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Books by James Marshall | Wonderlit

Books by James Marshall

19 books · Ages 3–11

Known for the Carruthers, Eugene and Gordie and Space Case series, James Marshall writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, alongside 7 standalone books, exploring themes of humor, animals, friendship & loyalty.

Series

Taking Care of Carruthers

Carruthers, Eugene and Gordie

1 book · Ages 4–11

Merry Christmas, Space Case

1 book · Ages 4–8

Fox Outfoxed

Fox on the Job

Fox Be Nimble

Fox

4 books · Ages 5–9

Rats on the Roof

Rats on the Range

2 books · Ages 6–9

Three up a Tree

Lolly, Sam, and Spider

1 book · Ages 5–8

George and Martha

George and Martha Rise and Shine

George and Martha: The Complete Stories of Two Best Friends

George and Martha

3 books · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Red Riding Hood

Red Riding Hood

A little girl wandering through the forest on the way to her grandmother's house crosses paths with a very hungry and ve

Cover of Wings: A Tale of Two Chickens

Wings: A Tale of Two Chickens

A clever chicken must outsmart a wily fox to save her foolish friend from a dangerous mistake in this witty tale of loya

Cover of Speedboat

Jasper Raisintoast is zooming into trouble! Hold on tight as this hippo hits high speeds and hilarious mishaps in his sh

Cover of The Guest

For the child learning how to be a good host or navigating the worry that comes when a new friend suddenly goes missing.

Cover of Pocketful of Nonsense

Pocketful of Nonsense

Limericks, quirky poems, and silly drawings fill this collection, offering a lighthearted look at the more nonsensical s

Cover of Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Ricitos dorados y los tres osos)

Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Ricitos dorados y los tres osos)

A headstrong girl wanders exactly where she pleases in this wacky, vibrant retelling of the classic forest encounter.

Cover of Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

For the child who needs a playful lesson on boundaries, James Marshall's witty retelling makes the consequences of 'tres

By Age Range

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

Taking Care of Carruthers

Merry Christmas, Space Case

Red Riding Hood

Taking Care of Carruthers

Merry Christmas, Space Case

Red Riding Hood

Common Themes

Humor Animals Friendship & Loyalty Friendship & Social Making Friends Empathy & Kindness Shame & Guilt Embarrassment

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The House at Pooh Corner

The House at Pooh Corner

Be Kind

Pat Zietlow Miller

The Rewindable Clock

The Rewindable Clock

Horrible Harry and the June Box

Horrible Harry and the June Box

Miss Nelson Is Missing!

Miss Nelson Is Missing!