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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 (Ages 0–3)

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 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 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 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 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.

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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Gammysaurus and Me

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Spot's First Easter

Who Loves Bo

Who Loves Mee Art

Maisy Loves You

Maisy Loves You

Dream

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