Reviewed by Shravan
August 30, 2024
This series is about Alex and Conner Bailey traveling into a magic world, where all fairytales are real, Jack and the Beanstalk, Sleeping Beauty, and so much more. It brings a whole new world of imagination, excitement, laughter, and fantasy.
While reading these books a few years ago, it just brought so many things to my mind. It also brings a whole new perspective to mind while reading. Is there a fairytale world, that could possibly, secretly exist? Could there actually be a potion that lets you travel into books? That and so much more makes this series incredible.
The Land of Stories is an absolute masterpiece for kids aged 6 - 10. This is because it has incredible detail and description while being super easy to read and understand. It has amazing aspects about it, like the blend of Fantasy and Adventure, which make it beautiful to read. With everything that this series has to offer when reading, there is no doubt that this is a 5 Star rating.
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Common Questions About The Land of Stories
What age is The Land of Stories for?
The Land of Stories is recommended for ages 8-10 (Grades 3rd-5th). The fairy tale setting and humor make it really appealing to this age group, especially for kids who love Disney and classic fairy tales. It's one of those series that feels magical in the best way — I think it's a great choice for an 8 or 9 year old looking for a fun fantasy adventure.
What reading level is The Land of Stories?
The series is at a Grades 3rd-5th reading level. The books are moderately long (400-500 pages), but the writing is really engaging and accessible, so they don't feel like a slog at all. A confident 3rd grader who loves stories should have no trouble diving in.
How many Land of Stories books are there?
There are 6 books in The Land of Stories series by Chris Colfer, plus a companion series called A Tale of Magic (3 books). Read The Land of Stories in order from The Wishing Spell to Worlds Collide — the story builds throughout and the later books bring everything together in a really satisfying way.
What is The Land of Stories about?
The Land of Stories follows twins Alex and Conner who discover a book that transports them into a world where fairy tale characters are real. It's a fantasy adventure that reimagines classic fairy tales with tons of humor and heart. If your kid loves the fairy tale angle, they might also enjoy Keeper of the Lost Cities and Artemis Fowl on BookVine for more magical world-building.
The Land of Stories is recommended for ages 6 - 8 (Grades 1st - 3rd) with Lexile scores ranging from 720L to 770L.