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Books by Kevin Henkes | Wonderlit

Books by Kevin Henkes

52 books · Ages 0–14

Known for the Margaret & Taylor and Bailey series, Kevin Henkes writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 0–14, alongside 30 standalone books, exploring themes of love & family, joy & gratitude, animals.

Series

Margaret & Taylor

Margaret & Taylor

1 book · Ages 6–9

Bailey Goes Camping

1 book · Ages 3–6

A Weekend with Wendell

Jessica

Wemberly Worried

Kevin Henkes' Mice

3 books · Ages 3–8

Chester's Way

Julius, the Baby of the World

Owen

Kevin Henkes Mice

5 books · Ages 1–8

Sheila Rae, the Brave

Sheila Rae's Peppermint Stick

2 books · Ages 2–8

Wemberly's Ice-Cream Star

1 book · Ages 2–5

Penny and Her Song

Penny and Her Doll

Penny and Her Marble

4 books · Ages 4–8

The Year of Billy Miller

Billy Miller Makes a Wish

2 books · Ages 7–10

Summer Song

1 book · Ages 2–6

Still Sal

The Miller Family

1 book · Ages 6–9

Poppy

Miller Family Stories

1 book · Ages 8–12

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Grandpa & Bo

Bo heads to the countryside for a peaceful summer of bonding and quiet adventures with his grandfather.

Cover of Words of Stone

Quiet ten-year-old Blaze lives with deep fears and grief until he meets the boisterous Joselle, whose friendship begins

Cover of Good-bye, Curtis

Good-bye, Curtis

The whole neighborhood gathers to say a fond farewell to Curtis the mailman as he walks his familiar route for the very

Cover of Protecting Marie

Protecting Marie

For the child navigating the unpredictable moods of a parent while trying to protect their heart and a new pet.

Cover of Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

Lilly is so excited to show off her new purple purse that she forgets to listen to her teacher, leading to a day full of

Cover of The Birthday Room

The Birthday Room

Ben finds peace in his sketchpad while navigating a tense summer trip to Oregon, where he must bridge the gap between hi

Cover of Olive's Ocean

Twelve-year-old Martha spends a transformative summer at her grandmother’s cottage, processing a classmate's death while

Cover of The Zebra Wall

Ten-year-old Adine must learn to share her space and her life when a new baby and a very eccentric aunt arrive to shake

Cover of Bird Lake Moon

For the child navigating the quiet, heavy changes of a family transition. This gentle story explores how two boys heal f

Cover of The World and Everything in it

The World and Everything in it

From the smallest pebble to the widest horizon, this gentle story celebrates the wonder found in every corner of our sur

Cover of When Spring Comes

When Spring Comes

For the child eagerly awaiting the first sign of a flower or the end of a long winter, this book captures the quiet magi

Cover of Finding Things

Follow the quiet joy of a daily walk where stones, leaves, and other small treasures become magical discoveries to bring

Cover of Sweeping Up the Heart

Sweeping Up the Heart

For the young reader navigating the quiet, heavy ache of loss and the challenge of connecting with a grieving parent.

Cover of Junonia

For the child who feels the bittersweet shift of growing up and the quiet realization that people and places don't alway

By Age Range

Clean Enough

Bailey Goes Camping

Once Around the Block

Clean Enough

Margaret & Taylor

Bailey Goes Camping

Margaret & Taylor

A Weekend with Wendell

Grandpa & Bo

Words of Stone

Protecting Marie

The Birthday Room

Common Themes

Love & Family Joy & Gratitude Animals Family & Siblings Nature & Outdoors Becoming a Big Kid Curiosity & Wonder Art & Creativity

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