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Books by Mercer Mayer | Wonderlit

Books by Mercer Mayer

32 books · Ages 2–9

Known for the There's Something in My Room and A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog series, Mercer Mayer writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–9, alongside 6 standalone books, exploring themes of humor, becoming a big kid, animals.

Series

There's a Nightmare in My Closet

There's Something in My Attic

There Are Monsters Everywhere

There's Something in My Room

3 books · Ages 3–7

A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog

Frog, Where Are You?

A Boy, a Dog, a Frog, and a Friend

A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog

5 books · Ages 2–7

First Day of School

Merry Christmas, Little Critter!

Merry Christmas, Mom and Dad

16 books · Ages 2–7

Zoomer Builds a Racing Car

1 book · Ages 2–5

Little Monster at School

1 book · Ages 3–7

Standalone Books (Ages 0–3)

Cover of The Great Cat Chase

The Great Cat Chase

Three children scramble through a chaotic and silly pursuit when an escaped cat leads them on a wild chase.

Cover of Terrible Troll

A young boy travels back a thousand years in his mind to serve as a brave squire fighting off fierce dragons and terribl

Cover of The Night Before Christmas

The Night Before Christmas

For the child eagerly counting down the days until Santa arrives, this classic poem is reimagined with cozy, detailed an

Cover of What Do You Do With a Kangaroo?

What Do You Do With a Kangaroo?

For the child who is finding their voice and learning to stand their ground when things feel out of control.

Cover of Too Many Dinosaurs

Too Many Dinosaurs

For the child whose imagination turns a simple wish into a wild adventure. Perfect for navigating the gap between what w

By Age Range

There's a Nightmare in My Closet

Frog, Where Are You?

The Great Cat Chase

There's a Nightmare in My Closet

Frog, Where Are You?

The Great Cat Chase

Liza Lou and the Yeller Belly Swamp

Common Themes

Humor Becoming a Big Kid Animals Family & Siblings Love & Family Curiosity & Wonder Joy & Gratitude Fear & Bravery

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Time Twisters: Abigail Adams, Pirate of the Caribbean and Amelia Earhart and the Flying Chariot

Time Twisters: Abigail Adams, Pirate of the Caribbean and Amelia Earhart and the Flying Chariot

Max and the Won't Go to Bed Show

Max and the Won't Go to Bed Show

Hello, Tobi!

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