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  • Bibliography:
    125 Books (9 Series)
  • First Book:
    October 1999
  • Latest Book:
    August 2021
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Full Series List in Order

Buzz Beaker

Buzz Beaker and the Cave Creatures (Aug-2010)
Buzz Beaker and the Outer Space Trip (Aug-2010)
Buzz Beaker and the Putt-Putt Contest (Aug-2010)
Buzz Beaker and the Speed Secret (Aug-2010)
Buzz Beaker and the Cool Caps (Jan-2011)
Buzz Beaker and the Growing Goo (Jan-2011)
Buzz Beaker and the Race to School (Jan-2011)
Buzz Beaker and the Super Fast Car (Jan-2011)

Egyptian Myths

1 - Isis and Osiris (Jan-2012)
2 - Isis and the Seven Scorpions (Jan-2012)
3 - The Prince and the Sphinx (Jan-2012)
4 - The Search for the Book of Thoth (Jan-2012)

Fairy Hill

1 - Ruby and the Magic Garden (Nov-2017)
2 - Luna and the Lost Shell (Nov-2017)

Flash Forward Fairy Tales

1 - Cinderella in the City (Aug-2014)
2 - Snow White and the Seven Dogs (Sep-2014)

Monster Friends

1 - Moopy, the Underground Monster (Aug-2009)
2 - Ora the Sea Monster (Aug-2009)
3 - Snorp, the City Monster (Aug-2009)
4 - Three Claws, the Mountain Monster (Aug-2009)
5 - Moopy on the Beach (Jan-2010)
6 - Ora at the Monster Contest (Jan-2010)
7 - Snorp on the Slopes (Jan-2010)
8 - Three Claws in the City (Jan-2010)

Moopy

Moopy, the Underground Monster (Aug-2009)
Moopy on the Beach (Jan-2010)

Ocean Tales

1 - The Brave Puffer Fish (Aug-2011)
2 - The Hiding Eel (Aug-2011)
3 - The Shivery Shark (Aug-2011)
4 - The Fancy Octopus (Aug-2011)
5 - The Clever Dolphin (Aug-2012)
6 - The Grumpy Lobster (Aug-2012)
7 - The Lucky Manatee (Aug-2012)
8 - The Stranded Orca (Aug-2012)

Three Horses

1 - Clover Fields Fiasco (Sep-2018)
2 - Roller Coaster Ride (Sep-2018)
3 - Seaside Escape (Sep-2018)
4 - Movie Madness (Sep-2018)

Tiny

1 - Tiny Goes Back to School (Jul-2014)
2 - Hi-Ho, Tiny! (Aug-2015)
3 - Tiny Saves the Day (Mar-2016)
4 - Tiny Goes to the Movies (Jul-2016)
When Tiny Was Tiny (Oct-1999)
Tiny Goes to the Library (Aug-2000)
Tiny the Snow Dog (Oct-2001)
Tiny Goes Camping (May-2006)
Tiny on the Farm (May-2008)
Tiny the Birthday Dog (May-2013)

Multi-Author Series List

Kids' Sports Stories

Cheers for Gymnastics (Feb-2020)
Field Day Rules! (Feb-2021)
Figure Skating Fears (Aug-2021)
Futsal Teamwork (Aug-2021)
Horse Show Switch (Aug-2021)

Rio

Off and Flying (Feb-2014)
Untamed Talent (Feb-2014)

Book List in Order: 125 titles



  • When Tiny was a puppy, he fit inside a shoe. He fit in a bag, and he even fit in a pocket. Then Tiny grew, and now he is too big for his doghouse. He is too big to lick his friend's face--yuck! Young readers will enjoy this sweet, funny story about a...





  • A fun and engaging way for young children to figure out concepts and solving problems on his or her own.

    Rookie Readers (Ages 5-7) have provided entertaining, high-quality introductions to reading for more than a generation. Each title...



  • Tiny likes to go places with his best friend. But when they go to the library, Tiny has to wait outside. Soon it's time to bring the books home. Tiny is a very big help! Not since Clifford has a big dog been so appealing!...




  • Rookie Readers RM have provided entertaining, high-quality introductions to reading for more than a generation. Each title features full-color, often hilarious illustrations and engaging stories that always involve a young child figuring out concepts...



  • Tiny and his best friend love winter. And the best thing about winter is playing in the snow! Tiny's friend throws a snowball, and Tiny runs to catch it. Tiny runs and runs until his friend can't see him anymore. Where is Tiny? He is missing! And wha...



  • A fun and engaging way for young children to figure out concepts and solving problems on his or her own.Rookie Readers (Ages 5-7) have provided entertaining, high-quality introductions to reading for more than a generation. Each title features full-c...








  • Despite the fact that they don't always agree on everything, best friends Skinny and Fats work things through and keep their friendship moving right along, in a simple tale about friendship for beginning readers....



  • All Rookie Readers actively engage young readers, encouraging language development, building fluency, and promoting independent reading. By targeting a skill, like learning about rhymes, young readers are building fundamental reading skills with the ...





  • Meet Jack! Taking care of a pony is fun, but it’s a lot of work, too. Readers can follow along as Lacy grooms her pony, Jack -- from brushing his coat and tail to cleaning his hooves. This simple story with irresistible illustrations showing lots o...



  • It’s lesson-time for Lacy and her lovable pony, Jack. They practice their posting trot, the bumpy sitting trot, and Lacy’s favorite -- the canter.This series features simple stories with playful illustrations, which capture the charming connectio...



  • This Level 1 Easy-to-Read -- the third book in the My Pony Jack series -- features short, easy sentences, lots of visual clues, and a glossary of pony terms.Lacy and her pony, Jack, are competing in a horse show. Lacy gets Jack ready by braiding his ...



  • Tiny and his friend are going camping! First, they gather supplies, then they venture into the great outdoors (a safe backyard) to set up camp and play games. Together they sing songs, chase frogs, and capture fireflies. But when it’s bedtime, they...



  • Tiny makes a giant discovery in his first picture book.

    Tiny, the lovable giant dog, is starring in his very first picture book! Tiny and Eliot are visiting Uncle John?s farm, and they plan to help with chores. But Uncle John?s cat and her new kit...













  • My First Graphic Novel These books are the perfect introduction to the world of safe, appealing graphic novels. Each story uses familiar topics, repeating patterns, and core vocabulary words appropriate for a beginning reader. Combine the entertaini...



  • These books are the perfect introduction to the world of safe, appealing graphic novels. Each story uses familiar topics, repeating patterns, and core vocabulary words appropriate for a beginning reader. Combine the entertaining story with comic book...



  • My First Graphic Novel These books are the perfect introduction to the world of safe, appealing graphic novels. Each story uses familiar topics, repeating patterns, and core vocabulary words appropriate for a beginning reader. Combine the entertaini...



  • Moopy lives alone in her underground home. She doesn't have any friends. She does what she wants when she wants. Then a surprise visitor arrives. Maybe it's time for Moopy to change her unfriendly ways....




  • Snorp loves his big-city life. He loves his job. He loves his friends. However, Snorp does NOT love his extra long tongue. It's always in the way. Hopefully his cousin Barker will have a solution for Snorp's big problem....






  • Three Claws loves living in the quiet mountain village. He also loves eating rotten fish, so he always has really bad breath! The other mountain monsters don't know what to do with him. Will Three Claws be forced to leave the village?...



  • Juan and Anna are flying to Mexico to visit their grandma. From the airport to the clouds, Juan and Anna are ready to take off on a fun flight. ...



  • Ben lost something that belongs to his sister, and he has to find it. He is scared, but it doesn't matter. Ben has to be brave. He has to go into the attic. ...



  • This is it! Jacob finally gets to ride in a dump truck with his uncle. Jacob is ready to dig up some action at the pit mine. ...



  • All aboard! Hannah and Will are on their first train trip to the city. They are right on track for one special ride. ...



  • All Moopy wants is a quiet day on the beach. She picked out the perfect spot. But now Ora wants her to move. That pesky sea monster is throwing sand all over. Is Moopy's day at the beach ruined? ...



  • Ora wants to win the Strong Monster Contest. The first place winner gets a statue of gold! Ora works. She trains. She cannot think of anything else. Maybe Ora needs to learn that gold isn't everything. ...



  • Snorp, the window washer, has washed every window in the city. He needs a break. A day on the slopes would be perfect, but Snorp does not know how to snowboard. Can Moopy teach him to board with the best? ...



  • Three Claws is visiting his friend Snorp in the city. Snorp is so nervous. He always gets hurt when he plays with Three Claws. Maybe if they play it safe and stay inside, no one will get hurt. ...



  • Buzz and his dad head to a cave to test a new invention. As they explore the cave, they see crystals, snakes, and bats. Then Buzz spots something really special! Maybe Buzz's latest invention has led to a great discovery. ...






  • Buzz dreams of going into outer space. One night, his dream comes true. With his dog, Raggs, by his side, he sneaks onto a spaceship. Together, Raggs and Buzz have an awesome outer space adventure. ...



  • Mike's Mini Golf is having a contest. Whoever builds the best new golf hole wins great prizes. Buzz works hard on his entry, but someone is standing in the way of his win. Does Buzz have what it takes to beat the smartest kid in his class? ...



  • Buzz enters a downhill ski race to test his latest invention. It is a paint that makes his skis go super fast! But when he sees the other skiers in their fancy gear, Buzz feels nervous. Will his speed secret be enough to bring him a win? ...



  • Noah is thrilled when the week's library theme is sea creatures. But when Noah can't find the stuffed shark, he is disappointed. Noah knows there is a shark in the library, and he is going to find it!...



  • It's a hot, hot day, and the air conditioner is broken at Buzz's house. Dr. Beaker, who is trying to fix the air conditioner, is so hot that he can't think straight. But Buzz comes to the rescue. His latest invention, cool caps, will have cool off ev...



  • Buzz is excited when a toy store owner hires him to sell science kits at her store. After trying a few different sales tactics, Buzz finds a hit with a science show with goo, but then he faces a new problem. The goo won't stop growing! What will he d...



  • Buzz Beaker keeps oversleeping. He misses the school bus. He wears his pajamas to school. He knows he can't be late again, so he finds a way to win the race to school! ...



  • Dr. Beaker likes going slow, but his lack of speed causes Buzz problems. They are late for everything, even Buzz's own birthday party. So Buzz builds a super fast car to get Dr. Beaker moving. Will Buzz's car make Dr. Beaker feel the need for speed? ...



  • All Rookie Readers actively engage young readers, encouraging language development, building fluency, and promoting independent reading. By targeting a skill, like learning about repetitive text, young readers are building fundamental reading skills ...



  • Sid the Science Kid is scared of the dark. But after some simple science experiments, Sid shows beginning readers that there's nothing to be afraid of when the lights are out....






  • Looking for action-packed stories with exciting twists of fate and unforgettable characters? Look no further than Greek mythology. Classic retellings pair with bold, dramatic art to draw readers into the ancient world....



  • Pandora is always curious. When a messenger arrives with a beautiful golden vase from Zeus, Pandora is entranced by it. She longs to open its lid, but Zeus has told her not to. Will Pandora be able to keep her curiosity under control?...



  • Odysseus and the Greeks had been fighting the Trojans for 10 years before something finally happpened. Odysseus came up with a brilliant idea! Will Odysseus plan put an end to the war? Or will the Greeks and trojans fight another 10 years?...



  • Hardy's name means "brave," but this little puffer fish is scared of everything. When a shark comes close, Hardy knows he cannot puff up, or he will be eaten for sure. How can Hardy learn to be brave? ...



  • When her friend Claire begs her to, Margo the octopus agrees to take part in a sea fashion show. But when Margo is nervous, she squirts ink. Will Margo's nerves make her ruin her dress? ...



  • Fifi is the new grouper fish in the town, and Leon the eel is worried that she will eat him. After hiding for weeks, Leon must finally come out and find some food. What will happen when he faces Fifi? ...



  • Marco the shark gets shivery every time he thinks of the dentist. Dr. Gums is the biggest and scariest shark in the sea. What will Marco do when he gets a toothache? ...



  • Isis and Osiris have never trusted their brother Set. When Set hosts a huge banquet for Osiris, Isis is worried. Osiris falls for Set's trickery, and is separated from his beloved Isis. Will Isis be able to save Osiris? ...



  • The god Thoth creates seven giant scorpions to protect Isis and Horus as they flee from Set's palace. When Isis, Horus, and the scorpions arrive in a village, they need help, but a rich woman turns them away. The furious scorpions vow revenge. Will t...



  • When Prince Thutmose visits the Pyramids of Giza, he discovers the head of the Sphinx sticking out of the sand. To his surprise, the Sphinx tells him he will do great things for Egypt. Will the Sphinx's words come true, or is Thutmose simply dreaming...



  • Prince Neferkaptah has always loved learning. When he hears of a great book of knowledge called The Book of Thoth, he sets out to find it. But the gods have made his task difficult. Will Neferkaptah find the great book of the gods, or will he continu...




  • Follow the Drinking Gourd is an American folk song from the 1920s. Legend has it that a man called Peg Leg Joe taught slaves the song to help them escape to freedom, and they used the Big Dipper and the North Star to guide the way. ...



  • Twilight Sparkle receives two tickets to the Grand Galloping Gala and must pick one friend to go with her. All the ponies want to go, so Princess Celestia sends Twilight enough tickets for them all to attend....




  • Meko the dolphin is so worried. Her sister, Piper, is missing. Did an orca get her? Hammerhead sharks? Meko is clever. If she thinks hard, she can figure out where Piper is. ...



  • Arno is a grumpy lobster. His friends always try to cheer him up, but they finally get tired of Arno's bad mood. Will Arno stop being a grump, or will he end up being lonely, too? ...



  • When Lola was young, she found some eye glasses. It was the start of good luck for her. But now Lola has lost her glasses. Has her luck ran out? ...



  • Bruno the orca whale has become stranded on the beach. If he doesn't get back in the water soon, he could die. His friends Peeper and Duke must find a way to help. ...



  • Today is Tiny’s birthday! His best friend prepares a cake, present, and decorations, all described in simple, easy-to-read vocabulary. Like the previous books in this series about the lovable, oversized dog Tiny, this is a relatable and funny frien...



  • In Backhoes, emergent readers will learn about the functions of a backhoe. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover how the machine is used to put in an underground pipe....



  • In Big Rigs, early readers will learn about the different types of big rigs truckers drive. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they discover how these large trucks deliver goods we use every day....



  • Stone Arch Readers take a well-known concept and revive it. This three-level reader series combines fresh story concepts and enticing art. Each level will have its own look and feel. Sight words and basic sentence structures will keep every level tru...



  • In Sharks, early readers will learn about the many different kinds of sharks. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the unique features of hammerheads, makos, and great white sharks....



  • Rio

    From the creators of Ice Age and Epic, Rio 2 flies into theaters in April 2014. Join Blu, Jewel, and all your favorite Rio characters for a wild adventure in this retelling of the movie perfect for young fans! The sighting of another blue Spix's M...



  • Rio

    From the creators of Ice Age and Epic, Rio 2 flies into theaters in April 2014. Join Blu, Jewel, and all your favorite Rio characters for a wild adventure in this retelling of the movie perfect for young fans! The Amazon has a cool new groove, and...



  • Think there’s just one fairy tale with an overworked girl and wicked stepsisters? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Cinderella stories. Visit Canada, China, Egypt, and France, and find out whose “glass slippers” are made...



  • Ever hear of a feller named Davy Crockett? Folks say he fell from the sky with a coonskin on his head and a smile on his face. But did you know he saved steamers on the Mighty Mississippi from a giant gator? Yesiree, that Davy Crockett roughed up tha...



  • Ever hear of a feller named John Henry? They say he was born with a 10 pound hammer in his hand As a man, John was the fastest steel drivin' man helpin' to build the railroad. So when a stranger challenged mighty John to take on a steam drill, what d...



  • Think there’s just one fairy tale with a girl locked away in a tall tower? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Rapunzel stories. Visit Germany, Italy, and the Philippines, and find out who is guarded by a flesh-eating monster,...



  • Tiny is not obeying. He won't come when Elliot calls him, and he rolls over when he tells him to "sit." Looks like somebody needs to go back to school! Cari Meister uses simple language in this new level 1 reader to instill confidence in beginning re...



  • In Parrotfish, early readers will learn how the parrotfish got its name, and discover how the fish makes sand and sleeping bags of slime. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover the fascinat...



  • Modern fairy tales for modern kids! Once upon a time, Cinderella longed to go to the ball, marry a prince, and become a princess. But that was then. Flash forward to today.... Cinderella wants to enter an awesome new dance contest more than a...



  • Modern fairy tales for modern kids! Once upon a time, Snow White fled from an evil queen and found peace in the forest with seven dwarves. But that was then. Flash forward to today.... Snow White can't help being the prettiest thing in her step...



  • Think there's just one fairy tale with an overworked girl and wicked stepsisters? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Cinderella stories. Visit Canada, China, Egypt, and France, and find out whose glass slippers are made of red ...



  • Think there's just one fairy tale with a girl locked away in a tall tower? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Rapunzel stories. Visit Germany, Italy, and the Philippines, and find out who is guarded by a flesh eating monster, a...



  • In Volcanoes, early fluent readers learn what volcanoes are, why they form, and what makes them so dangerous. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn about the deadliest volcanoes and how to stay ...



  • Today is the parade! Tiny's best friend, Elliot, is dressed as a cowboy, but what will Tiny wear? Nothing fits him right! That's okay, Tiny can be Elliot's horse. Now Tiny will be able to lead the parade! This is a relatable and funny friendship stor...



  • Tiny just wants to be friends with the neighbor cat, Kiki, but Kiki has no interest. Tiny brings her a toy, then he brings her a treat. Nothing works. But when Kiki gets stuck in a tree, Tiny gets the chance to win her over for good. Beginning reader...



  • It's movie night in the park! Tiny and Eliot love summer. They play ball, swim, and go see a movie in the park. But when a cat appears onscreen during the film, Tiny doesn't know it isn't real. He barks and runs around, making a huge mess -- and s...



  • Think there's just one fairy tale with a beautiful girl and a monster? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Beauty and the Beast stories. Visit France, China, and Switzerland, to find out who asks for a grape instead of a rose, ...



  • Think there's just one fairy tale with two children sent into the woods? Think again! Cultures all around the world have their own Hansel and Gretel stories. Visit Germany, Russia, Italy, and Japan, and find out who follows a line of ashes instead of...





  • Based on Beat Bugs, the Netflix TV show inspired by songs made famous by the Beatles.

    When the Beat Bugs build a carnival ride in the backyard, everyone wants to take a turn! But it takes a special golden-leaf ticket to get on the rid...



  • Lately, Crick is feeling down. It’s up to the Beat Bugs to cheer him up in their own special way. But will it be just what Crick needs?   ...



  • Based on Beat Bugs, the Netflix TV show inspired by songs made famous by the Beatles.Lately, Crick is feeling down. It’s up to the Beat Bugs to cheer him up in their own special way. But will it be just what Crick needs?   ...



  • Fairy Hill is a magic forest where fairies live, play, and have lots of sparkly adventures in this Level 1 reader series! Ruby, Luna, and May are best friends. These young fairies are all looking forward to earning their big wings from the Fairy Quee...



  • Fairy Hill is a magic forest where fairies live, play, and have lots of sparkly adventures in this Level 1 reader series! Ruby, Luna, and May are best friends. These young fairies are all looking forward to earning their big wings from the Fairy Quee...



  • Join Tiny as he hunts for Easter eggs! There's an Easter egg hunt in the park just for dogs, and Tiny can't wait to go with his best friend. But when Tiny begins to search, he can't find a single egg! Once the hunt is over, Tiny does manage to fin...



  • The Beat Bugs are ready to help Granny Bee bake her famous honey pie. There’s just one problem -- Granny Bee can’t remember the recipe! Can the Beat Bugs figure it out, or will they just make a sticky mess? Based on the brand-new Netflix or...



  • It’s Katter the Pillar’s birthday, and the Beat Bugs are ready to party! Everyone is having a great time except for the birthday girl.

    The Beat Bugs know that growing up can be scary, and they’re determined to help Katter see the excit...



  • New Books for Newborns is where to start. With lilting lullaby text and lovely illustrations, the New Books for Newborns stories are the perfect first books for new parents to share with their little ones right from the start! Start here. With so ...



  • Fairy Hill is a magic forest where fairies live, play, and have lots of sparkly adventures in this Level 1 reader series! Ruby, Luna, and May are best friends. These young fairies are all looking forward to earning their big wings from the Fairy Quee...



  • Join Tiny as he helps prepare for a Thanksgiving play! What better way to celebrate Thanksgiving than with a festive play? Once Eliot gets the part of a pilgrim, Tiny wants to help too--but after making a mess on set, he's forced to leave with his...



  • Princess, the horse who believes she's a cat, thinks she needs to hunt for her next meal. She quickly convinces her friends Seb and Snowy to join her on an adventure to the clover fields. They encounter scary circumstances that turn out to be not-so-...



  • It's Snowy's birthday! Seb and Princess plan a special surprise trip to the movies. But how will they get in without anyone seeing them? And what happens when the three horses get scared in the theater? Let's just say, it could be a stinky situation!...



  • The Three Horses are off on another zany adventure! Snowy, Princess, and Seb make plans to head to the amusement park. Snowy believes he will get great material for his book, Seb can ride the upside-down roller coaster, and Princess? Well, she heard ...



  • Seb is sad. Betty, a horse from the neighboring farm moved away. Princess and Snowy try to cheer him, but nothing works. Snowy decides Seb needs an adventure. The three plan to escape to the seaside. There, Seb can swim in the ocean (a dream of his),...



  • Celebrate all things horsey with this sweet collection of poems that’s perfect for the little equestrian in your life. Calling all pony lovers! This poetry collection, chock full of horses, is sure to delight young readers, whether they dream of...



  • Look out across the crashing waves! It's a mysterious, beautiful mermaid diving into the ocean. Have you wondered what a mermaid eats? What does a mermaid really look like? Where do they sleep? Wonder no more! Striking illustrations and matter-of-fac...



  • Listen! Do you hear the clomping of hooves upon the forest floor? A flash of white bursts from behind a tree. A long horn shines like a crown upon the creature's head. It's a unicorn! Ever wondered about the magical powers of the unicorn's horn? Wher...



  • Mateo is used to being the best member of his gymnastics team. When a new boy with stronger skills joins, Mateo's jealousy threatens to knock everyone off balance right before the big Winter Challenge event....



  • Rock your little one to sleep with a sweet ocean lullaby, in this lovely New Books for Newborns board book!Baby, you’ll sail on the waters. You’ll dive in the deep. You’ll dance in the moonlight while everyone’s asleep.In this melodic and aqu...

















  • It's field day at Raj's school, and he and his classmates should be thrilled. But it's raining, so all the games and races have been moved inside to the gym. It's not the awesome outdoor sports day the kids had in mind—until they find a way to ...



  • Raven is excited for the figure skating competition. She’s been working hard on a new move, and she wants to get it exactly right! But there’s just one problem—Raven gets very nervous on competition days! She’s been too nervou...



  • Owen loves playing futsal. When his family moves, he joins a new team. He likes his new teammates, but Milo is causing a problem. He is a big ball hog! Can Owen help his team work together for the upcoming game?...



  • Imani loves taking horseback riding lessons at the stable. Imani and her lesson pony, Peanut, make a great team. But before the big show, Peanut starts limping and needs to rest. Imani’s instructor offers to let her ride a different horse, Rico...



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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Cari Meister has published 125 books.

Cari Meister does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Figure Skating Fears, was published in August 2021.

The first book by Cari Meister, When Tiny Was Tiny, was published in October 1999.

Yes. Cari Meister has 9 series.