress of the Beasts has been placed under a spell and her dangerous beasts are destroying the kingdom. Tom promises to free her, but Krabb attacks his boat...
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