Questions202, thank you so much for your personal recommendations. Since DD LOVED Pippi, I am guessing she might also like the other books that your DD enjoyed at that age.
bluemagic,DD started to read the beginning of this year and reads picture books fairly fluently now. However, she is definitely not ready to read chapter books on her own. When I read to her,I pick books that are well written and targeted for way above her age as she has good comprehension. So thanks for your opinion on the early chapter books. It is very helpful.