Van Bakel Beach books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Van Bakel Beach series?"

"There are 3 books in the Van Bakel Beach series, published in 2016."

Q: "What is the first book in the Van Bakel Beach series?"

"The first book in the Van Bakel Beach series is The Coney Island Hot Dog Heist, published in 2016."

Q: "What age group is the Van Bakel Beach series for?"

"The Van Bakel Beach books are aimed at middle grade readers, roughly ages 8-12. The stories feature kid protagonists, lighthearted action, and beach settings that keep the tone fun and accessible."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	The Coney Island Hot Dog Heist	2016	Kimberly Meehan	Buy
2	Rockaway Run	2016	Kimberly Meehan	Buy
3	Battle for the Canal	2016	Kimberly Meehan	Buy

The Van Bakel Beach series packs three adventures into a fictional shore community. The Coney Island Hot Dog Heist (2016) sets the stage with a caper involving, yes, hot dogs. Rockaway Run and Battle for the Canal follow with more kid-driven action along the coast. Kimberly Meehan keeps the books light and fast, aimed squarely at middle grade readers who want stories that move.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Van Bakel Beach series?

There are 3 books in the Van Bakel Beach series, published in 2016.

What is the first book in the Van Bakel Beach series?

The first book in the Van Bakel Beach series is The Coney Island Hot Dog Heist, published in 2016.

What age group is the Van Bakel Beach series for?

The Van Bakel Beach books are aimed at middle grade readers, roughly ages 8-12. The stories feature kid protagonists, lighthearted action, and beach settings that keep the tone fun and accessible.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order