Book 1

Rock Star #1

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 19 September 2017
Fans of Princess Posey and Ivy and Bean will enjoy engaging with science-loving Jada Jones in this easy-to-read chapter book.

When Jada Jones's best friend moves away, school feels like the last place she wants to be. She'd much rather wander outside looking for cool rocks to add to her collection, since finding rocks is much easier than finding friends. So when Jada's teacher announces a class project on rocks and minerals, Jada finally feels like she's in her element. The only problem: one of her teammates doesn't seem to like any of Jada's ideas. She doesn't seem to like Jada all that much, either. Can Jada figure out a way to make a winning science project and a new friend?  

The early chapter book bridges between leveled readers and chapter books for fluent readers adjusting to the chapter book format. At about 5,000 words, with short chapters and two-color art on almost every page, it will appeal to this unique reader. The two-color art throughout will help readers transition from the familiar four-color art of leveled readers and ease them into black-and-white chapter books.

Book 1

Rock Star

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 19 September 2017

Book 1

Roquera #1

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 18 July 2023
“El ritmo rápido, vocabulario sencillo y un toque de ciencias de la tierra despiertan el interés de los jóvenes coleccionistas de rocas en todas partes”. – Kirkus
 
"A los lectores que adoran a Ivy y Bean o a Katie Woo les encantará conocer a Jada Jones". - School Library Journal
 
Con los bolsillos llenos de rocas y una camiseta con un dragón púrpura, la estudiante amante de las ciencias, Jada, hace su debut en esta serie de novelas infantiles perfecta para los jóvenes lectores.

Cuando su mejor amiga se muda lejos, la escuela es el último lugar a donde Jada Jones desea ir. Preferiría quedarse fuera y buscar rocas sensacionales para su colección, porque encontrar rocas es mucho más fácil que encontrar amigos. Así que, cuando la maestra de Jada anuncia un proyecto sobre rocas y minerales, Jada finalmente se siente en su elemento. El único problema es que a una de sus compañeras de equipo no le gustan ninguna de las ideas de Jada. Tampoco parece que Jada le cae bien. ¿Encontrará Jada la manera de crear un proyecto de ciencias ganador y ganar también una nueva amiga?
 
Esta novela infantil es una transición entre las lecturas graduadas y las novelas juveniles para los niños que leen con fluidez y se están adaptando al formato de libros por capítulos. Con unas 5,000 palabras aproximadamente, capítulos cortos y arte a dos colores en casi todas las páginas, atraerá a este singular lector. El arte a dos colores ayudará a los lectores en la transición del arte a cuatro colores de las lecturas graduadas y les facilitará la adaptación a los libros por capítulos en blanco y negro.
 

Book 2

Class ACT

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 10 October 2017

Book 2

Class Act #2

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 19 September 2017
As a candidate for class representative, Jada is ready to give the campaign her all. But when rumors start to fly about her secret fear of public speaking, she isn't sure who she can trust. And the pressure to make promises she can't keep only adds to her growing list of problems. Is winning even worth it when friendships are on the line?

Book 2

Class Act #2

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 19 September 2017
Fans of Princess Posey and Ivy and Bean will enjoy rooting for Jada Jones as she runs for student council in this easy-to-read chapter book.

As a candidate for class representative, Jada is ready to give the campaign her all. But when rumors start to fly about her secret fear of public speaking, she isn't sure who she can trust. And the pressure to make promises she can't keep only adds to her growing list of problems. Is winning even worth it when friendships are on the line?

This easy-to-read story—with plenty of pictures and a charming, relatable cast of characters—is a sure winner. The early chapter book bridges between leveled readers and chapter books for fluent readers adjusting to the chapter book format. At about 5,000 words, with short chapters and two-color art on almost every page, it will appeal to this unique reader. The two-color art throughout will help readers transition from the familiar four-color art of leveled readers and ease them into black-and-white chapter books.

Book 3

Jada is hosting her first sleepover, and she has lots of cool scientific activities planned: kitchen chemistry, creating invisible ink, and even making slime! But when her friends get tired of the lessons and just want to hang out, can Jada figure out the formula for fun and save the sleepover?

Praise for Jada Jones: Rock Star

“Fast-paced, with super simple vocabulary and a smattering of earth science to spark interest in young rock collectors everywhere.” - Kirkus Reviews

“Readers who love ’Ivy and Bean’ or ’Katie Woo’ will want to meet Jada Jones.” - School Library Journal

Book 4

Dancing Queen #4

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 25 June 2019
When the student council decides to host a dance as their next fundraiser, Jada feels nervous and queasy. She’s excited to give back, but she can’t dance! Still, she’s determined to help the cause and show she cares. She practices her moves, gets help from friends, and even does research at the library to prepare - but will it be enough to help her create change in her community?

Book 5

Sky Watcher #5

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 9 November 2021
Jada Jones is back for the fifth book of this popular, celebrated series perfect for STEM fans!

"Readers who love Ivy and Bean or Katie Woo will want to meet Jada Jones." --School Library Journal


Jada is excited to do a school project about her hero Dr. Mae Jemison, a former NASA astronaut and the first Black woman to travel to outer space. She even gets to pretend to be her for the presentation in front of her teacher, parents, and friends! But when Jada's research reminds her how accomplished her hero truly is, she suddenly feels like she's made a mistake. How can she portray someone who seems to have everything together when she feels like she's falling apart?

Praise for Jada Jones: Rock Star
"Fast-paced, with supersimple vocabulary and a smattering of earth science to spark interest in young rock collectors everywhere." --Kirkus Reviews

Nature Lover #6

by Kelly Starling Lyons

Published 12 April 2022
Jada Jones is back for the sixth book of this popular, celebrated series perfect for STEM fans!

"Readers who love Ivy and Bean or Katie Woo will want to meet Jada Jones." --School Library Journal


Jada is thrilled when she gets to go on an outdoor class field trip with her Pop Pop, a nature lover, as a chaperone. She can't wait to show him off to her friends--and show him what she knows. But the trip has some twists along the way, including a soaring zip line she's not sure she wants to try. What happens when Jada's shining moment starts to lose its luster?

Praise for Jada Jones: Rock Star
"Fast-paced, with supersimple vocabulary and a smattering of earth science to spark interest in young rock collectors everywhere." --Kirkus Reviews