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Books by Patricia MacLachlan | Wonderlit

Books by Patricia MacLachlan

46 books · Ages 0–12

Known for the Newbery Award Library and Sarah, Plain and Tall series, Patricia MacLachlan writes picture books and middle grade for ages 0–12, alongside 39 standalone books, exploring themes of love & family, family & siblings, nature & outdoors.

Series

Newbery Award Library II

Newbery Award Library

1 book · Ages 8–12

Sarah, Plain and Tall

Caleb's Story

Grandfather's Dance

Sarah, Plain and Tall

3 books · Ages 6–12

White Fur Flying

Canine Connection

1 book · Ages 8–12

Barkus

Barkus: Dog Dreams

2 books · Ages 5–8

Standalone Books

Cover of Cassie Binegar

Patricia MacLachlan

Living by the sea for the first time, Cassie searches for her own quiet corner while learning to navigate the inevitable

Cover of Mama One, Mama Two

Mama One, Mama Two

Patricia MacLachlan

A young child finds comfort and care with a foster family while waiting for her own mother to get well and bring her hom

Cover of The Facts and Fictions of Minna Pratt

The Facts and Fictions of Minna Pratt

Patricia MacLachlan

Eleven-year-old cellist Minna seeks her own artistic voice while balancing the influences of Mozart, her first boyfriend

Cover of Three Names

Patricia MacLachlan

A loyal dog with three different names accompanies a boy on his daily journey across the wide, open prairie to reach a t

Cover of All the Places to Love

All the Places to Love

Patricia MacLachlan

A poetic celebration of the places we love and the family stories that make them special, perfect for helping children f

Cover of The Sick Day

Patricia MacLachlan

When Emily wakes up with a stomach ache in her head, her father steps in to provide a day of cozy care and gentle comfor

Cover of Edward's Eyes

Patricia MacLachlan

A close-knit, music-loving family faces the sudden loss of young Edward, finding a profound sense of hope when his eyes

Cover of Seven Kisses in a Row

Seven Kisses in a Row

Patricia MacLachlan

For children navigating the disruption of a parent's business trip, this gentle story shows how routines can keep famili

Cover of The True Gift

Patricia MacLachlan

Christmas at the farm takes an unexpected turn when Liam decides a lonely white cow needs a friend more than he needs ho

Cover of Acting Out

Avi, Susan Cooper, Sharon Creech, Patricia MacLachlan, Katherine Paterson, Richard Peck

For the creative child who loves to perform, this collection of short plays by master storytellers provides easy-to-stag

Cover of Lala Salama: A Tanzanian Lullaby

Lala Salama: A Tanzanian Lullaby

Patricia MacLachlan

The gentle rhythm of life along Lake Tanganyika comes to life as a mother whispers the day's events to her sleepy baby.

Cover of Journey

Patricia MacLachlan

Searching through old photographs and torn memories, eleven-year-old Journey looks for the truth behind his mother's sud

Cover of Waiting for the Magic

Waiting for the Magic

Patricia MacLachlan

Separation feels a little easier when four dogs and a cat join the family to help fill the quiet house with life and mag

Cover of You Were the First

You Were the First

Patricia MacLachlan

Celebrate all the special milestones that belong only to a firstborn, from the very first tooth to being the one who tau

Cover of The Iridescence of Birds: A Book About Henri Matisse

The Iridescence of Birds: A Book About Henri Matisse

Patricia MacLachlan

Even in a dreary town, a young boy named Henri finds a world of vibrant color and light that will one day transform him

Cover of Someone Like Me

Someone Like Me

Patricia MacLachlan

A young girl who reads everywhere—even while crossing the street—shares the quiet, magical moments that transform a book

Cover of Just Dance

Patricia MacLachlan

Sylvie trades farm life for a summer as a town reporter, searching for big-city excitement among the small-town secrets

Cover of Little Robot Alone

Little Robot Alone

Patricia MacLachlan, Emily MacLachlan Charest

Life is a bit too quiet for Little Robot, so he decides to use his tools and resourceful thinking to build his very own

Cover of The Poet's Dog

Patricia MacLachlan

Gentle and lyrical, this story captures the deep bond between two children, a wise dog, and a poet as they help one anot

Cover of A Secret Shared

A Secret Shared

Patricia MacLachlan

When a secret DNA test suggests Birdy isn't related to her siblings, Nora and Ben must decide how to handle a truth that

Cover of Wondrous Rex

Patricia MacLachlan

Rex is no ordinary dog; he is a magical companion who helps a struggling writer find the beauty of words and the power o

Cover of Nora's Chicks

Patricia MacLachlan

For the child who feels like an outsider after a big move. Nora finds belonging and comfort on the lonely prairie throug

Cover of Painting the Game

Painting the Game

Patricia MacLachlan

Lucy practices her secret knuckleball at dawn, hoping to master the game she loves without living in the shadow of her p

Cover of My Father's Words

My Father's Words

Patricia MacLachlan

For the child navigating the sudden loss of a parent and seeking a way to keep their memory alive through stories and th

Cover of Arthur, for the Very First Time

Arthur, for the Very First Time

Patricia MacLachlan

Arthur's summer on an eccentric farm helps him trade his lists and rules for wonder and friendship.

Cover of Bittle

Patricia MacLachlan, Emily MacLachlan

For pets (or children) feeling a little pushed aside by a new baby. This sweet story shows how skepticism can turn into

Cover of Word After Word After Word

Word After Word After Word

Patricia MacLachlan

Five school friends discover how writing can help them process life changes.

Cover of Cat Talk

Patricia MacLachlan, Emily MacLachlan Charest

Romeo, Tuck, and a cast of independent felines share their secrets and stories through gentle free verse and expressive

Cover of Before You Came

Before You Came

Patricia MacLachlan, Emily MacLachlan Charest

For the child curious about their family's story, this lyrical book celebrates the love and anticipation that existed be

Cover of Snow Horses: A First Night Story

Snow Horses: A First Night Story

Patricia MacLachlan

For children processing the quiet passage of time and the beauty of shared traditions, this lyrical story celebrates com

Cover of Kindred Souls

Patricia MacLachlan

For children processing the decline of an elderly family member, this quiet story offers a path toward acceptance throug

Cover of Prairie Days

Patricia MacLachlan

For the child who thrives in the quiet beauty of the outdoors or feels a deep connection to the slow, golden rhythms of

Cover of Once I Ate a Pie

Once I Ate a Pie

Patricia MacLachlan, Emily MacLachlan Charest

For the dog lover who knows their pet has a big personality: a charming collection of poems exploring the inner lives an

Cover of Fly Away

Patricia MacLachlan

After a tragic accident, Amy moves to Canada and finds a new sense of purpose by rescuing a nest of abandoned goose eggs

Cover of The Moon's Almost Here

The Moon's Almost Here

Patricia MacLachlan

A soothing rhythmic experience for the child who needs help winding down at the end of a long day of play.

Cover of Dream Within a Dream

Dream Within a Dream

Patricia MacLachlan

For the child adjusting to life in a new home, this lyrical story celebrates the enduring bonds of family and the magic

Cover of When Grandfather Flew

When Grandfather Flew

Patricia MacLachlan

Soft watercolor scenes capture a shared love of birdwatching, helping a child find comfort and a sense of connection aft

Cover of Snowflakes Fall

Snowflakes Fall

Patricia MacLachlan

Like the quiet beauty of a winter storm, this gentle parable offers a sense of peace and remembrance following the event

Cover of Painting the Wind

Painting the Wind

Emily MacLachlan, Patricia MacLachlan

For the child who marvels at the changing sky and wants to express the big, invisible feelings of a stormy day through t

By Age Range

The Sick Day

Lala Salama: A Tanzanian Lullaby

You Were the First

Mama One, Mama Two

Three Names

All the Places to Love

Cassie Binegar

Mama One, Mama Two

The Facts and Fictions of Minna Pratt

Cassie Binegar

The Facts and Fictions of Minna Pratt

Newbery Award Library II

Common Themes

Love & Family Family & Siblings Nature & Outdoors Curiosity & Wonder Growing Up Joy & Gratitude Loneliness & Belonging Writing & Storytelling

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