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Books by Eric A. Kimmel | Wonderlit

Books by Eric A. Kimmel

31 books · Ages 3–12

Known for the Website and The McElderry Book of... series, Eric A. Kimmel writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–12, alongside 29 standalone books, exploring themes of fairy tales & mythology, history, humor.

Series

Website of the Warped Wizard

1 book · Ages 8–12

The McElderry Book of Greek Myths

The McElderry Book of...

1 book · Ages 6–12

Standalone Books

Cover of Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock

Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock

For the child who enjoys outsmarting others or needs a playful lesson on why trickery doesn't always pay off.

Cover of I Took My Frog to the Library

I Took My Frog to the Library

For the child who needs a gentle, giggly reminder that some places have special rules, like why we leave our wildest fri

Cover of Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

When a village's synagogue is overrun by goblins, the brave and witty Hershel of Ostropol steps up to challenge them, on

Cover of When Mindy Saved Hanukkah

When Mindy Saved Hanukkah

A tiny family living inside synagogue walls must face a formidable cat to secure the candles they need for their menorah

Cover of Robin Hook, Pirate Hunter!

Robin Hook, Pirate Hunter!

Robin Hook and his ragtag crew sail the seas to take back treasure from bullies and give it to those in need.

Cover of Simon and the Bear: A Hanukkah Tale

Simon and the Bear: A Hanukkah Tale

For the child who needs to find hope in difficult circumstances. This gentle adventure shows how faith and small acts of

Cover of The Fisherman and the Turtle

The Fisherman and the Turtle

For the child who struggles to say 'enough' or always wants the next best thing. This regional retelling explores how ru

Cover of Joseph and the Sabbath Fish

Joseph and the Sabbath Fish

Jewish humor dates back to the compilation of Talmud and Midrash. In the Jewish community of the Holy Roman Empire, theo

Cover of Hanukkah Bear

For the family looking to share a giggle over a silly holiday mix-up, this story celebrates the warmth of hospitality an

Cover of Three Samurai Cats

Three Samurai Cats

For the child who needs to learn that true strength comes from a quiet mind rather than just physical power and competit

Cover of Anansi's Party Time

Anansi's Party Time

Anansi the spider thinks he is the ultimate trickster, but the tables are about to turn in this humorous story of a part

Cover of Rip Van Winkle's Return

Rip Van Winkle's Return

Two teenagers discover and thaw a frozen caveman who must learn to navigate the strange wonders and life lessons of 20th

Cover of Blackbeard's Last Fight

Blackbeard's Last Fight

For the young adventurer fascinated by seafaring legends and the true grit of the high seas. This historical account bri

Cover of One Eye, Two Eyes, Three Eyes

One Eye, Two Eyes, Three Eyes

For the child learning to navigate unfairness at home or school, this Hutsul folktale offers hope and the strength to en

Cover of Stormy's Hat: Just Right for a Railroad Man

Stormy's Hat: Just Right for a Railroad Man

Stormy needs the perfect hat for the railroad, but it takes his wife Ida’s clever creativity to invent the iconic engine

Cover of Anansi and the Talking Melon

Anansi and the Talking Melon

A sneaky spider convinces the jungle animals that a fruit can speak, leading to hilarious chaos when the talking melon s

Cover of Grizz!

Lucky goes seven long years without washing or cutting his hair in a wild quest to finally win the girl of his dreams.

Cover of The Hero Beowulf

The Hero Beowulf

For the child who needs to see that even the most frightening monsters can be overcome through courage and standing up f

Cover of The Flying Canoe

The Flying Canoe

Legendary cowboy Pecos Bill rides through the American West in these larger-than-life tall tales filled with wild imagin

Cover of The Spider's Gift

The Spider's Gift

For the family feeling the weight of financial stress during the holidays, this gentle folk tale finds magic and abundan

Cover of Joha Makes a Wish

Joha Makes a Wish

For the child who needs to learn that getting exactly what you ask for isn't always what's best. A playful look at the u

Cover of The Runaway Tortilla

The Runaway Tortilla

Tio Jose's spicy tortilla leaps off the griddle and leads a desert full of hungry animals on a fast-paced counting chase

Cover of Pumpkinhead

For the child who feels like an outsider, this whimsical journey follows a boy with a pumpkin head who learns that there

Cover of Sword of the Samurai: Adventure Stories from Japan

Sword of the Samurai: Adventure Stories from Japan

Ancient Japan comes alive through eleven tales of samurai warriors who live by a strict code of honor, courage, and occa

Cover of Gershon's Monster

Gershon's Monster

For the child who struggles with apologizing or taking responsibility, this haunting tale shows how ignored mistakes can

Cover of The Two Mountains

The Two Mountains

For the child who feels overwhelmed by a big goal or a long path ahead, this timeless fable shows how steady, small step

Cover of Don Quixote and the Windmills

Don Quixote and the Windmills

A deluded but brave knight charges headfirst into a field of windmills, convinced they are giants, in this amusingly ill

Cover of The Frog Princess: A Tlingit Legend from Alaska

The Frog Princess: A Tlingit Legend from Alaska

A beautiful Tlingit princess turns away all human suitors, choosing instead a mysterious husband from the world beneath

Cover of The Three Little Tamales

The Three Little Tamales

Three little tamales must use their wits to stay off the plate in this spicy, Southwestern-style adventure featuring Spa

By Age Range

I Took My Frog to the Library

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock

I Took My Frog to the Library

Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins

Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock

When Mindy Saved Hanukkah

Robin Hook, Pirate Hunter!

Website of the Warped Wizard

The McElderry Book of Greek Myths

Sword of the Samurai: Adventure Stories from Japan

Common Themes

Fairy Tales & Mythology History Humor Adventure Celebrating Heritage Fear & Bravery Resilience & Perseverance Nature & Outdoors

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