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  • Bibliography:
    18 Books
  • First Book:
    September 1995
  • Latest Book:
    September 2024
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Book List in Order: 18 titles



  • A simple retelling of the Nativity Story features a poetic text and primitive-style illustrations that follow Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem, the birth of Jesus, and the arrival of the shepards, angels, and wise men....



  • Friendly advice for reading fun included in every book!

    READ AND SHARE is a unique first library for parents and children that helps build early readers’ confidence. Grouped in four progressive levels, Read and Share books - available indivi...



  • Beguiling illustrations by Jane Chapman bring twenty-five of the best-loved nursery rhymes and tales to life.Humpty Dumpty, Jack and Jill, Little Bo Peep — the nursery-rhyme characters in this bright book are as familiar as a favorite pair of c...



  • Mouse is waiting by the river for her Special Friends. The clouds are drifting, The dragonflies are zipping by. Rabbit and Frog sit with Mouse while she waits. Turtle shares his picnic. The day slides quietly by as the friends sit together. Where are...



  • It's bedtime, and Mo isn't sleepy. Not one tiny bit. "I don't want to go to bed!" "But SOMEONE has to go to bed!" says Grandma. "Maybe I should go to bed, and YOU can stay up. "Yes! Yes! Yes!" laughs Mo, but putting Grandma to bed is harder than he t...



  • Bear has a great big jar of delicious honey. And he won’t share with anyone! But Mouse, Mole, and the Rabbit Brothers are hungry. With a jump, leap, and a roll, they set out across the forest. Can they make it to the honey without that scary bear s...



  • Christmas is coming, and Teddy is so excited! "Is it Christmas yet?" he asks Big Bear. "Soon," Big Bear replies. Big Bear tells him that first, there are presents to wrap, a cake to bake, a tree to decorate-so much to do! Teddy desperately wants to h...



  • Barry loves living in the forest. The other animals love to cuddle him because he's so soft. And even though Barry loves hugs, sometimes he just wants to be left alone! He comes up with an idea to put an end to all the cuddles and interviews a variet...



  • Grandma has a surprise for Ollie a visit from his baby cousin, Lily! But Ollie feels jealous. Why does Lily get all the tickles and cuddles? And why won’t Grandma play Ollie’s favorite game? Ollie used to be Grandma’s special owlet. Is it possi...






  • Miki, an otter pup, loves to snuggle on her mama's tummy. And Mama holds Miki's paws while she teaches her how to swim. One day while Mama is out gathering food, Miki meets another otter pup named Amak, and the two become best friends. Then one day, ...



  • Snowflake, a baby mammoth, lives with Mama and Pops in their herd. Snowflake is eager to grow up. "I don't want to be little, I want to be big and strong like you!" One day, Pops takes Snowflake with him on a special adventure. Could Snowflake alread...



  • With a wonderfully strong message of unconditional love, this book is perfect for little ones who need reassurance from time to time.

    Little Bear has broken Mommy's favorite sunflower plant. What if her mom won't love her anymore? Luckily, Mom...






  • This gentle, touching story of the death of a dear friend, Bear, introduces children to the complex and often confusing feelings of grief, and the ways that Bear’s friends honor his memory as they learn how to cope with the loss.“Bear die...



  • This touching sequel to Jane Chapman’s Good-bye, Bear offers a sweet tale of friendship and valuing each other’s needs. Perfect for any young child who likes to spend time alone.In this sequel to Jane Chapman’s Good-bye, Bear, frien...



  • A beautifully illustrated tale about finding joy and wonder in the world around us, by best-selling author/illustrator Jane Chapman.Frog is tired of his dark, dull pond, so he goes off exploring. His friend Mouse shows him the wonders of the woods wh...



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Jane Chapman has published 18 books.

Jane Chapman does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, The Littlest Christmas Tree, was published in September 2024.

The first book by Jane Chapman, Mary's Baby, was published in September 1995.

No. Jane Chapman does not write books in series.