Recommended children's booklists sorted by age or topic

Home > Branching Out Booklists & Posters > Branching Out: Books for Fans of Izzy the Inventor

Branching Out: Books for Fans of Izzy the Inventor

icon - tree

best books for fans of izzy the inventorIf you like Izzy the Inventor, try these…

Izzy the Inventor is a science-meets-magic adventure series loved by new readers. Faced with a chaotic, magical cast of trolls, unicorns, ogres and more, Izzy uses science to problem-solve and save the day. Readers love the STEM-themed adventures formatted as a colour-illustrated early chapter book series with a sparkle of magic and fairytale.

We’ve put together a list of ten similar books for fans of the Izzy the Inventor books. For more fearless and curious science-loving characters like Izzy, try Queen of Questions Ada Twist or the energetic Supa Nova with her secret lab.

Readers looking for new adventures featuring young inventors and engineers could try heading to the Iron Forest with Harley Hitch, or to the secret workshop of Leonora Bolt.

Newly independent readers looking for another colour-illustrated chapter book series in a similar style to Izzy might enjoy the magical Unicornia, or Harriet Muncaster’s The Diary of Wiska Wildflower.

If it’s the collectability of series you love, we recommend trying Pia’s Pet Club and The Naughtiest Unicorn next.

Branching Out: Books for Fans of Izzy the Inventor Quick Links

Add to Favourites
Please login to bookmark Close

Visit our booklists on Amazon

Support independent bookshops

SAVE 20% with Peters

Books for Fans of Izzy the Inventor

Chapter book
Maggie Sparks does NOT want to go to a new school!Especially not one with mean students and a teacher she is sure is a VAMPIRE.But Maggie has no choice. When their school gets closed down, she and Arthur are forced to go to Peregrine Primary. Thankfully, Maggie’s a super powerful, super smart, super talented witch. Maggie plans to use her powers to get out of going to the nightmare new school – one way or another.All she needs is a little magic …About the Maggie Sparks series: Step into the magical world of Maggie Sparks: the mischievous little witch who turns every day into an adventure. Join Maggie as she learns how to tackle school, make friends and most confusing of all: understand her emotions – when she’s not facing dragons and meeting aliens, that is! Perfect to bridge the gap between Isadora Moon and Amelia Fang for young readers aged 5+.
Chapter book
The first book in an exciting new series from the creator of Isadora Moon, Harriet Muncaster.Told in diary format and packed with beautiful full-colour illustrations, this is the enchanting story of Wiska Wildflower and her search for friendship at Inkcap's Academy.ONE day until I go to my new school. Eeeek! It's called Inkcap's Academy and it's in Twitching. TWITCHING! Yes, I now live on the completely opposite side of Wiskling Wood to my old school in Acornia, and more importantly, MY FRIENDS...Wiska Wildflower is relieved when she makes friends with Cleobelle and Primrose on her first day at Inkcap's Academy. They love Wiska's drawings and ask her to help them design matching outfits for a special fashion show in Spellbrooke City. But the more Wiska gets to know her new friends, the more she feels she must hide her true self and follow their rules. Can Wiska find the bravery she needs to get her creative spark back and discover true friendship?
Chapter book
From the #1 New York Times bestselling team Andrea Beaty and David Roberts who created Ada Twist, Scientist and Iggy Peck, Architect comes a spirited story full of adventure, friendship, and science!Ada Twist is the Queen of Questions. Like, why does hot coffee smell stronger than cold? What kind of birds live in her backyard? And, especially, why does her brother Arthur get so cranky when she borrows his stuff for experiments? But Ada’s questions really come in handy when her friend Rosie Revere needs help. Rosie’s Uncle Ned has gotten carried away in his famous helium pants, and Ada needs some answers—fast! How high can Uncle Ned float? Will he fly off into outer space? And, most important, how can they get him down? With the help of her fellow Questioneers Iggy Peck and Rosie Revere, her brother Arthur, and some new friends, Ada Twist is ready to save the day!Ada Twist and the Perilous Pants is the second in a unique and exciting series of chapter books for children, parents, and teachers who want to make STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fun.
Chapter book

A brilliant new series from the very talented Serena Patel. In the first book of this series, we are introduced to eight-year-old Pia, who is crazy about animals and even more so as she isn’t allowed one of her own. She lives with her older-but-annoying sister, Anjali, in two places – one with her mum in a nice little house and the other a flat with her dad.

Pia meets a boy called Hari in the communal garden. He is with his two dogs, an older basset hound called Raja and a boisterous puppy, Luna. Hari is upset because he has to train Luna to behave before his Nani comes to visit, or she will be given away. What ensues is plenty of chaos, giggles and new friendships.

This is a heartwarming read with such lovable, diverse characters. Emma McCann’s illustrations beautifully complement this fun story.

Chapter book
Welcome to the magical land where you’ll learn spells, potions and everything you need to know about Unicorns!It’s the day of the Magical Unicorn Show and Claudia is super excited to watch Chai and the other unicorns perform. But – oh no! – she and her friends have missed the flying bus! How will they ever get there in time? Find out in this whizzy airborne adventure, filled with unicorn acrobatics, sparkling skies and zooming skates.With colour illustrations, this magical chapter-book series is great for building confidence in newly independent readers.

Graphic novel

This ‘out of this world’ graphic novel has lots to like and is a strong first offering from a brand new series of young graphic novels.

The story follows Nova, who is from a family of scientists and creative geniuses. Influenced by an environmental problem she sees on the news, Nova rushes to her secret lab to try to find a solution. After a few attempts, she succeeds, and all seems well until things get out of control and she is in a race against time to stop Chomp on his path of destruction. Nova soon realises that she cannot do this on her own and needs to enlist the help of her sister Cassi.

This short and easy-to-read graphic novel is fast-paced, fun and the perfect read for budding inventors or scientists. With bright colours, energetic characters and important themes like plastic pollution, girls in STEM and environmental problem-solving, this is pitched for 7-9 year olds and will surely appeal across primary schools.

Chapter book

SuperQuesters Mission: River Crest Rescue is an exciting and imaginative chapter book blending fantasy, problem-solving and real-world science into an action-packed adventure. This story is a perfect launchpad for curious young readers who are ready to explore STEM in a fun, creative way.

The story follows three friends who discover a mysterious board game that transports them to the magical world of Questland. There, they become their superhero alter egos. Their mission? To save the village of River Crest from the villainous Mortifer and his mischievous Beaver Bots and Dragonfly Drones. But to win, they’ll need to use science, logic, and teamwork.

One of the standout strengths of this book is how seamlessly it weaves STEM learning into the story. Whether it’s solving codes, learning about animal habitats, or understanding plant biology, readers are encouraged to think like scientists and problem-solvers. The interactive puzzles and real-life experiments sprinkled throughout the book keep the learning hands-on and engaging without ever slowing the pace of the adventure.

The clear layout, helpful glossary, and visual elements make it especially well-suited for confident readers transitioning into chapter books.

Chapter book

The first in a joy-filled series of illustrated chapter books, telling the funny story of Mira’s adventures as she starts unicorn school. Mira wishes to be paired up with the most beautiful, sparkly unicorn of her dreams, but the reality presents a grumpy, untidy, doughnut-eating unicorn named Dave.

This humorous adventure series explores themes of friendship, inclusion and loyalty, with a backdrop of rainbows, glitter and a dose of unicorn toilet humour, too. Children love the idea of the secret unicorn school – a bit like a sparklier version of Hogwarts. Illustrations, age-appropriate humour and a diverse cast of characters make this a super choice of chapter book story for readers aged 6-8.

 

Chapter book

Leonora Bolt Secret Inventor is an entertaining STEM-themed narrative and a great story choice for Year 3 and above. The book follows a young female scientist named Leonora, who is passionate about creating new and ingenious inventions to solve the problems of those around her.  Gladys Jose’s illustrations enhance the storytelling experience, as does the good dose of humour woven through the narrative.

Leonora’s secret workshop serves as the backdrop for her endeavours, which become critical in her confrontations with her invention-stealing uncle. What follows is an imaginative adventure with quick-thinking Leonora using her STEM skills and natural wit to triumph.  Readers who love science and innovation will find this an engaging and entertaining storytime choice.

Chapter book
A highly illustrated fiction series about a determined young inventor, from award-winning author Vashti Hardy.Join Harley, her robot dog Sprocket and best friend Cosmo for problem-solving adventures and mysteries in Inventia, a world where science rules and technology grows in the forest; and where exploding science projects, giant slugs and runaway robots are all part of a normal school day.The Iron Forest near Harley’s home is unlike any other – plants and trees grow cogs and hinges and other mechanical parts – and all of Inventia depends on it. So when a strange fungus is discovered, there’s a race to find a solution. Without essential parts for inventions, the town is quickly falling apart…But just who or what is behind the mysterious infestation? Harley decides it’s up to her to save the day – with chaotic results!Perfect for fans of Amelia Fang and Isadora Moon, this is a rollicking adventure that celebrates STEM learning!Heavily illustrated with lively, humourous illustrations by George Ermos.Vashti Hardy is an award-winning author of children’s books. Her novel Wildspark won the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Story 2020, and Brightstorm was shortlisted for the Waterstone’s Children’s Book Prize.

SAVE 20% with Peters

Visit our booklists on Amazon

Support independent bookshops

Booklists you might also like...

Branching Out: Books for Fans of Izzy the Inventor

Related Resources

[["Downloadable Poster","https:\/\/www.booksfortopics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/best-books-for-izzy-the-inventor-fans-768x1086.png","https:\/\/www.booksfortopics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Branching-Out-Izzy-the-Inventor.pdf"],["Purchase Book Pack","https:\/\/www.booksfortopics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/branching-out-izzy-inventor-book-pack.png","https:\/\/peters.co.uk\/book-page\/9789990217940"]]

Subscribe to our newsletter

Your Review

Stone Girl Bone Girl

review

Year group(s) the book is most suitable for:

Year group(s) the book is most suitable for:

Does the book contain anything that teachers would wish to know about before recommending in class (strong language, sensitive topics etc.)?

Does the book contain anything that teachers would wish to know about before recommending in class (strong language, sensitive topics etc.)?

Would you recommend the book for use in primary schools?

yes

Curriculum links (if relevant)

Curriculum links (if relevant)

Any other comments

Any other comments