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Books by David McPhail | Wonderlit

Books by David McPhail

22 books · Ages 0–11

Known for the Emma and Edward the Bear series, David McPhail writes picture books and middle grade for ages 0–11, alongside 13 standalone books, exploring themes of nature & outdoors, bears, curiosity & wonder.

Series

Fix-It

1 book · Ages 3–6

Santa's Book of Names

Edward the Bear

1 book · Ages 4–8

Henry Bear's Christmas

1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

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Toby loves his companion, Great Cat, but having the biggest feline in the world makes all the neighbors very nervous.

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The Bear's Toothache

For the child who is feeling nervous about a loose tooth or a visit to the dentist, this gentle story uses a bit of magi

Cover of Pigs Ahoy!

For the child who loves silliness and chaos, this rhyming adventure follows a group of rowdy pigs taking over a cruise s

By Age Range

The Bear's Toothache

Fix-It

Pigs Ahoy!

Great Cat

The Bear's Toothache

Fix-It

Common Themes

Nature & Outdoors Bears Curiosity & Wonder Joy & Gratitude Animals Creativity & Imagination Empathy & Kindness Love & Family

I Get Dressed

I Play

I Can Do It

2 books · Ages 0–3

I Promise

1 book · Ages 3–7

Big Brown Bear's Birthday Surprise

1 book · Ages 4–7

Pig Pig Meets the Lion

Pig Pig Returns

2 books · Ages 3–8

Ages 3–7

Cover of Henry Bear's Park

Henry Bear's Park

Henry Bear takes on a big job looking after the park while his father travels far away in a hot air balloon.

Cover of Water Boy

A young boy overcomes his fears and builds a magical connection with the world around him after learning the surprising

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Edward and the Pirates

Reading makes Edward’s imagination so vivid that he wakes up to find a crew of real pirates surrounding his bed and dema

Cover of Drawing Lessons from a Bear

Drawing Lessons from a Bear

For the child who feels a spark of creativity that doesn't quite fit their family's expectations, this story celebrates

Cover of Ben Loves Bear

For the toddler who finds safety and joy in a favorite stuffed animal. This soothing board book celebrates the secure bo

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Teddy Bear, The

A boy leaves his teddy bear at a diner by mistake, leading to a touching encounter with a homeless man who finds comfort

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Budgie the bear and Boo the rabbit tend to their garden and solve problems together in a quiet celebration of loyal frie

Cover of The Puddle

A rainy day puddle becomes a harbor for a toy boat, a frog, and even an alligator in this misty, soft-hued celebration o

Cover of The Family Tree

The Family Tree

For the child who loves the outdoors and needs to understand how our choices today protect nature for the generations th

Cover of Mole Music

Determined to change his simple life, a quiet mole picks up a violin and fills his world with beautiful, joyful music.

Great Cat

Santa's Book of Names

Henry Bear's Christmas

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