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Books by Richard Scarry | Wonderlit

Books by Richard Scarry

11 books · Ages 0–8

Known for the Richard Scarry's World series, Richard Scarry writes picture books and middle grade for ages 0–8, alongside 8 standalone books, exploring themes of animals, vehicles & machines, curiosity & wonder.

Series

Cars and Trucks and Things That Go

Best Word Book Ever

The Night Before the Night Before Christmas

Richard Scarry's World

3 books · Ages 2–7

Standalone Books

Cover of What Do People Do All Day?

What Do People Do All Day?

Step into Busytown to see how firefighters, grocers, pilots, and even children work together to keep their bustling comm

Cover of Early Words

For the curious toddler discovering the world around them. This classic helps tiny explorers name the familiar objects t

Cover of Great Big Schoolhouse

Great Big Schoolhouse

By Age Range

What Do People Do All Day?

The Night Before the Night Before Christmas

Early Words

What Do People Do All Day?

The Night Before the Night Before Christmas

Common Themes

Animals Vehicles & Machines Curiosity & Wonder Humor Becoming a Big Kid Joy & Gratitude Math & Numbers Letters & Reading

For the child feeling nervous about their first day or curious about what happens behind classroom doors, this cozy guid

Ages 3–7

Cover of The Great Steamboat Mystery

The Great Steamboat Mystery

Two master detectives are on the hunt for a pair of notorious jewel thieves hiding among the guests at a crowded steambo

Cover of Richard Scarry's Best Storybook Ever!

Richard Scarry's Best Storybook Ever!

For the curious toddler eager to understand how the world works, from what people do at work to how bread is made and ho

Cover of Richard Scarry's Please and Thank You Book

Richard Scarry's Please and Thank You Book

For the child learning to navigate the world with kindness, this classic guide uses the playful citizens of Busytown to

Cover of Richard Scarry's Bunnies

Richard Scarry's Bunnies

For the toddler who loves spotting every tiny detail in the world around them. This sweet board book introduces everyday

Cover of Richard Scarry's Things to Know

Richard Scarry's Things to Know

For the curious toddler eager to name everything they see. This cozy collection uses friendly animals to introduce basic

Early Words

The Great Steamboat Mystery

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How Your Body Works

How Your Body Works

Monkey Pop-Ups A Book of Colors

Bernice Chardiet

Monkey Pop-Ups A Book of Colors

B Is for Becca: An ABC Book

B Is for Becca: An ABC Book

Time Twisters: Abigail Adams, Pirate of the Caribbean and Amelia Earhart and the Flying Chariot

Time Twisters: Abigail Adams, Pirate of the Caribbean and Amelia Earhart and the Flying Chariot

1-10 Counting Book With Vintage Picture Animal Farm

1-10 Counting Book With Vintage Picture Animal Farm