Books by Nancy White Carlstrom

Nancy White Carlstrom writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–8, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, joy & gratitude, nature & outdoors.

Standalone Books

Goodbye, Geese

Nancy White Carlstrom

Soft words and gentle imagery fill the air as a father explains the quiet approach of winter and the departure of the ge

Ages 3–7

Swim the Silver Sea, Joshie Otter

Nancy White Carlstrom

After wandering too far into the silver sea when no one would play, Joshie the sea otter hears his mother’s powerful son

Ages 3–7

Midnight Dance of the Snowshoe Hare: Poems of Alaska

Nancy White Carlstrom

The brief, vibrant changes of the Alaskan seasons come to life through lyric poems that capture the wildlife and light o

Ages 4–8

Who Said Boo? Halloween Poems for the Very Young

Nancy White Carlstrom

Playful monsters, glowing jack-o-lanterns, and friendly witches come to life in this rhythmic collection of gentle holid

Ages 2–5

Giggle-Wiggle Wake-Up

Nancy White Carlstrom

For families needing a gentle, playful nudge to start the day. This book celebrates morning routines with warmth and joy

Ages 2–5

It Was a Dark, Dark Night

Nancy White Carlstrom

For the child who hears every creak and bump when the sun goes down. A nervous frog discovers that nighttime shadows are

Ages 4–7

Counting Winter

Nancy White Carlstrom

For the child who loves to explore the quiet wonders of a snowy day, this rhythmic counting journey celebrates the beaut

Ages 3–7

Let's Count It Out, Jesse Bear

Nancy White Carlstrom

Bright watercolor scenes follow Jesse Bear through rhyming verses that invite counting from one to twenty during his bus

Ages 2–5

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

6 books

Ages 4–7

8 books