Barbara Park Reading Order
9 series · 50 books · Born 1947-04-21
Barbara Park was a prolific American writer known for her engaging children's literature, contributing significantly to the juvenile genre from 1981 until 2013. With a remarkable portfolio of 50 books across nine series, her most celebrated work includes the beloved Junie B. Jones series. Park's storytelling captivated young readers, making her a cherished figure in children's publishing.
Don't Make Me Smile Series
Complete2 books (1981–1989)
Start with Don't Make Me Smile and read in order.
Geek Chronicles Series
Complete3 books (1990–1993)
Start with Maxie, Rosie, and Earl- Partners In Grime and read in order.
Junie B. Jones Series
Complete18 books (1992–2012)
Start with Junie B. Jones and theStupid Smelly Bus, the first of 18 books in the Junie B. Jones series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Junie B. Jones and theStupid Smelly Bus 1992Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Junie B. Jones and Her Big Fat Mouth 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business 1993Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Junie B. Jones and Some Sneaky Peeky Spying 1994Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  Junie B. Jones and the Yucky Blucky Fruitcake 1995Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Junie B. Jones Loves Handsome Warren 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Junie B. Jones and That Meanie Jim's Birthday 1996Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Junie B. Jones Has a Monster Under Her Bed 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 | Junie B. Jones Is a Party Animal 1997Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Junie B. Jones Is a Beauty Shop Guy 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Junie B. Jones Smells Something Fishy 1998Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 13 |  Junie B. Jones Isa Flower Girl 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 14 |  Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentime 1999Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 15 |  Junie B. Jones Has a Peep in Her Pocket 2000Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 16 |  Junie B. Jones Is Captain Field Day 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 17 |  Junie B. Jones Is a Graduation Girl 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 18 |  Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Junie B. Jones Non-Fiction Series
Complete3 books (2003–2013)
Start with Top-Secret Personal Beeswax and read in order.
Junie B., First Grader Series
Complete12 books (2001–2012)
Start with Junie B., First Grader (at Last!), the first of 12 books in the Junie B., First Grader series.
| # | Title |
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| 1 |  Junie B., First Grader (at Last!) 2001Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 2 |  Boss of Lunch 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 3 |  Toothless Wonder 2002Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 4 |  Cheater Pants 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 5 |  One-Man Band 2003Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 6 |  Boo...and I Mean it! 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 7 |  Shipwrecked 2004Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 8 |  Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! 2005Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 9 |  Aloha-ha-ha! 2006Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 10 |  Dumb Bunny 2007Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 11 |  Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School 2009Buy 🇺🇸 |
| 12 |  Turkeys We Have Loved and Eaten (and Other Thankful Stuff) 2012Buy 🇺🇸 |
Picture Series
Complete2 books (2008–2011)
Start with Ma! There's Nothing to Do Here!: A Word from Your Baby-in-Waiting and read in order.
Short Story Collections Series
Complete1 book (1990–1990)
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Funnyman and Other Plays 1990Buy 🇺🇸 |
Skinnybones Series
Complete2 books (1982–1988)
Start with Skinnybones and read in order.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete7 books (1982–2000)
Start with Operation, the first of 7 books in the Standalone Novels series.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Barbara Park written?
- Barbara Park has written 50 books across 9 series. Their published works span from 1981 to 2013.
- What is the first book in each Barbara Park series?
- Here are the first books in Barbara Park's series: Don't Make Me Smile: Don't Make Me Smile; Geek Chronicles: Maxie, Rosie, and Earl- Partners In Grime; Junie B. Jones: Junie B. Jones and theStupid Smelly Bus; Junie B. Jones Non-Fiction: Top-Secret Personal Beeswax; Junie B., First Grader: Junie B., First Grader (at Last!).
- What order should I read Barbara Park's books?
- We recommend reading Barbara Park's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
- Are Barbara Park's series complete?
- Barbara Park has 9 completed series.