Books by Helen Ward

Helen Ward writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–10, exploring themes of nature & outdoors, animals, resilience & perseverance.

Standalone Books

The Tin Forest

Helen Ward

In a grey world of scrap metal, an old man builds a forest out of tin, only to find that his imagination has the power t

Ages 4–8

Varmints

Helen Ward

Amidst the roar of a crowded, grey city, one small creature works tirelessly to preserve a patch of green and bring the

Ages 5–9

Unwitting Wisdom

Helen Ward

For the child learning how to navigate tricky social situations and moral dilemmas through timeless animal tales. A beau

Ages 6–10

The Dragon Machine

Helen Ward

Hidden dragons are everywhere, but only one boy is observant enough to see them and clever enough to build a machine to

Ages 4–8

Old Shell, New Shell

Helen Ward

For the child feeling outgrown by their surroundings. This gentle nature story about a hermit crab's house hunt models r

Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

5 books