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Books in SpongeBob SquarePants chapter book series

  • The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run: The Junior Novelization

    David Lewman, Random House

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, March 31, 2020)
    Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants returns to theaters in an all-new feature film!THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN is coming to theaters soon. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail. Boys and girls will thrill to this novelization that features eight pages of full-color images based on the film.
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  • The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run: Official Activity Book

    Golden Books, Dave Aikins

    Paperback (Golden Books, March 31, 2020)
    Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants returns to theaters in an all-new feature film!THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN is coming to theaters soon. Part origin story, part rescue mission, and part buddy road trip, the all new feature-length movie follows SpongeBob, Patrick, and the entire Bikini Bottom crew as they embark on a journey that spans from childhood to an adventure to save their friend, Gary the Snail. Boys and girls ages 3-7 will love this full-color activity book that includes over 50 stickers.
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  • Tea at the Treedome

    Terry Collins, Mark O'Hare

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight, Sept. 1, 2000)
    SpongeBob is invited to have tea with a new karate-chopping lady friend, Sandy Cheeks. But when he finds out that Sandy lives in a dome filled with air, SpongeBob's plan for a new friend might "run dry!"
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  • SpongeBob and the Princess

    David Lewman, Clint Bond

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, June 1, 2004)
    Hoppin' clams! A princess is coming to the Krusty Krab! At least that's what SpongeBob thinks. And when she doesn't appear, SpongeBob must think Fast. He promised a princess, but where will he find one on such short notice? Find out what happens in this royally Funny story!
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  • Sponge at Heart: How to Live a Bikini Bottom Life

    Melissa Wygand, Dave Aikins

    Hardcover (Random House Books for Young Readers, July 2, 2019)
    Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants!Are you feeling in over your head or all washed up? SpongeBob SquarePants and his friends from Bikini Bottom will have you looking on the the bright side again with their thoughts on friendship, fun, business, bubble blowing, and much, much more. Filled with quotes and advice from Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants, this full-color gift book is sure to thrill fans of all ages.
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  • WHO BOB WHAT PANTS?

    Emily Sollinger, Stephen Reed

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, Sept. 9, 2008)
    Who Bob, What Pants? All SpongeBob wanted was to spend a little quality time with his friends; but when he ends up being nothing but a nuisance, he decides it is time to pack up and leave Bikini Bottom forever. On his way, SpongeBob takes a nasty fall and bumps his head. Hard! When he wakes up, he finds himself in a strange new city and has no idea who he is! When he discovers that bubble-blowing has been outlawed by a gang of thugs in town, he uses his bubble-blowing skills to run the thugs out of New Kelp City for good and ends up being elected Mayor! Meanwhile, SpongeBob’s Bikini Bottom friends are desperate to find their friend and bring him home – but will he want to leave his newfound fame behind? My Name is CheeseHead: When SpongeBob wakes up in New Kelp City unable to remember who he is, he is given the name CheeseHead BrownPants. Before long, CheeseHead makes quite a name for himself in this strange, new city. His Bikini Bottom friends, however, have been missing him terribly. When they finally discover where he is, they whisk him right back home where he belongs…but will he ever be able to remember who he really is? Follow along as CheeseHead relates his side of the story in this full-color Level 2 Ready-to-Read, perfect for young readers between the ages of 5 and 7.
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  • SpongeBob Airpants: The Lost Episode

    Kitty Richards, Heather Martinez

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight, Sept. 1, 2003)
    It's a bird! It's a plane! It's...SpongeBob! SpongeBob dreams of flying with the jellyfish. And this time he sets out to make his dream a reality. From a makeshift flying machine to a hapless bat costume, SpongeBob's airborne attempts are grounded until he accidentally invents a pair of superherolike flying pants. But SpongeBob soon realizes that being a superhero isn't all it's cracked up to be. Will he ever be able to live as a mere mortal again? Find out in this aerodynamic adventure!
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  • Where's Gary?

    David Lewman, Barry Goldberg

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, March 9, 2012)
    SpongeBob is so focused on defeating the Dirty Bubble in a paddleball challenge that he forgets to feed his pet snail, Gary, for a whole week! So Gary decides it's time to pack his bags and find a new home. While Gary is being pampered by sweet Grandma, SpongeBob is posting "Lost Snail" signs all over town. Soon Gary becomes suspicious that Grandma is after more than just his happiness. Can SpongeBob save Gary before it's too late?
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  • Zoo Day Disaster

    David Lewman, Robert Dress

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, June 28, 2005)
    It's Annual Free Day at the Bikini Bottom Zoo! SpongeBob and Patrick can't wait to see Clamu, the giant oyster, perform spectacular tricks. But when he sees that Clamu is fast asleep, SpongeBob tries to wake him by tossing a peanut into his arena. It works: Clamu wakes up -- but cries nonstop, disturbing all of Bikini Bottom! Everyone wants to make sure that whoever tossed a peanut is punished. Panicking, SpongeBob denies knowing anything about it. Finally, the police announce that they've found their man. Is SpongeBob headed for jail?
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  • Christmas with Krabby Klaws

    Erica David, Heather Martinez

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, Oct. 5, 2010)
    In a ploy to sell more Krabby Patties than ever before, Mr. Krabs transforms the Krusty Krab into a winter wonderland spectacular enough to rival even the famous North Pole. He presides over this holiday oasis as Krabby Klaws, with SpongeBob as head elf in charge of holiday cheer, offering up a whole slew of holiday activities for kids to partake in as they eat their patties--all for a minor fee, of course. Soon Mr. Krabs gets too cocky. One day he announces that Krabby Klaws is probably more popular than Santa himself! SpongeBob is outraged, and begs Mr. Krabs to take it back. After all, if Santa is mad at Mr. Krabs, he won't get put on the 'nice' list! By strange coincidence, bad things suddenly start happening at the Krusty Krab. SpongeBob is sure that Santa is sending Mr. Krabs a sign. Can SpongeBob convince Krabby Klaws to change his selfish ways before Christmas? Kids will love this original story, full of holiday spirit!
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  • Spongebob Superstar

    Annie Auerbach, Mark O'Hare

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, March 1, 2001)
    Fame, fortune, and fans are SpongeBob's destiny when he's picked to star in a TV special. Hotshot producer Barry Cuda is sure that SpongeBob's sea-lebrity talent is going to steer them both to stardom, and SpongeBob is reeeeaaaady for his close-up! But before you can say, "Krusty Krab Krabby Patties," fame goes to SpongeBob's head. Will SpongeBob leave his Bikini Bottom buddies for Celebrity Sea? Or is something fishy in the air?
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  • UFO!

    Adam Beechen, Zina Saunders

    Paperback (Simon Spotlight/Nickelodeon, Jan. 25, 2005)
    Bikini Bottom suddenly goes dark one day and everyone panics! Are aliens invading SpongeBob's home?
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