Books On Board

Cul-de-Sac Books in Order

  • 24 Books
  • 1993 – 1999 Published

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Recommended Reading Path: Where to Start

For the best experience, readers should start with the very first book, The Double Dabble Surprise. This book establishes the setting of Blossom Hill Lane and introduces the core characters, including sisters Abby and Carly Hunter as they prepare to welcome their new adopted siblings from Korea. Because the characters grow and referencing jokes carry over, reading in publication order is highly recommended.

Cul-de-sac Kids Books in Publication Order

The series was published between 1995 and 2001. Because the publication order follows the natural progression of the neighborhood kids, it is also the chronological order of the series. Here is the complete list of all 24 books:

  1. The Double Dabble Surprise (1995)
  2. The Chicken Pox Panic (1995)
  3. The Crazy Christmas Angel Mystery (1995)
  4. Frog Power (1995)
  5. The Mystery of Case D. Luc (1995)
  6. No Grown-ups Allowed (1995)
  7. The Stinky Sneakers Mystery (1996)
  8. Pickle Pizza (1996)
  9. Mailbox Mania (1996)
  10. The Mudhole Mystery (1997)
  11. Fiddlesticks (1997)
  12. The Crabby Cat Caper (1997)
  13. Tarantula Toes (1997)
  14. Green Gravy (1997)
  15. Backyard Bandit Mystery (1997)
  16. Tree House Trouble (1998)
  17. The Creepy Sleep-Over (1998)
  18. The Great TV Turn-Off (1998)
  19. Piggy Party (1999)
  20. The Granny Game (1999)
  21. Mystery Mutt (2000)
  22. Big Bad Beans (2000)
  23. The Upside-Down Day (2000)
  24. The Midnight Mystery (2001)

Cul-de-sac Kids Volume Collections

Instead of purchasing all 24 individual paperbacks, Bethany House released the series in four convenient omnibus editions. Each compilation contains six consecutive books:

  • Cul-de-sac Kids Collection One: Books 1 through 6
  • Cul-de-sac Kids Collection Two: Books 7 through 12
  • Cul-de-sac Kids Collection Three: Books 13 through 18
  • Cul-de-sac Kids Collection Four: Books 19 through 24

What to Read Next

Once young readers have finished the adventures on Blossom Hill Lane, they can explore other youth series by Beverly Lewis that feature similar themes of faith, friendship, and moral growth. For older kids aged 11–14, the Girls Only (GO!) sports-centered series and the mystery-focused SummerHill Secrets are excellent next steps.

Frequently Asked

What is the best book to start with in the Cul-de-sac Kids series?

We recommend starting with Book 1, The Double Dabble Surprise, to get introduced to Abby, Carly, and the rest of the Blossom Hill Lane neighbors.

Is the chronological order different from the publication order?

No. The chronological order matches the publication order exactly, making it easy to follow the characters as they grow.

Are there boxed sets or omnibus editions available?

Yes, the 24 stories are collected into four omnibus editions: Collection One (Books 1–6), Collection Two (Books 7–12), Collection Three (Books 13–18), and Collection Four (Books 19–24).

What is the target age group for these books?

The Cul-de-sac Kids series is designed as early reader chapter books for children aged 7 to 10 years old.

Are there any direct spin-off series?

There are no direct spin-off series, but readers who enjoy Beverly Lewis's style should look into her other series like Girls Only (GO!) and SummerHill Secrets.

Who is the publisher of the series?

The series is published by Bethany House Publishers, a division of Baker Publishing Group.