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Books by Donald Crews | Wonderlit

Books by Donald Crews

17 books · Ages 1–8

Donald Crews writes picture books and middle grade for ages 1–8, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, vehicles & machines, joy & gratitude.

Standalone Books

Cover of Truck

A big red truck rolls through traffic and across the country in this classic wordless journey designed for early visual

Cover of Light

Everything from the flash of lightning in the sky to the glow of electric signs comes to life in this vibrant visual gal

Cover of Carousel

Horses gallop and colors whirl as the music plays in this vibrant recreation of the sights and sounds of a spinning merr

Cover of Harbor

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Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Vehicles & Machines Joy & Gratitude Becoming a Big Kid Math & Numbers Art & Creativity Nature & Outdoors First Day

Harbor

Donald Crews

The waterfront is a whirlwind of motion where all sorts of boats arrive and depart. Bright illustrations capture the ene

Ages 2–6

Cover of Parade

Marching bands, colorful floats, and street vendors come to life in this vibrant look at all the moving parts that make

Cover of We Read: A to Z

We Read: A to Z

Letters become vivid concepts through graphic art, helping you see how the alphabet can describe the world in unexpected

Cover of School Bus

The big yellow bus rolls through the neighborhood, picking up students for a busy morning of learning and safely returni

Cover of Ten Black Dots

Watch as simple black circles transform into a fox's glowing eyes or the speeding wheels of a train in this clever count

Cover of Flying

Glide over highways, mountains, and sprawling cities in a soaring journey that follows a plane across the country.

Cover of Freight Train

A colorful train rumbles through dark tunnels and over high trestles, carrying its heavy load through the countryside in

Cover of Shortcut

A casual stroll along the railroad tracks turns into a heart-pounding race for safety when a train suddenly thunders tow

Cover of Bigmama's

Summer in the country means catching up with relatives and finding the familiar comfort of Bigmama's house exactly the w

Cover of Car Trip

For the early explorer feeling the hum of anticipation before a big family adventure. Capture the sights and rhythms of

Cover of Night at the Fair

Night at the Fair

The fair comes alive after dark with sparkling lights, spinning rides, and treats to eat in this glowing celebration of

Cover of Sail Away

Perfect for children fascinated by how things work or those preparing for their first boat trip, this peaceful journey e

Cover of Fire!

The quiet fire station erupts into action as alarms ring and brave firefighters race their trucks to the scene.

Cover of Bicycle Race

Twelve determined riders pedal through a fast-paced race where the lead constantly changes, making every number count to

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Cosmic Wonder: Halley's Comet and Humankind

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