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Books by Jonathan London | Wonderlit

Books by Jonathan London

51 books · Ages 2–10

Known for the Froggy and Shawn and Keeper series, Jonathan London writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–10, alongside 23 standalone books, exploring themes of animals, nature & outdoors, love & family.

Series

Froggy Gets Dressed

Let's Go, Froggy!

Froggy Learns to Swim

25 books · Ages 2–7

Show-and-Tell

Shawn and Keeper

1 book · Ages 5–8

Do Your ABC's, Little Brown Bear

Little Brown Bear

1 book · Ages 2–5

Little Pinto of Mustang Canyon

1 book · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books

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Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

Joseph Bruchac, Jonathan London

For the child curious about the rhythms of nature and the stories behind the changing seasons, as told through the indig

Cover of Hip Cat

Jonathan London

Follow one cool cat on a big city journey to the San Francisco jazz scene as he chases his musical dreams with rhythm an

Cover of Liplap's Wish

Jonathan London

While building a rabbit out of snow, little Liplap wishes his late grandmother could be there to see his winter creation

Cover of Gray Fox

Jonathan London

A young boy witnesses the end of a wild fox's journey and finds comfort in the quiet, healing cycles of the natural worl

Cover of The Owl Who Became the Moon

The Owl Who Became the Moon

Jonathan London

Peer through a train window at night to see owls, bears, and other forest creatures tucked into their moonlit homes.

Cover of Fire Race: A Karuk Coyote Tale of How Fire Came to the People

Fire Race: A Karuk Coyote Tale of How Fire Came to the People

Jonathan London

Wise Old Coyote leads a daring animal relay to steal fire from the wicked Yellow Jacket sisters in this Karuk teaching t

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At the Edge of the Forest

Jonathan London

When a family of coyotes settles near their farm, a boy and his father must find a way to protect their sheep while resp

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Honey Paw and Lightfoot

Jonathan London

Deep in a winter den, a brown bear cub is born. Follow his first lessons in survival as Honey Paw guides him through the

Cover of What Newt Could Do for Turtle

What Newt Could Do for Turtle

Jonathan London

For the child learning that friendship is about showing up for others. A gentle story about helping a friend and discove

Cover of Red Wolf Country

Red Wolf Country

Jonathan London

For the child captivated by the wild, this lyrical look at an endangered species explores the cycles of survival, family

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Where the Big Fish Are

Jonathan London

Two determined boys refuse to give up on their dream of building a raft to reach the deep water, even after a fierce sto

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Crocodile: Disappearing Dragon

Jonathan London

A mother crocodile faces the dangers of the mangrove swamp as she protects her nest from hunters and helps her tiny babi

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Jonathan London

The world transforms under the moonlight as a girl and her father drift across a quiet lake to watch loons and other ani

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The Eyes of Gray Wolf

Jonathan London

The cold northern night is silent until a restless gray wolf meets a mysterious white wolf, ending his solitude beneath

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Hippos Are Huge!

Jonathan London

Hippos are much more than just large; they possess incredible speed and strength that make them one of the most powerful

Cover of Otters Love to Play

Otters Love to Play

Jonathan London

Watch baby river otters tumble out of their den to slide down mudbanks, splash in the water, and play their way through

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Little Fox in the Snow

Jonathan London

A fiery red fox leaves its burrow to investigate a stark white winter world in this lyrical tale of hunger and curiosity

Cover of Like Butter on Pancakes

Like Butter on Pancakes

Jonathan London

For the child who needs a soft landing at the start or end of a busy day. This rhythmic sensory journey celebrates the c

Cover of Ice Bear and Little Fox

Ice Bear and Little Fox

Jonathan London

For the child who is mesmerized by the natural world and the quiet, persevering spirit of wild animals surviving in the

Cover of Sun Dance, Water Dance

Sun Dance, Water Dance

Jonathan London

For the child who revels in the magic of long summer days and the sensory joy of playing in the water. A rhythmic celebr

Cover of Gone Again Ptarmigan

Gone Again Ptarmigan

Jonathan London

For the child who marvels at how animals hide in plain sight, this story explores the magic of adaptation and the rhythm

Cover of Wiggle Waggle

Jonathan London

Waddle, hop, and strut along with this rhythmic look at how different animals move their bodies through the world.

Cover of Park Beat: Rhymin' Through the Seasons

Park Beat: Rhymin' Through the Seasons

Jonathan London

For children who love the energy of the outdoors, this rhythmic journey captures the joy of play through the changing co

By Age Range

Let's Go, Froggy!

Froggy Learns to Swim

Froggy Gets Dressed

Let's Go, Froggy!

Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

Hip Cat

Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back

Hip Cat

Liplap's Wish

Common Themes

Animals Nature & Outdoors Love & Family Humor Joy & Gratitude Curiosity & Wonder Resilience & Perseverance Family & Siblings

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Rama, the Gypsy Cat

Rama, the Gypsy Cat

Ronnie & Connie Go To The Zoo

Ronnie & Connie Go To The Zoo

My Portuguese Alphabet

Marilyn Trueluck

My Portuguese Alphabet

Tell Me the Day Backwards

Tell Me the Day Backwards

I, Trixie Who is Dog

I, Trixie Who is Dog