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Books by Michael J. Rosen | Wonderlit

Books by Michael J. Rosen

17 books · Ages 4–12

Known for the Just So Stories and Michael J. Rosen's Animal Poems series, Michael J. Rosen writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 13 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, nature & outdoors, animals.

Series

How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck and Why Rhino is So Grumpy

Just So Stories

1 book · Ages 4–8

The Dog Who Walked with God

Michael J. Rosen's Animal Poems

1 book · Ages 5–9

Don't Shoot!

ChaseR

1 book · Ages 9–12

The Cuckoo's Haiku and Other Birding Poems

1 book · Ages 6–12

Standalone Books

Cover of Avalanche

Michael J. Rosen

A simple snowball toss triggers a wild, rhyming chain reaction that grows into a cosmic avalanche before swirling back t

Cover of With a Dog Like That, a Kid Like Me--

With a Dog Like That, a Kid Like Me--

Michael J. Rosen

To a boy with a big imagination, an ordinary dog transforms into a slippery seal at bath time and a stalking crocodile u

Cover of ChaseR: A Novel in E-mails

ChaseR: A Novel in E-mails

Michael J. Rosen

For the child adjusting to a big move who is struggling to stay connected with friends while finding their place in a qu

Cover of A Drive in the Country

A Drive in the Country

Michael J. Rosen

For the family seeking to slow down and find magic in the mundane, this evocative story celebrates the quiet joy of a sh

Cover of Chanukah Lights Everywhere

Chanukah Lights Everywhere

Michael J. Rosen

Intricate pop-up scenes follow the menorah’s light across history, from ancient temples to modern skyscrapers, celebrati

Cover of My Dog! A Kids' Guide to Keeping a Happy and Healthy Pet

My Dog! A Kids' Guide to Keeping a Happy and Healthy Pet

Michael J. Rosen

Every new owner can master the basics of training, health, and breed-specific traits to keep their four-legged friend wa

Cover of Night of the Pumpkinheads

Night of the Pumpkinheads

Michael J. Rosen

Pumpkins transform themselves into creepy monsters and march toward town, determined to make this the most terrifying Ha

Cover of Let's Build a Playground

Let's Build a Playground

Michael J. Rosen

For children who want to see the tangible results of teamwork and discover how their own big ideas can transform a neigh

Cover of The Tale of Rescue

The Tale of Rescue

Michael J. Rosen

For children who love stories of brave animals and the quiet power of the natural world, this lyrical tale explores the

Cover of A Ben of All Trades: The Most Inventive Boyhood of Benjamin Franklin

A Ben of All Trades: The Most Inventive Boyhood of Benjamin Franklin

Michael J. Rosen

For young innovators eager to discover how Benjamin Franklin's childhood curiosity sparked his incredible inventions, th

Cover of How to Spacewalk: Step-by-Step with Shuttle Astronauts

How to Spacewalk: Step-by-Step with Shuttle Astronauts

Kathryn Sullivan, Michael J. Rosen

For the child who dreams of the stars, this immersive guide takes you inside a real astronaut's boots to experience the

Cover of Elijah's Angel: A Story for Chanukah and Christmas

Elijah's Angel: A Story for Chanukah and Christmas

Michael J. Rosen

For the child navigating the beauty and confusion of different holiday traditions within their community while learning

Cover of The Hound Dog's Haiku

The Hound Dog's Haiku

Michael J. Rosen

Short, elegant poems and bold woodcut art celebrate the distinct spirits of pugs, poodles, and beagles.

By Age Range

How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck and Why Rhino is So Grumpy

The Dog Who Walked with God

Avalanche

How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck and Why Rhino is So Grumpy

The Dog Who Walked with God

Avalanche

ChaseR: A Novel in E-mails

Don't Shoot!

The Cuckoo's Haiku and Other Birding Poems

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder Nature & Outdoors Animals Dogs Art & Creativity Friendship & Loyalty Empathy & Kindness Creativity & Imagination

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