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Books by Amy Schwartz | Wonderlit

Books by Amy Schwartz

15 books · Ages 0–18

Known for the Old MacDonald series, Amy Schwartz writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 0–18, alongside 14 standalone books, exploring themes of becoming a big kid, joy & gratitude, family & siblings.

Series

Old MacDonald

1 book · Ages 2–5

Standalone Books

Cover of Bea and Mr. Jones

Bea and Mr. Jones

Bea is done with finger painting, so she heads to the office while her father takes over her seat in the kindergarten cl

Cover of Her Majesty, Aunt Essie

Her Majesty, Aunt Essie

Ruthie tells a grand boast about her aunt being a queen and must find a way to make her best friend believe it.

Cover of The Boys Team

A four-year-old boy narrates a busy week at preschool with his two best friends. Follow their daily rhythm of playing to

By Age Range

Old MacDonald

The Boys Team

A Glorious Day

Bea and Mr. Jones

Her Majesty, Aunt Essie

Old MacDonald

Common Themes

Becoming a Big Kid Joy & Gratitude Family & Siblings Love & Family Friendship & Social Humor Curiosity & Wonder School Life

Ages 3–5

Cover of A Glorious Day

For the child curious about the hustle and bustle outside their window, this story celebrates the magic of morning routi

Cover of Oma and Bobo

Grandmother Oma and a dog named Bobo learn to understand each other as they work together on basic commands like sit, st

Cover of What James Likes Best

What James Likes Best

Life in the city is full of sunshine for James, from riding the yellow car to the fairground to enjoying simple, happy d

Cover of 100 Things I Know How to Do

100 Things I Know How to Do

For the preschooler who is proud of their growing independence. This rhythmic celebration of everyday wins builds self-e

Cover of Dee Dee and Me

For the child navigating the highs and lows of sibling dynamics. A heartwarming look at the special, sometimes complicat

Cover of 13 Stories About Harris

13 Stories About Harris

13 Stories About Harris

Cover of 100 Things That Make Me Happy: A Picture Book

100 Things That Make Me Happy: A Picture Book

For the child who needs a gentle reminder of the small wonders in their day, from red socks to hide and seek.

Cover of A Beautiful Girl

A Beautiful Girl

For the teenager navigating the high-stakes world of social hierarchies, intense friendships, and the pressure of public

Cover of Annabelle Swift, Kindergartner

Annabelle Swift, Kindergartner

For the kindergartner feeling the weight of expectations. Annabelle navigates her first day of school with lessons from

Cover of 13 Stories about Ayana

13 Stories about Ayana

For the child who finds magic in ordinary moments like getting a new tutu or losing a tooth. These short stories celebra

Cover of Busy Babies

For the caregiver and toddler navigating a world full of big energy and constant motion. A celebratory look at the bustl

Bea and Mr. Jones

Her Majesty, Aunt Essie

Oma and Bobo

A Beautiful Girl

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Peekaboo Morning

Peekaboo Morning

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