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Books by Philip C. Stead | Wonderlit

Books by Philip C. Stead

14 books · Ages 2–14

Known for the Amos McGee and Sadie and Sherman series, Philip C. Stead writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 2–14, alongside 7 standalone books, exploring themes of animals, empathy & kindness, friendship & loyalty.

Series

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Amos McGee Misses the Bus

A Snow Day for Amos McGee

3 books · Ages 2–7

Special Delivery

The Only Fish in the Sea

Sadie and Sherman

2 books · Ages 4–8

A Home for Bird

Standalone Books

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Creamed Tuna Fish and Peas on Toast

Philip C. Stead

For children dealing with a family member's dramatic moods or those who struggle with mealtime preferences, this silly s

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Jonathan and the Big Blue Boat

Philip C. Stead

After his parents trade his beloved bear for a toaster, Jonathan sets sail on a big blue boat to track down his favorite

Cover of All the Animals Where I Live

By Age Range

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Amos McGee Misses the Bus

A Snow Day for Amos McGee

Creamed Tuna Fish and Peas on Toast

A Sick Day for Amos McGee

Common Themes

Animals Empathy & Kindness Friendship & Loyalty Friendship & Social Making Friends Nature & Outdoors Humor Curiosity & Wonder

Vernon Is on His Way

Vernon the Toad

2 books · Ages 4–14

All the Animals Where I Live

Philip C. Stead

Step away from the noisy city buses and into a quiet country home where every animal neighbor, from large to small, is j

Ages 4–8

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Every Dog in the Neighborhood

Philip C. Stead

For the child who asks a million questions about the world around them, this book celebrates the joy of connecting with

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The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine

Mark Twain, Philip C. Stead

For the child who loves the magic of 'what if' and enjoys stories that feel like a secret conversation with a legendary

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Music for Mister Moon

Philip C. Stead

For the child who prefers the quiet safety of their room to a crowded stage, this gentle story honors the courage it tak

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The North Wind & the Sun

Philip C. Stead

For the child who needs to learn that kindness and warmth often achieve more than force and bluster.

Jonathan and the Big Blue Boat

Creamed Tuna Fish and Peas on Toast

Jonathan and the Big Blue Boat

Special Delivery

A Home for Bird

The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine

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Just Beyond the Very, Very Far North

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Trixie and Jinx

Riddle Me, Riddle Me, Ree

Riddle Me, Riddle Me, Ree

The Snow Dance

Herbie Jones and Hamburger Head

Herbie Jones and Hamburger Head