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Books by Tomie dePaola | Wonderlit

Books by Tomie dePaola

93 books · Ages 0–12

Known for the Strega Nona and Mother Goose series, Tomie dePaola writes picture books and middle grade for ages 0–12, alongside 53 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, history, art & creativity.

Series

Strega Nona

Big Anthony and the Magic Ring

Strega Nona's Magic Lessons

10 books · Ages 4–8

Tomie dePaola's Mother Goose

Mother Goose

1 book · Ages 0–6

The Missing Dinosaur

Katie, Kit, & Cousin Tom

2 books · Ages 3–8

My First Passover

My First Holiday

1 book · Ages 0–4

My First Thanksgiving

My First Christmas Carols

2 books · Ages 0–3

Kit and Kat

Boss for a Day

A New Barker in the House

5 books · Ages 4–8

Bill and Pete

Bill and Pete Go Down the Nile

Bill and Pete to the Rescue

3 books · Ages 4–8

26 Fairmount Avenue

The Baby Sister

Here We All Are

26 Fairmount Avenue

10 books · Ages 4–12

Marcos Counts One, Two, Three

The Barker Twins

1 book · Ages 0–4

The Miracles of Jesus

1 book · Ages 4–8

My First Halloween

My First Holidays

1 book · Ages 0–3

When Andy Met Sandy

Andy & Sandy's Anything Adventure

2 books · Ages 3–6

Stagestruck

Barkley's School for Dogs

1 book · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books

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Oliver Button Is a Sissy

Oliver Button stays true to himself and his love of dancing, proving that his classmates' unkind names cannot stop him f

Cover of Pancakes for Breakfast

Pancakes for Breakfast

A little old lady just wants a hot breakfast, but missing ingredients and meddling pets turn her kitchen into a site of

Cover of When Everyone Was Fast Asleep

When Everyone Was Fast Asleep

A mysterious cat sent by the Fog Maiden whisks two sleeping children away to a magical evening at a grand palace ball.

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The Knight and the Dragon

A knight who has never fought and a dragon who has never breathed fire both try their best to prepare for a battle they

Cover of The Friendly Beasts: An Old English Christmas Carol

The Friendly Beasts: An Old English Christmas Carol

In this gentle Old English carol, the animals of the stable take turns sharing the special gifts they brought for the ne

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The Legend of the Bluebonnet

This beloved Comanche legend tells the story of a young girl whose selfless act brought the beautiful bluebonnets to the

Cover of Tomie DePaola's Country Farm

Tomie DePaola's Country Farm

For the curious toddler discovering the wider world, this gentle introduction uses folk-art illustrations to name the an

Cover of Queen Esther

In the ancient kingdom of Persia, a brave young queen takes a terrifying risk to save her people from a deadly plot.

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The Teeny-Tiny Woman

A teeny-tiny woman finds a teeny-tiny bone in a churchyard and takes it home, only to hear a teeny-tiny voice asking for

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Michael Bird-Boy

Michael Bird-Boy loves his quiet countryside and sets out on a determined journey to uncover what is causing a mysteriou

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The Mysterious Giant of Barletta

A massive stone statue comes to life to protect Barletta from an approaching army, using a clever trick to save the town

Cover of The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

Little Gopher follows a powerful Dream-Vision to become an artist for his people, eventually capturing the very colors o

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Tommy loves drawing his own way at home, but school art class has strict rules and only one piece of paper. He must find

Cover of Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland

Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland

Ancient legends and historical facts come together to tell the story of the man behind the shamrocks and snakes in this

Cover of The Legend of the Poinsettia

The Legend of the Poinsettia

A young girl named Lucida fears she has no gift for the Christmas procession until a miraculous bloom transforms her hum

Cover of Tomie DePaola's Book of the Old Testament New International Version

Tomie DePaola's Book of the Old Testament New International Version

For the family seeking a child friendly introduction to scripture, these classic retellings pair sacred stories with war

Cover of The Clown of God

The Clown of God

Colorful Italian Renaissance illustrations bring to life this old French legend about a humble juggler offering his only

Cover of Tony's Bread

A humble baker and a determined nobleman team up in the city of Milano to create a legendary, unique loaf of bread that

Cover of Andy (That's My Name)

Andy (That's My Name)

Andy uses the letters in his own name to build a whole collection of new words with his friends in this playful introduc

Cover of Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs

Nana Upstairs & Nana Downstairs

Tommy cherishes his visits to his grandmother and great-grandmother, until he must find a way to say a difficult goodbye

Cover of Tomie's Little Christmas Pageant

Tomie's Little Christmas Pageant

Excitement builds in the classroom as Tomie and his friends prepare their costumes and lines for a special play about th

Cover of The Night of Las Posadas

The Night of Las Posadas

When the actors for Mary and Joseph are delayed on a snowy night in Santa Fe, two mysterious strangers appear to ensure

Cover of Quicksand Book, The

Quicksand Book, The

While a girl sinks deeper into a pit, a boy gives a detailed lecture on the science, location, and survival of quicksand

Cover of Pascual and the Kitchen Angels

Pascual and the Kitchen Angels

Kitchen duty becomes a heavenly experience for young Pascual when a group of angels steps in to help him cook for the Fr

Cover of Guess Who's Coming to Santa's for Dinner?

Guess Who's Coming to Santa's for Dinner?

A pet polar bear and a flaming plum pudding are just the start of the chaos when Santa's extended family arrives for a s

Cover of Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story

Adelita: A Mexican Cinderella Story

Adelita endures the cruelty of her stepfamily after her parents pass away, holding onto hope for a grand fiesta and a ch

Cover of Days of the Blackbird

Days of the Blackbird

A pure white bird named La Colomba braves the biting mountain cold to bring a healing song to a gravely ill duke in this

Cover of Now One Foot, Now the Other

Now One Foot, Now the Other

For children navigating the confusion of a grandparent's health crisis. A gentle story about how love and patience can c

Cover of Tomie DePaola's Front Porch Tales & North Country Whoppers

Tomie DePaola's Front Porch Tales & North Country Whoppers

For the child who loves a good joke or a tall tale, this collection of New Hampshire stories celebrates the humor found

Cover of Mr. Satie and the Great Art Contest

Mr. Satie and the Great Art Contest

Uncle Satie uses his best diplomatic skills to step between two feuding Parisian artists and help them find common groun

Cover of The Song of Francis

The Song of Francis

Francis is so overflowing with love that his joyful songs draw birds of every color to join him in a beautiful chorus of

Cover of Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato

Jamie O'Rourke and the Big Potato

Ireland's laziest man thinks he has it made when he catches a leprechaun, but a single potato seed leads to a very big a

Cover of My First Mother Goose

My First Mother Goose

Classic characters like Humpty Dumpty and Little Miss Muffet come to life on sturdy pages filled with warm, colorful ill

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The Birds of Bethlehem

Gather with the colorful birds of Bethlehem as they chirp about the amazing things they see, from the long lines of trav

Cover of My Mother Is So Smart

My Mother Is So Smart

A celebration of a mother's diverse talents for any child who views their parent as a superhero, from fixing things at h

Cover of Christopher: The Holy Giant

Christopher: The Holy Giant

A giant named Reprobus seeks the world's most powerful ruler and finds his true purpose one stormy night while carrying

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The Kids' Cat Book

For children preparing to welcome a new kitten or those fascinated by feline history, this book blends sweet storytellin

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Young Jack sets out on a journey to see the king and builds a parade of animal friends along the way in this rhythmic fo

Cover of Charlie Needs a Cloak

Charlie Needs a Cloak

Watch a shepherd patiently transform raw wool into a bright red cloak through the rhythmic steps of shearing, spinning,

Cover of Let the Whole Earth Sing Praise

Let the Whole Earth Sing Praise

For families looking to instill a sense of wonder and thankfulness, this gentle prayer celebrates the connection between

Cover of Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland

Patrick: Patron Saint of Ireland

Introduce your little one to the man behind the holiday with this gentle, legendary tale of bravery and faith in ancient

Cover of The Cat on the Dovrefell

The Cat on the Dovrefell

A traveler and his polar bear arrive just in time to help Halvor scare away the pesky trolls that crash his family's Chr

Cover of The Legend of Old Befana

The Legend of Old Befana

Busy chores once kept Old Befana from joining the Three Kings, but now she travels the world every January to leave spec

Cover of Cloud Book, The

Cloud Book, The

For the child who constantly looks up and asks why. This classic guide turns the sky into a storyteller by explaining th

Cover of The Prince of the Dolomites

The Prince of the Dolomites

The black peaks of the Dolomites transform into a shimmer of blue, pink, and gold through the magical love between Princ

Cover of In a Small Kingdom

In a Small Kingdom

A young prince inherits a magnificent Imperial Robe and a heavy responsibility when a bell tolls to announce the passing

Cover of Jamie O'Rourke and the Pooka

Jamie O'Rourke and the Pooka

Amusing illustrations bring this Irish folktale to life as the notoriously lazy Jamie O'Rourke encounters a magical and

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Jingle the Christmas Clown

When a circus moves on, a young clown and a troupe of baby animals stay behind to perform a heartfelt Christmas Eve show

Cover of Fin M'Coul: The Giant of Knockmany Hill

Fin M'Coul: The Giant of Knockmany Hill

Irish giant Fin M'Coul and his clever wife team up to outsmart his powerful rival, Cucullin, using wit and trickery inst

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Fight the Night

Determined to stop the night from ending his fun, a young boy stages a rebellion by hiding out under the covers at the v

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Lady of Guadalupe, The

For the child seeking to understand the power of humble faith and the origins of a beloved cultural icon, this classic r

Cover of The Popcorn Book

The Popcorn Book

Steam and kernels fly in this look at the history of a favorite snack, complete with two recipes for your own kitchen.

Cover of Legend of the Poinsettia (La leyenda de la flor de nochebuena)

Legend of the Poinsettia (La leyenda de la flor de nochebuena)

Young Lucida fears her humble gift for the altar isn't enough until a Christmas miracle transforms weeds into brilliant

By Age Range

Pancakes for Breakfast

The Friendly Beasts: An Old English Christmas Carol

Tomie DePaola's Country Farm

Oliver Button Is a Sissy

Pancakes for Breakfast

When Everyone Was Fast Asleep

Oliver Button Is a Sissy

When Everyone Was Fast Asleep

Big Anthony and the Magic Ring

Christmas Remembered

Common Themes

Curiosity & Wonder History Art & Creativity Love & Family Joy & Gratitude Fairy Tales & Mythology Celebrating Heritage Humor

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