Mia Madison is proving that running a business is hard work, but helping her friends is the best investment of all.
Kathryn Holmes introduces us to a young girl with big ideas in this first book of the series. Mia Madison is already a “kid-trepreneur” who runs a pet-sitting business and a lemonade stand. In this story, she launches “KidBiz Tips” to help her classmates solve their own professional problems and start their own businesses. With her CEO mom as a mentor, Mia tries to balance her growing career with the everyday challenges of school and friendship. The series currently includes three books, giving students plenty of material to stay engaged as they practice their reading.
This series is a great match for students who feel overwhelmed by thick novels or dense text. At 208 pages, the story moves along quickly because it includes 40 doodles and illustrations by Luna Valentine. These drawings provide helpful context for English language learners who are still growing their vocabulary. Having the same characters and art style in every volume makes the reading experience feel predictable and safe. Students can build their confidence because they do not have to start from scratch with every new book. Instead, they can jump into the next volume with a cast they already know and trust. In a classroom setting, these books are perfect for small reading groups or for students who love the social themes of series like “The Babysitters Club”.
**Total Books in Series:** 3
**Best Starting Point:** Mia Madison, CEO
