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Books by John Himmelman | Wonderlit

Books by John Himmelman

12 books · Ages 3–9

Known for the Puffin Easy-to-Read and To the Rescue series, John Himmelman writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–9, alongside 9 standalone books, exploring themes of animals, humor, joy & gratitude.

Series

Simpson Snail Sings

Puffin Easy-to-Read

1 book · Ages 5–8

Pigs to the Rescue

Cows to the Rescue

2 books · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Amanda and the Witch Switch

Amanda and the Witch Switch

Kind-hearted Amanda the witch grants a toad's wish to be just like her, only to realize that having two witches in the w

Cover of I'm Not Scared! A Book of Scary Poems

I'm Not Scared! A Book of Scary Poems

For children navigating common worries, these silly and slightly spooky poems turn scary things like dentists and monste

Cover of The Ups and Downs of Simpson Snail

By Age Range

Katie and the Puppy Next Door

Noisy Bug Sing-Along

Katie Loves the Kittens

Amanda and the Witch Switch

I'm Not Scared! A Book of Scary Poems

Common Themes

Animals Humor Joy & Gratitude Empathy & Kindness Nature & Outdoors Bugs & Insects Curiosity & Wonder Being Different

The Ups and Downs of Simpson Snail

John Himmelman

For the child learning that seeing things from a friend's point of view can change everything. These silly stories celeb

Ages 4–8

Cover of Noisy Frog Sing Along

Noisy Frog Sing Along

Listen to the distinct songs of various noisy frogs as they create a vibrant marshland chorus, all while one silent sala

Cover of Floaty

A lonely, grumpy man finds his life turned upside down when a mysterious basket containing a floating dog appears on his

Cover of Frog in a Bog

Hidden among the plants of a murky bog are frogs, bugs, and birds waiting to be found. Detailed scenes invite a second l

Simpson Snail Sings

Amanda and the Witch Switch

I'm Not Scared! A Book of Scary Poems

Simpson Snail Sings

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