Cynthia Rylant

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  • Bibliography:
    220 Books (14 Series)
  • First Book:
    April 1982
  • Latest Book:
    January 9999
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Full Series List in Order

Annie and Snowball

1 - Annie and Snowball and the Dress-up Birthday (May-2007)
2 - Annie and Snowball and the Prettiest House (Oct-2007)
3 - Annie and Snowball and the Teacup Club (May-2008)
4 - Annie and Snowball and the Pink Surprise (Nov-2008)
5 - Annie and Snowball and the Cozy Nest (Feb-2009)
6 - Annie and Snowball and the Shining Star (Oct-2009)
7 - Annie and Snowball and the Magical House (Apr-2010)
8 - Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze (Oct-2010)
9 - Annie and Snowball and the Book Bugs Club (Feb-2011)
10 - Annie and Snowball and the Thankful Friends (Sep-2011)
11 - Annie and Snowball and the Surprise Day (Mar-2012)
12 - Annie and Snowball and the Grandmother Night (Sep-2012)
13 - Annie and Snowball and the Wedding Day (Jan-2014)

Brownie & Pearl

Brownie and Pearl Step Out (Jan-2010)
Brownie and Pearl Get Dolled Up (May-2010)
Brownie and Pearl See the Sights (Oct-2010)
Brownie and Pearl Take a Dip (Apr-2011)
Brownie and Pearl Grab a Bite (Sep-2011)
Brownie and Pearl Hit the Hay (Oct-2011)
Brownie and Pearl Go for a Spin (Feb-2012)
Brownie and Pearl Make Good (Aug-2012)

The Cobble Street Cousins

1 - In Aunt Lucy's Kitchen (Oct-1987)
2 - A Little Shopping (Oct-1998)
3 - Special Gifts (May-1999)
4 - Some Good News (Jun-1999)
5 - Summer Party (May-2001)
6 - Wedding Flowers (Apr-2002)

Gooseberry Park

1 - Gooseberry Park (Dec-1998)
2 - Gooseberry Park and the Master Plan (Mar-2016)
3 - A Kitten in Gooseberry Park (Mar-2022)

Henry and Mudge

1 - Henry and Mudge (1987)
2 - Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble (1987)
3 - Henry and Mudge in the Green Time (1987)
4 - Henry and Mudge Under the Yellow Moon (1987)
5 - Henry and Mudge in the Sparkle Days (1988)
6 - Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea (1989)
7 - Henry and Mudge Get the Cold Shivers (1989)
8 - Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat (1990)
9 - Henry and Mudge and the Bedtime Thumps (1991)
10 - Henry and Mudge Take the Big Test (1991)
11 - Henry and Mudge and the Long Weekend (1992)
12 - Henry and Mudge and the Wild Wind (1993)
13 - Henry and Mudge and the Careful Cousin (1994)
14 - Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All (1995)
15 - Henry and Mudge in the Family Trees (Sep-1997)
16 - Henry and Mudge and the Sneaky Crackers (Feb-1998)
17 - Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night (Apr-1998)
18 - Henry and Mudge and Annie's Good Move (Jan-2000)
19 - Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan (Oct-1999)
20 - Henry and Mudge and Annie's Perfect Pet (Feb-2000)
21 - Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House (Nov-2002)
22 - Henry and Mudge and Mrs. Hopper's House (Feb-2003)
23 - Henry and Mudge and the Wild Goose Chase (Oct-2003)
24 - Henry and Mudge and the Funny Lunch (Apr-2004)
25 - Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas (Oct-2004)
26 - Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas (May-2005)
27 - Henry and Mudge and the Tumbling Trip (Nov-2005)
28 - Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover (Jun-2006)

The High Rise Private Eyes

1 - The Case of the Missing Monkey (Sep-2000)
2 - The Case of the Climbing Cat (Sep-2000)
3 - The Case of the Puzzling Possum (Feb-2001)
4 - The Case of the Troublesome Turtle (Apr-2001)
5 - The Case of the Sleepy Sloth (Aug-2002)
6 - The Case of the Fidgety Fox (Apr-2003)
7 - The Case of the Baffled Bear (Aug-2004)
8 - The Case of the Desperate Duck (Aug-2005)

Hornbeam

1 - Hornbeam All In (Dec-2023)
2 - Hornbeam Gets It Done (May-2024)

The Lighthouse Family

1 - The Storm (2002)
2 - The Whale (2003)
3 - The Eagle (2003)
4 - The Turtle (2005)
5 - The Octopus (2005)
6 - The Otter (Mar-2016)
7 - The Sea Lion (Mar-2017)
8 - The Bear (Mar-2018)

Little Whistle

Little Whistle (Feb-2007)
Little Whistle's Christmas (Feb-2007)
Little Whistle's Dinner Party (Feb-2007)
Little Whistle's Medicine (Feb-2007)

Motor Mouse

1 - Motor Mouse (Apr-2019)
2 - Motor Mouse Delivers (Aug-2020)
3 - Motor Mouse & Valentino (Nov-2021)

Mr. Putter & Tabby

1 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea (1994)
2 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Walk the Dog (1994)
3 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Bake the Cake (1994)
4 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Pick the Pears (Oct-1995)
5 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Fly the Plane (1997)
6 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Row the Boat (Apr-1997)
7 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Toot the Horn (1998)
8 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Take the Train (1998)
9 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Paint the Porch (2000)
10 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish (Apr-2001)
11 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Catch the Cold (2002)
12 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Stir the Soup (Oct-2003)
13 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book (2004)
14 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish (2005)
15 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Spin the Yarn (Aug-2006)
16 - Mr. Putter & Tabby See the Stars (Aug-2007)
17 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Run the Race (2008)
18 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Spill the Beans (Apr-2009)
19 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Clear the Decks (Sep-2011)
20 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Ring the Bell (Sep-2011)
21 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Dance the Dance (Sep-2012)
22 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Drop the Ball (Sep-2013)
23 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Turn the Page (Nov-2014)
24 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Smell the Roses (Sep-2015)
25 - Mr. Putter & Tabby Hit the Slope (Sep-2016)

Poppleton

1 - Poppleton (Oct-1997)
2 - Poppleton and Friends (Apr-1998)
3 - Poppleton Everyday (Apr-1998)
4 - Poppleton Forever (1998)
5 - Poppleton in Spring (1998)
6 - Poppleton in Fall (Sep-1999)
7 - Poppleton Has Fun (Oct-2000)
8 - Poppleton in Winter (Oct-2001)
9 - Poppleton at Christmas (Sep-2022)
10 - Poppleton in Summer (May-2023)

Puppy Mudge

Puppy Mudge Takes a Bath (Nov-2002)
Puppy Mudge Has a Snack (Apr-2003)
Puppy Mudge Loves His Blanket (Jul-2004)
Puppy Mudge Finds a Friend (Nov-2004)
Puppy Mudge Wants to Play (Jun-2005)

Rosetown

1 - Rosetown (May-2018)
2 - Rosetown Summer (Jul-2021)
3 - Rosetown Always (Sep-2024)

Multi-Author Series List

Fairytale Retellings: Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast (Feb-2017)

Fairytale Retellings: Cinderella

Walt Disney's Cinderella (Feb-2015)

Little House on the Prairie

Old Town in the Green Groves (Jan-2007)

Book List in Order: 220 titles

  • When I Was Young in the Mountains

    For twenty years, Cynthia Rylant's story of childhood in the Appalachian Mountains has been an enduring favorite. Growing up in the mountains is depicted with a spare, lyrical text and beautiful, tender illustrations by Diane Goode. The book was awar...

  • Miss Maggie

  • The Relatives Came

    In a rainbow-colored station wagon that smelled like a real car, the relatives came. When they arrived, they hugged and hugged from the kitchen to the front room. All summer they tended the garden and ate up all the strawberries and melons. They pluc...

  • A Fine White Dust

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    It would be a summer like no other -- but Pete doesn't know that yet. When the traveling Preacher Man visits Pete's small town, he is drawn to the Preacher's amazing blue eyes and special smile. If only his parents and his best friend Rufus could fee...

  • Henry and Mudge

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    Henry and Mudge - 1
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    The first book in the acclaimed easy-to-read series featuring Henry and his lovable 180-pound dog, Mudge....

  • Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble

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    Henry and Mudge - 2
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this second book of their adventures, they venture out into the wet and happy world of spring. ...

  • Henry and Mudge in the Green Time

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    Henry and Mudge - 3
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this third book of their adventures, they share summertime fun! ...

  • Henry and Mudge Under the Yellow Moon

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    Henry and Mudge - 4
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his dog Mudge have some Halloween fun in this fourth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures.Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And when Halloween rolls around, they share jack-o'-lanterns and ghost stories with Aunt...

  • This Year's Garden

    This Year's Garden follows the seasons of the year as reflected in the growth, life, and death of the garden of a large rural family.The annual gardening cycle is celebrated in a lovingly illustrated, full-color panorama of fertile scenes that you wo...



  • Children of Christmas

    A group of unlikely individuals--a bag lady, a grandfather and grandson afraid of disappointing each other, a girl living on the New York streets--discover the joy, hope, and fulfillment of the Christmas season...

  • Birthday Presents

  • In Aunt Lucy's Kitchen

    The Cobble Street Cousins - 1
    Ready-for-Chapters

    Meet The COBBLE STREET COUSINS • Lily, who wants to be a poet • Tess, who wants to be a Broadway star • Rosie, who wants a little cottage with flowers by the door Right now, though, the cousins are sharing an attic bedroom in their Aunt Lu...

  • Henry and Mudge in the Sparkle Days

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    Henry and Mudge - 5
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his dog Mudge experience the sparkly joys of winter in this fifth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures.Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And they're ready for a snowy winter!...

  • A Kindness

    Having spent his fifteen years happily alone with his mother, Chip finds his familiar world threatened when she becomes pregnant, refuses to name the father, and confronts him with his own possessiveness....

  • Every Living Thing

    Here are twelve deeply moving short stories from the perceptive pen of Cynthia Rylant. Each captures the moment when someone's life changes -- when an animal causes a human being to see things in a different way, and, perhaps, changes his life....

  • Henry and Mudge and the Forever Sea

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    Henry and Mudge - 6
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this sixth book of their adventures, they share a fun-filled day at the beach. ...

  • Henry and Mudge Get the Cold Shivers

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    Henry and Mudge - 7
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this seventh book of their adventures, they spend a scary but reassuring day at the vet. ...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat

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    Henry and Mudge - 8
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this eighth book of their adventures, they make friends with a scruffy but lovable cat. ...

  • Soda Jerk



  • A Couple of Kooks and Other Stories about Love

  • Henry and Mudge and the Bedtime Thumps

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    Henry and Mudge - 9
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this ninth book of their adventures, they spend a scary night together at Henry's grandmother's house in the country. ...

  • Henry and Mudge Take the Big Test

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    Henry and Mudge - 10
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In this 10th book in the Henry and Mudge series, Henry's big dog Mudge does not know what these words mean: Heel. Sit. Stay. Mudge needs to go to school!...

  • Night in the Country

    There is no night so dark, so black as night in the country. And while the people dream of daytime things, the nighttime world awakens. Owls swoop, a rabbit patters, and in the yard an apple falls -- pump! -- from the tree. Listen. Go to the window. ...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Long Weekend

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    Henry and Mudge - 11
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In the eleventh book in the Henry and Mudge series, it's a gray, rainy weekend and Henry and Mudge are stuck inside. Being inside is boring, until Henry and his parents decide to build a castle in the basement!...

  • Missing May

    Since Summer was six years old she lived with dear Aunt May and Uncle Ob. Now, six years later, Aunt May has died. Summer, who misses May with all her might, is afraid something will happen to Ob. Most days Ob seems like he doesn't want to go on. ...

  • Best Wishes

  • Henry and Mudge and the Wild Wind

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    Henry and Mudge - 12
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this twelfth book of their adventures they face wind, thunder, and lightning. ...

  • Mr. Griggs' Work

  • The Everyday Pets



  • The Dreamer

  • Henry and Mudge and the Careful Cousin

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    Henry and Mudge - 13
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In the 13th book in the Henry and Mudge series, Henry and his big dog Mudge can't wait for Cousin Annie to visit. But when Annie arrives, she thinks Henry's fish tank smells and does not like dog kisses. How can you have fun with a cousin like that? ...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Bake the Cake

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 3

    Mr. Putter and his beloved cat bake a light and airy Christmas cake for their neighbor Mrs. Teaberry. “Howard’s relaxed, mixed-media pictures catch the nuances of the cozy, affectionate relationship between an old man and a cat with all the right...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 1

    "The gentle, affecting first volume introduces elderly Mr. Putter, who decides that a cat will keep him from feeling lonely. Rylant’s texts reflect admirable concern for brevity and meticulous consideration of every word. They are in perfect sync w...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Walk the Dog

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 2

    Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, volunteer to walk their neighbor’s dog. They soon discover that Zeke isn’t a dream dog after all. He might even be . . . a nightmare! “Watercolor-and-ink pictures squeeze every bit of life and humor out of th...

  • All I See

  • Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All

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    Henry and Mudge - 14
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his 180-pound dog Mudge are best friends forever. And in this fourteenth book of their adventures they celebrate Henry's birthday with bright balloons, potato-sack races, and presents. ...

  • The Van Gogh Cafe

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    Miracles are made-to-order at the Van Gogh Cafe in Flowers, Kansas. At least that is what Clara and her father Marc, the cafe's owner, believe. Everyday they fill coffee cups, serve meals, and wait for the magic to happen. Which it always does...m...

  • Dog Heaven

    A comforting and playful exploration of a beloved dog's journey after a happy life on Earth.In Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant's classic bestseller, the author comforts readers young and old who have lost a dog. Recommended highly by pet lovers aroun...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Pick the Pears

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 4

    It is fall and juicy things are growing in Mr. Putter’s backyard--apples, tomatoes, and pears. Mr. Putter dreams of all the juicy things he loves to eat, but most of all, he dreams of pear jelly. There’s only one problem--cranky legs keep him fro...



  • The Whales

    Applies lyrical text and lavish, bold illustrations to an uplifting introduction to whales, profiling the different varieties from the Blue and Humpback through the Fin and Bowhead, and considering the whale's spiritual relationship with humans....

  • The Old Woman Who Named Things

    Newbery Medal"Winning Author: A “quirky and tenderhearted” picture book about a lady, a puppy, and the courage it takes to love (Publishers Weekly).   How does an old woman who has outlived all her friends keep from being lonely? By naming...

  • An Angel for Solomon Singer

    Solomon Singer is a middle-aged man who lives in a hotel for men in New York City. One night his solitary wanderings take him into a restaurant where he reads these words on the menu: ''The Westway Cafe -- where all your dreams come true. '' A soft-v...

  • The Bookshop Dog

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Fly the Plane

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 5

    Mr. Putter loves toys. He’s old and he knows he shouldn’t love them anymore. But he does. His fine cat, Tabby, however, does not. She’s especially bothered by toys that fly. So when Mr. Putter brings home a little toy biplane that’s supposed ...

  • An Everyday Book

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Row the Boat

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 6

    It is HOT. Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are sweating. Their neighbors Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, are sweating, too. Looks like the perfect day for a trip to the big pond!
    ...

  • Henry and Mudge in the Family Trees

    Henry and Mudge - 15
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his dog Mudge are going to their first family reunion in this fifteenth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures.Henry and Henry’s parents and Henry’s big dog Mudge are going to a family reunion at Cousin Annie’s house. What will Henry...

  • Cat Heaven

    A joyous celebration of a cat's journey after a happy life on Earth by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant.

    "The way to Cat Heaven is a field of sweet grass, where crickets and butterflies play!"
    With a gentle, playful rhyme, Newbery M...

  • Poppleton

    Poppleton - 1
    Acorn (Early Readers)

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague comes Poppleton, a posh and persnickety pig with friends and adventure abound!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at...



  • Silver Packages

    In Appalachia each Christmas, a boy named Frankie waits beside the tracks for the Christmas Train, which will bring presents to the children who live in coal towns and hollows. Year after year, Frankie hopes that one particular gift -- one very speci...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Take the Train

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 8

    Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are going for a train ride with their neighbors, Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. They've planned the perfect afternoon trip. But when they get to the station, they're in for a big surprise: No pets are allowe...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Toot the Horn

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 7

    Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, like sharing music with their neighbors Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke. But when Mrs. Teaberry decides they should join a band, Mr. Putter isn’t so sure. He doesn’t even play an instrument--in fact, neith...

  • Poppleton Forever

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    Poppleton - 4

    In a new addition to the popular Poppleton series that contains three charming, easy-to-read stories by an award-winning author, Poppleton the pig goes stargazing, buys a bed, and sails. Simultaneous....

  • Poppleton in Spring

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    Poppleton - 5
    Scholastic Reader: Level 3

    Revisit three wonderful stories from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and award-winning illustrator Mark Teague--with new cover art and design!In this easy-to-read chapter book, Poppleton the pig charms young readers with his quirky adventures, whimsi...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Sneaky Crackers

    Henry and Mudge - 16
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his dog Mudge put their spy skills to the test in this Ready-to-Read adventure.With his new spy kit and his faithful sidekick Mudge, Henry is ready to look for clues, steal secrets, and flirt with danger. One of the first things Henry and M...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Starry Night

    Henry and Mudge - 17
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In this seventeenth book of their adventures, Henry and Mudge go camping with Henry's parents. They'll go on hikes and smell good smells. They'll see deer and raccoons and waterfalls and rainbows. Henry's mother will cook camp food and Henry's father...

  • Poppleton and Friends

    Poppleton - 2
    Acorn (Early Readers)

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague comes Poppleton, a posh and persnickety pig with friends and adventure abound!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at...

  • Poppleton Everyday

    Poppleton - 3
    Acorn (Early Readers)

    Every day is an adventure with Poppleton, the posh and persnickety pig created by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at ...

  • The Bird House

  • Bear Day

    Bear carefully prepares for his day by brushing his teeth, getting dressed, and having breakfast. He grabs his hat and backpack, then heads out for a relaxing walk. Would you like to come along? With its gentle rhyme and tender illustrations, Bear Da...

  • A Little Shopping

    The Cobble Street Cousins - 2
    Ready-for-Chapters

    Meet The COBBLE STREET COUSINS

    • Lily, who wants to be a poet
    • Tess, who wants to be a Broadway star
    • Rosie, who wants a little cottage with flowers by the door
    Lily has a wonderful idea -- t...

  • Gooseberry Park

    Gooseberry Park - 1

    Stumpy the Squirrel and friends team up to save the day in this charming standalone companion to the beloved Gooseberry Park, from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and illustrator Arthur Howard.There has been no rain for months, and all of the animals...

  • The Cookie-Store Cat

    A happy cat lives a wonderful life in the back of a cookie store, where the bakers take loving care of him and he receives special visitors, in a heartwarming story that includes three recipes for sweet treats....

  • Special Gifts

    The Cobble Street Cousins - 3

    Everyone's favorite cousins are back for even more excitement in the latest installment of this great series. The Cobble Street Cousins #3:Special Gifts finds this fabled threesome looking for things to do over winter vacation. The...

  • Some Good News

    The Cobble Street Cousins - 4

    Meet the Cobble Street Cousins * Lily, who wants to be a poet * * Tess, who wants to be a Broadway star * * Rosie, who wants a little cottage with flowers by the door * It''s spring on Cobble Street, and Lily has a great idea...

  • Poppleton in Fall

    Poppleton - 6
    Acorn (Early Readers)

    Fall is filled with fun for Poppleton, the posh and persnickety pig created by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at chi...

  • The Heavenly Village

    An incredible tale details The Heavenly Village, a place where people who are not ready to give up their earthly understanding of time, routines, and loved ones can keep half their heart in heaven and the other half on earth until they are ready to m...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan

    Henry and Mudge - 19
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his dog Mudge enter a snowman contest in this nineteenth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures.Henry sees a sign about a snowman contest in the park! Can Henry, his father, and his big dog Mudge come up with the best snowman plan to win th...

  • Give Me Grace

  • The Islander

    After his parents die and he is sent to live in British Columbia, young Daniel has a difficult time coping with his emotions, yet a magical encounter with a mermaid and the gift of a special key placed inside a shell turns his life around. Reprint....

  • Henry and Mudge and Annie's Good Move

    Henry and Mudge - 18
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In Henry and Mudge's eighteenth adventure, Henry's cousin Annie is moving -- right next door to Henry! Annie likes Henry and Mudge, but she's nervous about leaving her friends, and about changing schools, and about what might happen to her things on ...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Paint the Porch

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 9

    Mr. Putter wants to paint his porch. He has a bucket of pink paint, a big brush, and some rags. And he has Tabby to keep him company. Everything is perfect, until a squirrel scampers onto the porch and catches Tabby’s eye. . . ....

  • Henry and Mudge and Annie's Perfect Pet

    Henry and Mudge - 20
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and his dog Mudge want to find the perfect pet for his cousin Annie in this twentieth Ready-to-Read book of their adventures.Annie needs a pet that's soft and dry and doesn't fly -- one that's quiet and careful, just like Annie. What could that...

  • The Case of the Climbing Cat

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 2
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Deep in the heart of the city. . .

    Miss Nancy saw somebody run off with her binoculars. . .Where did the thief go? And will she get her binoculars back?

    This sounds like a case for the High-Rise Private Eyes--Case #002...

  • The Case of the Missing Monkey

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 1
    I Can Read: Level 2

  • In November

    In November, the air grows cold and the earth and all of its creatures prepare for winter. Animals seek food and shelter. And people gather together to celebrate their blessings with family and friends. Cynthia Rylant's lyrical language and Jill Kast...

  • Poppleton Has Fun

    Poppleton - 7

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague comes Poppleton, a posh and persnickety pig who always has a good time with his friends!You can read with Acorn! Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's...

  • The Wonderful Happens

    the world is filled with so many wonderful things -- * birds that fly through the sky and peaches that grow on trees, * spiders spinning webs and cats napping in windows, fresh-baked bread and new-fallen snow. * and then there's the most wo...

  • Waiting to Waltz

    Waiting to Waltz is the next gem from Cynthia Rylant—author of numerous distinguished novels and picture books for young readers.Cynthia Rylant's Waiting to Waltz: A Childhood is a incredible collection of heartwarming childhood poems that ...

  • The Case of the Puzzling Possum

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 3
    I Can Read: Level 2

    The Beat Goes On

    One day, the trombone is missing from Mr. Riley's music store. The next day, it's back. Then it's gone again. Who could be taking it -- and why?

    This sounds like a case for the High-Rise Private Eyes -...

  • Days with Henry and Mudge

  • Seasons with Henry and Mudge

  • The Case of the Troublesome Turtle

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 4
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Mr. Paris ties balloons outside his toy store every morning. On Fridays, the balloons disappear! What is special about Fridays? And who is taking the balloons?

    This sounds like a case for the High"Rise Private Eyes "" Bunny Brown and ...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Feed the Fish

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 10

    Mr. Putter and Tabby love going to the fish store. Mr. Putter loves it because he has always liked fish. Tabby loves it because fish make her whiskers tingle and her tail twitch. So, one day Mr. Putter and Tabby decide to bring three fish home. And t...

  • The Great Gracie Chase: Stop That Dog!

    When Gracie is put outside for barking at the noisy painters, she decides to stretch her legs and take a walk, but when her owners and the painters begin to chase after her, Gracie decides to speed things up and soon the whole town is attempting to c...

  • Scarecrow

    From a Newbery Medal-winning author, a look at life from a scarecrow’s point of view, accompanied by “magnificent” illustrations (School Library Journal).   Scarecrows. They perch high above gardens and fields, with borrowed coats and butt...

  • Summer Party

    The Cobble Street Cousins - 5

    With Rosie's treats, Tess's singing, and Lily's poetry, the cousins' good-bye party on Cobble Street is going to be a great success, but a surprise announcement from their Aunt Lucy makes the event better than they had ever imagined....

  • The Blue Hill Meadows

    Willie Meadow lives with his mother, father, and brother in Blue Hill, Virginia. It’s peaceful there -- a perfect place for growing up. And for the Meadow family, each season of the year holds something special. Like the puppies born to their belov...

  • A Blue-Eyed Daisy

    an amazing yearEllie Farley's father, Okey, drinks too much, mostly because he hasn't been able to work since he was injured in a mining accident. He hasn't been able to hunt, either, so it's strange when he brings home a hunting dog, a beagle named ...

  • Bless Us All

  • Poppleton in Winter

    Poppleton - 8
    Scholastic Reader: Level 3

    Revisit three wonderful stories from Newbery medalist Cynthia Rylant and award-winning illustrator Mark Teague--with new cover art and design!

    In this easy-to-read chapter book, Poppleton the pig charms young readers with his quirky adventures ...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Catch the Cold

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 11

    Even though Tabby tries to keep him warm, Mr. Putter catches a cold in this cozy addition to the Mr. Putter & Tabby series.Mr. Putter is feeling a bit— Achoo! —under the weather. And as everyone knows, it's no fun to be old with a cold. Luc...

  • The Storm

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    The Lighthouse Family - 1

    Life with only the sea can be lonely. Just ask Pandora and Seabold. They've lived most of their lives with the sea--Pandora in a lighthouse and Seabold on a boat--and they're each quite used to being alone. Or they were.     But o...

  • Bunny Bungalow

  • Wedding Flowers

    The Cobble Street Cousins - 6

    When Aunt Lucy announces she is getting married to Michael, Lily, Rosie, and Tess take on the task of taking care of all the arrangements and so must work closely together to ensure that everything goes perfectly during the special affair on Cobble S...

  • Let's Go Home

    What's the best room in the house? Is it the kitchen with its wonderful aromas and goodies? Or is it the front porch, where guests flock to visit on summer nights? Maybe it's the cozy bedroom, when you are snuggling deep under the covers on winter mo...

  • Tulip Sees America

    A young man and his dog Tulip, drive west from Ohio and marvel at the farms of Iowa, the skies of Nebraska, the wind in Wyoming, the mountains of Colorado, the desert in Nevada, and the ocean in Oregon...

  • The Case of the Sleepy Sloth

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 5

    Deep in the heart of a big city....

    Ram"n's lawn chair has disappeared. It's only a cheap plastic chair, but it's Ram"n's favorite chair, and he wants it back. Who (or what) would take a lawn chair? When (and how) did it disappear?

    This sou...

  • The Ticky-Tacky Doll

    The ticky-tacky doll has been one little girl's best friend ever since Grandmama sewed it for her. They do everything together--eat, sleep, play, even dream.
    Then school starts, and for the first time the little girl has to leave her beloved comp...

  • Christmas in the Country

    On the 20th anniversary of their first collaboration, Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and Caldecott Honor artist Diane Goode reunite for a story about the joy and warmth of Christmastime.

    Cynthia Rylant returns to her Appalachian roots in this...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House

    Henry and Mudge - 21
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    What's wrong with Henry's new tree house? In Henry and Mudge's twenty-first adventure, Henry's Uncle Jake has built him a tree house. Henry loves tree houses, but Mudge can't climb trees. What fun is a tree house if you can't share it with your be...

  • Puppy Mudge Takes a Bath

    Puppy Mudge
    Ready-to-Read: Pre-Level 1

    Meet Mudge! Henry's puppy, Mudge, loves to roll in the mud. But he doesn't like to take a bath! It's fun, though, when Henry joins him in the tub and they both come out sparkling clean -- but not for long.......

  • The Eagle

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    The Lighthouse Family - 3

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the third book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family discovers the beauty of the forest.In a lighthouse by the ocean, Se...

  • The Whale

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    The Lighthouse Family - 2

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the second book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family helps reunite a baby beluga whale with its mother.Pandora, Seabold...

  • Henry and Mudge and Mrs. Hopper's House

    Henry and Mudge - 22
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    A Special Valentine's Day for Henry and Mudge Henry's mother and father are going to a Valentine's Day Sweetheart Dance, and Henry and Mudge are staying with Mrs. Hopper across the street. Henry's never been in Mrs. Hopper's scary, old stone ...

  • Puppy Mudge Has a Snack

    Puppy Mudge
    Ready-to-Read: Pre-Level 1

    Welcome Mudge! Welcome Mudge! Mudge is Henry''s puppy. Mudge is cute. Mudge is snuggly. Mudge also has a BIG appetite! With a hungry pup on his hands, will Henry get ANYTHING to eat?...

  • The Case of the Fidgety Fox

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 6
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Deep in the heart of a big city ...Melvin's lucky fluffy dice are missing. Without them, he can't drive his bus. How will his passengers get around town? Who need so much extra luck?This sounds like a case for the High-Rise Private Eyes -- Case #006,...

  • Moonlight: The Halloween Cat

    Softly padding through the darkness, Moonlight explores the world on her favorite night, Halloween.

    The town and countryside glow with shining stars. The wide yellow moon lights pumpkins, racoons, and children out having fun. . . .

    Tol...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Wild Goose Chase

    Henry and Mudge - 23
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In Henry and Mudge's twenty-third adventure, they're off for a day in the country. While Henry's parents are buying farm-fresh food, he and Mudge enjoy meeting some friendly farm animals -- but look out when they cross paths with an angry goose!...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Stir the Soup

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 12

    “The chapters are short and satisfying…The antics of Tabby and Zeke will entertain young animal enthusiasts.” -- School Library Journal    Mr. Putter and Tabby love homemade soup. But when at last they have all the right ingredients t...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Write the Book

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 13

  • Henry and Mudge and the Funny Lunch

    Henry and Mudge - 24
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Every year Henry and his dad (with help from Mudge, of course) make Henry's mother a funny lunch for Mother's Day. Shopping for their juicy, crunchy surprise is fun, and preparing it is even more fun. But sharing it with Henry's mother is the most fu...

  • The Cobble Street Cousins

    Cynthia Rylant's delightful series, The Cobble Street Cousins, relates the cozy adventures of three cousins spending a year with their Aunt Lucy in her pretty blue house on Cobble Street. This two-in-one flip book contains the full text and illustrat...

  • Puppy Mudge Loves His Blanket

    Puppy Mudge
    Ready-to-Read: Pre-Level 1

    Welcome Mudge! Mudge is Henry''s puppy, a puppy who loves his blanket. Mudge brings his blanket everywhere. But when the blanket gets lost, it''s up to Henry to find it...or Mudge might never go to sleep!...

  • The Case of the Baffled Bear

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 7
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Deep in the heart of a big city... Bernard is a bike messenger who blows his red whistle to let people know he's coming through. But his whistle's missing. Where could it be? This sounds like a case for the High-Rise Private Eyes -- Case #007...

  • Henry and Mudge and a Very Merry Christmas

    Henry and Mudge - 25
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Christmas at Henry and Mudge's house means cookies and carols and presents, and the whole family gathering for a delicious breakfast (with lots of food falling on the floor for Mudge). It may just be the best Christmas ever -- but Henry's favorite pr...

  • I Had Seen Castles

    John Dante is seventeen when the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor, and he wants to fight for his country. But then he falls head over heels for Ginny Burton, who is against all war, and his beliefs are suddenly questioned. Rather than be judged a traitor o...

  • Puppy Mudge Finds a Friend

    Puppy Mudge
    Ready-to-Read: Pre-Level 1

    Playtime, Mudge! No one loves to play more than Henry''s puppy, Mudge. And when Fluffy the cat joins Mudge for a play date, the games are just beginning. From running to hiding to climbing galore, these two just might prove that cats and dogs reall...

  • If You'll Be My Valentine

    What kind of valentine would you send to a puppy or a kitten or your mother or big brother?

    Enjoy and be inspired by a young boy's special way of making cards that no loved one can resist!

    With friendly, buoyant rhymes and cheery pictu...

  • Long Night Moon

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Make a Wish

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 14

    Happy birthday, Mr. Putter! “The humor in the illustrations as well as in the text will keep readers glued to the pages.” -- School Library Journal (starred review)   Mr. Putter is sure he is too old for birthday celebrations. And that ...

  • The Octopus

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    The Lighthouse Family - 5

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the fifth book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family explores the shore with an octopus friend.Every once in a while, a ...

  • The Turtle

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    The Lighthouse Family - 4

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the fourth book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family rescues a trapped turtle.A thick fog has found its way up north to...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas

    Henry and Mudge - 26
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry (and of course Mudge) loves to visit Great Grandpa Bill. He lives in a house with a lot of other granpas who like to play with a little boy and his dog. But when Henry discovers a swimming pond near the granpas' house, he finds out how much fun...

  • Puppy Mudge Wants to Play

    Puppy Mudge
    Ready-to-Read: Pre-Level 1

    Fun for Mudge Just when Henry thinks it''s safe to snuggle up with a good book, Mudge has other ideas for the afternoon. From tugging to running to jumping all around, Mudge won''t stop until Henry agrees to join the fun!...

  • The Case of the Desperate Duck

    The High Rise Private Eyes - 8
    I Can Read: Level 2

    Deep in the heart of a big city... All of Mabel's sugar cubes have disappeared. And when you run Mabel's fancy Tea Room, missing sugar is a disaster! Who would pocket sugar cubes? And why? Someone with a sweet tooth? Or is there another reason? ...

  • Stars Will Still Shine

    Comforting affirmations of the goodness life offers.

    Written in response to troubled times by one of the most celebrated children's book authors of all time, this comforting book is one that children and parents will want to return to when ...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Tumbling Trip

    Henry and Mudge - 27
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry's family is going on vacation -- to the Wild West! Henry and Mudge love the Wild West. There are cowboy hats and boots, deserts and canyons, and souvenir shops where Henry can buy pencils and magnets and even a snow globe with a cowboy inside. ...

  • God Went to Beauty School

    A deeply compelling collection of poems about God and our everyday world from a Newbery medalist.

    Cynthia Rylant takes teens on an invigorating spiritual journey as she explores what God's life on Earth might be like. Rylant's reflective an...

  • Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover

    Henry and Mudge - 28
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Henry and Mudge are going to a sleepover at Patrick's house! There's pizza and popcorn, games and monster movies...and Mudge even has his own sleeping bag (he's too big to share Henry's). But will anyone at this sleepover ever get to sleep?...

  • Thimbleberry Stories

    Nigel Chipmunk lives in a cozy little cottage on Thimbleberry Lane, and he has wonderful neighbors who are always up for a visit or an adventure. With heartwarming illustrations and old-fashioned charm, this oh-so-gentle storybook is perfect for a sn...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Spin the Yarn

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 15

    Mrs. Teaberry announces that she's starting a knitting club, and Mr. Putter is happy to help out. But disaster strikes when Tabby and Zeke want to pitch in, too: Mrs. Fitzwater's sweater completely unravels, and the whole afternoon ends up in quite ...

  • Boris

    “It’s a grand experience, this set of poems, this rumination on the cat and the human condition” (School Library Journal).   Boris is a big gray cat who loves sleeping and playing and exploring and hunting. And his owner loves him for all ...

  • Old Town in the Green Groves

    Little House on the Prairie

    For the first time since they left the Big Woods of Wisconsin, the Ingalls family is halted in their westward trek when Pa is forced to find work in a hotel in Burr Oak, Iowa. If they can save enough money, they'll continue searching for a new pla...

  • Little Whistle

    Little Whistle

    Toytown looks like any other neighborhood toy store, with stuffed animals, wooden sailors, favorite games, and beautiful dolls on all the shelves. But it's also the place an adorable guinea pig named Little Whistle calls home. And at night in Toytown...

  • Little Whistle's Christmas

    Little Whistle

    It's Christmastime in Toytown. Lights are twinkling, bells are jingling, and children can't wait for Santa and his sleigh to arrive. Presents are wonderful, of course, but Little Whistle and his friends need something else for Christmas. Will Santa a...

  • Little Whistle's Dinner Party

    Little Whistle

  • Little Whistle's Medicine

    Little Whistle

    Little Whistle loves listening to his friend Soldier read stories to everyone in Toytown. But one night, Soldier doesn't feel well enough to read anything at all. Can Little Whistle find a way to help Soldier get better—and save story time? In t...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Dress-up Birthday

    Annie and Snowball - 1
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie is having a birthday party in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read by the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award"winning creators of Henry and Mudge. Annie and her pet bunny, Snowball, love living next door to Annie’s favorite cousin, Henry and his dog, Mudge. W...

  • Alligator Boy

    A boy is just plain tired of being a boy. So, he becomes an alligator--and it suits him just fine! His worried mother is comforted by the vet, who reassures her that all will be well, as long as the young alligator boy continues to attend school, of...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby See the Stars

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 16

    When Mr. Putter eats twenty-one of Mrs. Teaberry's pineapple jelly rolls right before bed, his stomach has a lot to say about it -- and Mr. Putter cannot sleep. Looks like it's the perfect night to take Tabby out for a moonlit walk.......

  • Annie and Snowball and the Prettiest House

    Annie and Snowball - 2
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie decides to decorate her house in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read by the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award"winning creators of Henry and Mudge. Annie and her pet bunny, Snowball, live right next door to Annie’s favorite cousin, Henry, and his big dog, M...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Run the Race

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    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 17

    “Gently humorous and with underlying messages of friendship and sharing, this is a good addition to the series.” -- School Library Journal   Mrs. Teaberry has persuaded Mr. Putter to sign up for the seniors’ marathon. First prize is golf c...

  • Baby Face

    Baby lovely, Baby sweet, Baby so divine. I love your pretty baby face. Tell me you are mine. From the early morning of a new day to afternoon nap time to the evening bath and bedtime, a baby's life is sometimes quiet, sometimes busy, and always fil...

  • Puppies and Piggies

    Join a sneaky puppy for a joyous barnyard jaunt, and meet the many adorable babies spring has brought to a farm. There are ponies and puppies, piggies and duckies. And whether it's munching or snoozing, hiding or playing, they're all busy doing the ...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Teacup Club

    Annie and Snowball - 3
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie starts a tea party club in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read story from the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award"winning creators of Henry and Mudge!Annie loves teacups. She loves their pretty shapes. She loves their painted flowers. She loves their dainty li...

  • Hansel and Gretel

    Once upon a time,deep in the dark, green forest there was an exquisite house made of cake and sugar--a house made to lure lost, hungry children.  But the witch whose delicious houselured Hansel and his sister, Gretel had forgotten two things about ...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Pink Surprise

    Annie and Snowball - 4
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie and Henry spot a hummingbird in the garden in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read by the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award"winning creators of Henry and Mudge. Annie and her bunny, Snowball, like to grow flowers in Annie’s backyard. Annie also loves to pla...

  • Snow

    Cynthia Rylant’s lyrical descriptions of the sights and feelings evoked by falling snow blend gorgeously with the rich and beautiful world created by Lauren Stringer’s illustrations, in which a young girl, her friend, and...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Cozy Nest

    Annie and Snowball - 5
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie and her cousin Henry find a nest in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read by the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award"winning creators of Henry and Mudge. Someone is building a nest on Annie’s porch. Annie can’t wait to show her favorite cousin, Henry. Every ...

  • All in a Day

    This lovely book illuminates all the possibilities a day offers -- the opportunities and chances that won’t ever come again -- and also delivers a gentle message of good stewardship of our planet. Newbery Medal winner Cynthia Rylant’s poetic text...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Spill the Beans

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 18

    Mr. Putter can’t imagine why anyone would need to know one hundred ways to cook beans. His neighbor Mrs. Teaberry can, and she says a cooking class will be something new and fun for them to do. Mr. Putter isn’t so sure -- he’d much rather think...

  • The Beautiful Stories of Life

    Newbery Medal-winner Cynthia Rylant retells her favorite stories from Greek mythology, breathing fresh life into the tales of Pandora, Persephone, Orpheus, Pygmalion, Narcissus, and Psyche. The writing is lyrical and understated, a perfect tone for s...

  • Walt Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

    Once there was an evil queen who cared about only one thing -- that she was fairest of all. When she learns that Snow White's beauty is greater, she sets out to destroy the girl. It is then that Snow White finds herself lost. Then, she finds her way ...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Shining Star

    Annie and Snowball - 6
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie is excited for her school play. She gets to be a star and wear a costume that sparkles and shines Annie practices and practices in front of her cousin, Henry, and his big dog, Mudge, to prepare. But when the big night comes, Annie is nervous an...

  • Brownie and Pearl Step Out

    Brownie & Pearl

    Meet Brownie, a little girl with a flair for the frou-frou, and Pearl, her feisty feline sidekick! They’re heading out on the town for a birthday party, and the celebration is certain to be filled with friends and presents and games and treats. But...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Magical House

    Annie and Snowball - 7
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In Annie and Snowball and the Magical House, Annie is thrilled when Sarah invites her over to play. Sarah’s house is full of frilly things -- and frilly things are Annie’s favorite things. Annie and Sarah explore the garden and, using their imagi...

  • Brownie and Pearl Get Dolled Up

    Brownie & Pearl

    Brownie and Pearl should be getting ready for bed. But instead of hitting the hay, they decide to play dress-up. They don pearls, apply powder, and add glitter galore. And when they make their sparkly debut, Mom and Dad can’t help but agree: Browni...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze

    Annie and Snowball - 8
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    In this Level 2 Ready-to-Read, Annie and Snowball and the Wintry Freeze, Annie’s dad wakes her up with news of a snow day. Annie is excited! She loves winter. She loves her pink earmuffs. And she really loves her pink polka-dot boots. But most of a...

  • Brownie and Pearl See the Sights

    Brownie & Pearl

    Brownie & Pearl know just how to enjoy a day downtown in this charming Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read story. It's a snowy day, and Brownie and her cat Pearl are off to see the sights in town. They stop by the shoe store and try on hats at the hat store...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Book Bugs Club

    Annie and Snowball - 9
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    When Annie hears about the Book Bugs club at the library, she wants to join right away, but her cousin Henry isn’t so sure. He likes to do outside things with his dog, Mudge, and Annie’s bunny, Snowball. Reading is an inside thing -- right? H...

  • Brownie and Pearl Take a Dip

    Brownie & Pearl

    It's a hot summer day, and Brownie and Pearl are off to take a dip in their small blue pool. They grab their bathing suits, their beach ball, and their super-chic sunglasses and get ready to soak. But when--oops--Pearl takes a surprise spill into the...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Thankful Friends

    Annie and Snowball - 10
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Celebrate Thanksgiving with Annie and Snowball in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read story from the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award"winning creators of Henry and Mudge! Annie loves fall and she especially loves Thanksgiving. There is a big table at Annie’s...

  • Brownie and Pearl Grab a Bite

    Brownie & Pearl

    It’s lunchtime, and Brownie and Pearl are ready to grab a bite. The kitchen is filled with tasty treats like apples and crackers and -- mmmmm -- string cheese. So pull up a chair and join these hungry pals for a happy, healthy noontime feast! ...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Clear the Decks

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 19

    A boring day can be solved with an adventure at sea! In the nineteenth book in this beloved series, Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, are itchy. Not because of fleas, but because it is hot, they're bored, and they're out of orangesicles. So when...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Ring the Bell

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 20

    It's back to school for Mr. Putter & Tabby! Dong! Dong! Dong! The school bell is ringing. The crispy fall wind is blowing. Mr. Putter wishes he could go back to school -- even for just one day. Then he has an idea: How about a visit during show-an...

  • Brownie and Pearl Hit the Hay

    Brownie & Pearl

    Brownie & Pearl get ready for bed in this snuggly Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read story. What sorts of things do Brownie and her cat, Pearl, have to do before they’re ready to hit the hay? First they take a bath and put on pajamas. (Well, Brownie puts...

  • Brownie and Pearl Go for a Spin

    Brownie & Pearl

    Brownie & Pearl take to the streets! Brownie and Pearl have a new toy car! Join them as they cruise around the neighborhood, greeting neighbors, delivering the mail, and -- yum! -- sharing tasty carry-out snacks....

  • Annie and Snowball and the Surprise Day

    Annie and Snowball - 11
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Just in time for Father's Day, Annie is spending a special day with her dad! Annie can't wait to spend a special day with her dad. With her pet bunny, Snowball, choosing the route, the day is bound to be a grand adventure with loads of surprises! ...

  • Brownie and Pearl Make Good

    Brownie & Pearl

    Brownie & Pearl make a mistake -- and then make it all better. Uh-oh. Brownie and Pearl are in trouble! They were having a great time racing around the house until -- oops -- they knocked the radio off the table. Someone is NOT happy about their l...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Grandmother Night

    Annie and Snowball - 12
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    Annie and Snowball get to spend the night at her grandmother’s house in this Level 2 Ready-to-Read story from the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning creators of Henry and Mudge. Annie is spending the night at her grandmother’s house. So is her...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Dance the Dance

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 21

    Mr. Putter knows what he likes, and dancing is not on the list. But his neighbor Mrs. Teaberry has been watching ballroom dancing on TV! She talks the reluctant Mr. Putter into coming along for an evening at the Crystal Ballroom, along with fine cat ...

  • The Steadfast Tin Soldier

    With her signature warmth and lyricism, Newbery winner Cynthia Rylant has crafted a new version of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale about a tin soldier who falls in love with a ballerina. As in the original story, the tin soldier’s lo...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Drop the Ball

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 22

    Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love to take naps -- too many naps. What they need is a sport! Luckily Mrs.Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, know of a baseball team they can join. It's not long before Mr. Putter is ready to play ball, but will h...

  • God Got a Dog

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and two-time Caldecott Honoree Marla Frazee imagine a God living among us in this spirited and moving collection of illustrated poems. What if God was living a human existence? What might God do to pass the time? Wr...

  • Annie and Snowball and the Wedding Day

    Annie and Snowball - 13
    Ready-to-Read: Level 2

    From the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award-winning creators of Henry and Mudge comes a sweet Level 2 Ready-to-Read story about blended families, starring Annie and Snowball. Annie, her dad, and her bunny, Snowball, love living next door to her cousin Hen...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Turn the Page

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 23

    Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, love reading their favorite books over and over. So when Mr. Putter sees a sign at the library that says “Read Aloud with Your Pet at Story Time,” he signs up! But then Mr. Putter's friend and neighbor, Mrs. Te...

  • Walt Disney's Cinderella

    Fairytale Retellings: Cinderella

    "This is a story about darkness and light, about sorrow and joy, about something lost and something found. This is a story about love." Cinderella's story has been told over and over, but never has it been touched by the kind of magic created by t...

  • Dog Days

    Stumpy the Squirrel and friends team up to save the day in this charming standalone companion to the beloved Gooseberry Park, from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and illustrator Arthur Howard. There has been no rain for months, and all of the ani...

  • Ludie's Life

    In “luminous moments told in lovely language,” the poems of the Newbery Medal"winning author of Boris bring a rural woman to vivid life (School Library Journal).   Cynthia Rylant returns to her home state of West Virginia with this powerfu...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Smell the Roses

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 24

    Mr. Putter wants Mrs. Teaberry’s birthday to be extra special this year. So how about a trip to the Conservatory to see the beautiful trees and plants and flowers? It will be heavenly. And it is! Mr. Putter and Tabby and Mrs. Teaberry and Zeke snif...

  • Rain

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant comes a vibrantly illustrated, poetic picture book tribute to the beauty and magic of a rainy day.There is a softness and a quiet before the rain comes…When rain is on its way, some people and animals hurry home...

  • Gooseberry Park and the Master Plan

    Gooseberry Park - 2

    Stumpy the Squirrel and friends team up to save the day in this charming standalone companion to the beloved Gooseberry Park, from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and illustrator Arthur Howard. There has been no rain for months, and all of the ani...

  • The Otter

    The Lighthouse Family - 6

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the sixth book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family assists an otter in need. On a lovely summer day, the lighthouse...

  • Creation

    In the spirit of her acclaimed "Dog Heaven" and "Cat Heaven," Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant illustrates the King James Bible creation story in a simple yet powerful folk art style. Cynthia Rylant takes the familiar text of the creation story, as...

  • Mr. Putter & Tabby Hit the Slope

    Mr. Putter & Tabby - 25

    Mr. Putter and his fine cat, Tabby, like winter. But when the snow is deep outside and there’s nothing to do inside, even a cozy winter day can be a little slow. Not for long! When Mrs. Teaberry and her good dog, Zeke, pull two sleds out of the gar...

  • Little Penguins

    Newbery Medal"winning author Cynthia Rylant and Caldecott Honor-winning, bestselling illustrator Christian Robinson pair up to tell this wintry story about five little penguins enjoying a snowy day. Snowflakes? Many snowflakes. Winter is coming...

  • Beauty and the Beast

    Fairytale Retellings: Beauty and the Beast

    Beauty asks for little, finding joy in simple things and the company of her father. The Beast, shut away from the world in his great stone castle, knows only loneliness. Brought together by a stolen rose, each finds that love may call for sacrifice, ...

  • We Love You, Rosie!

    Beloved author Cynthia Rylant offers a sweet story about a day in the life of a family dog as she explores the concept of opposites. Rosie is a very busy little dog. Sometimes she's good, and sometimes she's bad. Sometimes she wants to go out, an...

  • The Sea Lion

    The Lighthouse Family - 7

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the seventh book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family cares for a baby sea lion. One morning, the lighthouse family ...

  • Sleeping Beauty

    Many see Time as a friend and many see Time as a foe. But for a sleeping beauty, Time was a promise. Born into royalty and surrounded by fairy godmothers, a sweet princess seems destined for a blissful life. But when a bitter fairy casts a curse...

  • Life

    Cynthia Rylant and Brendan Wenzel explore the beauty and tenacity of life. Life begins small, then grows... There are so many wonderful things about life, both in good times and in times of struggle. Through the eyes of the world's animals incl...

  • Herbert's First Halloween

    Herbert is deeply doubtful about his first Halloween -- but with a little help from his dad and a special tiger costume, Herbert might just find confidence on Halloween night. Together, father and son practice roaring, carve a pumpkin, and venture ou...

  • Nativity

    In the spirit of her acclaimed Dog Heaven and Cat Heaven, Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant illustrates the nativity story in her powerful folk art style. Cynthia Rylant takes the beloved text of the nativity story, as told in the King James Bible, ...

  • Henny, Penny, Lenny, Denny, and Mike

    From beloved author Cynthia Rylant and illustrator Mike Austin comes a colorful and quirky picture book about five fish who find unexpected friendship when some new additions to their tank shake things up! Henny, Penny, Lenny, Denny and Mike are f...

  • The Bear

    The Lighthouse Family - 8

    Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant brings the peaceful sounds, sights, and characters of the coast vividly to life in the eighth book of the Lighthouse Family series, in which the family meets a bear who has just woken up from hibernation! After a lo...

  • Rosetown

    Rosetown - 1

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant comes the charming story of nine-year-old Flora Smallwood and the eventful year she spends in the quiet community of Rosetown, Indiana. For nine-year-old Flora Smallwood, Rosetown, Indiana, is full of surprises...

  • Everyday House

    By award-winning author-illustrator Cynthia Rylant, EVERYDAY HOUSE is a charming story about all of the things that make a house and fill up a home. The Everyday House has a blue front door and a porch with a wide white swing. It has red and pi...

  • Everyday Town

    By award-winning author-illustrator Cynthia Rylant, EVERYDAY TOWN is a sweet story about the people and places that make up a town. The Everyday Town has a little red school, a fruit shop, a mailman, and a train. It has two yellow bikes and one ...

  • Ecclesiastes: To Everything There Is a Season

    In the spirit of her acclaimed Dog Heaven and Cat Heaven, Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant illustrates verses from the King James Bible chapter of Ecclesiastes in a simple yet powerful folk art style. Cynthia Rylant takes the familiar text of the t...

  • Motor Mouse

    Motor Mouse - 1

    Join Motor Mouse on three hilarious adventures in this irresistible start to a brand-new series from the creators of Gooseberry Park and the Mr. Putter and Tabby books!Motor Mouse is a busy little mouse, between driving his delivery car, eating cake,...

  • Motor Mouse Delivers

    Motor Mouse - 2

    Motor Mouse and friends are back for three new adventures in this irresistible second book in a series from the creators of Gooseberry Park and the Mr. Putter and Tabby books! Motor Mouse is a busy little mouse, between playing a game of croquet, ...

  • Rosetown Summer

    Rosetown - 2

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant comes the sweet and resonant follow-up to the critically acclaimed Rosetown, continuing the story of ten-year-old Flora Smallwood’s life in quiet Rosetown, Indiana.It’s August in Rosetown, Indiana. Ten-year-ol...

  • We Give Thanks

  • Motor Mouse & Valentino

    Motor Mouse - 3

    Motor Mouse and his brother, Valentino, are back in three new adventures in this highly entertaining third book in a series from the creators of the Gooseberry Park and the Mr. Putter and Tabby books!Motor Mouse, a cab-driving mouse on the go, and hi...

  • A Kitten in Gooseberry Park

    Gooseberry Park - 3

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and illustrator Arthur Howard comes the third book in the beloved Gooseberry Park middle grade series.Kona the Labrador and Gwendolyn the hermit crab love how much it’s been raining in Gooseberry Park. But the w...

  • Home Is Where the Birds Sing

    A beautiful and poignant meditation on what makes a home from Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant.There are so many things, both big and small, that make a place feel like home. Home is where you might have a special nickname or a special toy. It’s whe...

  • Poppleton at Christmas

    Poppleton - 9
    Acorn (Early Readers)

    Season's greetings from Poppleton, the posh and persnickety pig created by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aimed at childre...

  • Henry and Mudge: Fun and Furry Tales

  • Poppleton in Summer

    Poppleton - 10
    Acorn (Early Readers)

    There's so much fun in the sun with Poppleton, the posh and persnickety pig created by Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant and acclaimed illustrator Mark Teague!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic's early reader line, Acorn, aime...

  • Hornbeam All In

    Hornbeam - 1

    It’s three stories in one picture book as Hornbeam the moose embarks on adventures with his friends in this first installment in the series from the creative team behind the Gooseberry Park, Motor Mouse, and the Mr. Putter & Tabby books!Hornbea...

  • Hornbeam Gets It Done

    Hornbeam - 2

    Hornbeam and his friends embark on three enterprising and entertaining new adventures in the second book in the Hornbeam series, from the creators of the Gooseberry Park, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter and Tabby books!Hornbeam the moose, Eureka the goos...

  • Rosetown Always

    Rosetown - 3

    From Newbery Medalist Cynthia Rylant comes the final installment in the critically acclaimed Rosetown Books series, rounding out the touching story of eleven-year-old Flora Smallwood’s life in quiet Rosetown, Indiana....

  • The Elephant's Birthday

    Three determined mice run a small bakery in the first book in the Mouse and Spoon Level 2 Ready-to-Read series from Newbery Medal winner and author of the Henry and Mudge series, Cynthia Rylant!Meet Ginger, Tom, and Piper, three sibling mice who run ...

  • Owlets and Tarts

    The baker mice soothe owlets to sleep in the second book in the Mouse and Spoon Level 2 Ready-to-Read series from Newbery Medal winner and author of the Henry and Mudge series, Cynthia Rylant!Mom and Dad Owl are exhausted -- their three little owlets...

  • Hornbeam By and Large

    Hornbeam and his friends embark on three new larger-than-life adventures in the third book in the Hornbeam series, from the creators of the Gooseberry Park, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter and Tabby books!Hornbeam the moose, Eureka the goose, Cuddy the b...

  • Cat Polybag

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  • The Adventures of Annie and Snowball

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    Annie and Snowball are back in three fun adventures, all in one book. Read about the time Annie and Henry joined a book club, the time Annie spent the night at her grandmother’s house, and more!...

  • Adventures of Henry and Mudge

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    Henry and his lovable dog Mudge are back in five fun adventures, all in one book! Read about the time Uncle Jake built Henry a tree house, the time Henry helped Annie pick the perfect pet, the time Henry entered a snowman building contest, and much m...

  • Appalachia

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    Cynthia Rylant and Barry Moser present a gentle yet poignant picture, in words and images, of the people of Appalachia-their homes, food, dogs, surroundings, and views of the world. It is a personal and authentic perspective--one that shares the Appa...

Award-Winning Books by Cynthia Rylant

All in a Day
2010 Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association Award -- Regional Book
Henry and Mudge and Annie's Perfect Pet
2003 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read Series
Henry and Mudge and the Bedtime Thumps
1994 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge and the Best Day of All
1998 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge and the Big Sleepover
2009 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read Series
Henry and Mudge and the Great Grandpas
2006 Geisel Medal (Dr. Seuss) -- Children's Literature
2008 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read Series
Henry and Mudge and the Happy Cat
1993 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge and the Long Weekend
1995 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge and the Sneaky Crackers
2001 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read Series
Henry and Mudge and the Snowman Plan
2002 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read Series
Henry and Mudge and the Tall Tree House
2006 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read Series
Henry and Mudge and the Wild Wind
1996 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge Get the Cold Shivers
1992 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge in Puddle Trouble
1990 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Henry and Mudge in the Family Trees
1998 Bookseller's Choice -- Beginning Readers
2000 Garden State Children's Book Award -- Easy-To-Read
Missing May
1993 Newbery Medal -- Children's
The Relatives Came
1987 Keystone to Reading Book Award -- Children's
The Van Gogh Cafe
1996 PEN Literary Award -- Children/Young Adult


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Cynthia Rylant has published 220 books.

The next book by Cynthia Rylant, Cat Polybag, will be published in January 9999.

The first book by Cynthia Rylant, When I Was Young in the Mountains, was published in April 1982.

Yes. Cynthia Rylant has 14 series.
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