Brenda Ponnay

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  • Bibliography:
    79 Books
  • First Book:
    July 2011
  • Latest Book:
    October 2022
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Book List in Order: 79 titles

  • Secret Agent Josephine's ABC's

    The s burst brilliantly on to the page in this alphabet flash card blogger Secret Agent Josephine, a.k.a. Brenda Ponnay. Children will delight in the colorful illustrations and simple text. Secret Agent Josephine's 's are an ideal introduction to the...

  • Secret Agent Josephine's Colors

    What's the best way for kids to learn their colors? With a yellow yak, a brown brachiosaurus, and plenty of other wacky animal friends!
    Secret Agent Josephine a.k.a. Brenda Ponnay presents her quirky illustrations paired with hilarious captions,...

  • Secret Agent Josephine's Numbers

    Secret Agent Josephine is willing to reveal the contents of her stealthy, super expanding spy bag--but are you ready? In this fresh and funny book, Brenda Ponnay, aka Secret Agent Josephine, gets kids counting spy glasses, micro-cameras and more supe...

  • Who's There, Little Hoo?

    Everyone’s favorite owl is back just in time for trick-or-treating on Halloween, though he’s a little spooked by who’s on the other side of the door . . .   Whoooo’s There? Halloween doesn’t have to be scary, but Little ...

  • Who's Coming for Dinner, Little Hoo?

    Whooo's Ready for Thanksgiving? Little Hoo is hosting all of his friends for a Thanksgiving feast, but first they have to arrive. Toddlers will love guessing who will be at the door in this "Knock, Knock" book featuring a little owl and his friends a...

  • Be Mine

    Whooo Loves You? Hey Foxy! You need a Bear Hug! Love is in the air and these cheerful creations by Brenda Ponnay are the perfect way to share a little love with a child in your life. BE MINE is a perfect bedtime story for the child in your life or gi...

  • Time for Bed, Bunny!

    How is bedtime at your house?That peaceful? Really.If your kids don't calmly head for bed each night, it's time to meet Bunny.Bunny?Bunny!In this funny little book, it's time to convince Bunny to get to bed, but somehow, bedtime keeps taking longer a...

  • Colors

    What's the best way for kids to learn their colors? With a yellow yak, a brown brachiosaurus, and plenty of other wacky animal friends! Secret Agent Josephine a.k.a. Brenda Ponnay presents her quirky illustrations paired with hilarious captions, ...

  • Hey, Kitty Kitty!

    Up, down, around and through, this little kitty will do anything to make a friend. Featuring the stylistic art of Brenda Ponnay and simple sentences perfect for beginning readers and toddlers, this book is sure to charm its way into becoming a bedti...



  • Time to Eat, Bunny!

    Help Picky Eaters with this Cute Mealtime Book Bunny? Bunny! It's dinnertime but that doesn't mean that Bunny's ready to eat. Let the kids take charge in this book to make sure Bunny eats dinner. Kids and parents will laugh at the silly bun...

  • Secret Agent Josephine in Paris

    There's a new super spy in town! Secret Agent Josephine may not look like a super mom, but when she goes to work, bad guys better watch out for her crafty tricks. In this Secret Agent Josephine adventure, our heroine travels to Paris to scope out som...

  • Time for Bunny

    Bunny? Bunny! Time for Bunny! is 3 charming books in 1. With this download, you'll receive: Time to Get Ready, Bunny! Time to Eat, Bunny! Time for Bed, Bunny! These books will help your kids work through daily challenges like getting read...

  • Little Hoo Goes to the Beach

    Little Hoo is a scaredy-owl but he's ready for his first visit to the beach. He might be anxious about sharks, seaweed and pinching crabs, but he soon discovers that playing at the beach is lots of fun.

    This book for preschoolers is part of the L...

  • El Pequeno Hoo Va a la Playa/ Little Hoo Goes to the Beach

    Little Hoo is a scaredy-owl but he's ready for his first visit to the beach. He might be anxious about sharks, seaweed and pinching crabs, but he soon discovers that playing at the beach is lots of fun. This bilingual book for preschoolers is part of...

  • Quien Esta Ahi, Pequeqo Hoo?/ Who's There, Little Hoo?

    Whoooo's There? Halloween doesn't have to be scary, but Little Hoo is a little bit nervous when there's a knock at the door. For toddlers and preschoolers. Your little ones will love Little Hoo in this bilingual English-Spanish Halloween picture book...

  • Quien Viene a Cenar, Pequeno Hoo? // Who's Coming for Dinner, Little Hoo?

    Whooo's There?

    It's time for Thanksgiving dinner and Little Hoo and his friends and family are gathering for a feast.

    Introduce your little ones to the fun of bringing a community together for Thanksgiving with Little Hoo and all of his woodla...

  • ABC Flashcards

    A is for Apple... D is for Doggie... U is for Underwear! The ABCs burst brilliantly on to the page in this alphabet flash card book by blogger Secret Agent Josephine, a.k.a. Brenda Ponnay. Children will delight in the colorful illustrations and...

  • Knock Knock, Moo Who?

    Knock Knock. Who's there? An interrupting cow. Interrupting Cow-- Moo! Silly knock knock jokes are paired with Brenda Ponnay's bright and fun illustrations in this wacky, funny picture book for preschoolers and up....

  • Knock Knock Moo Who?

    Knock Knock.
    Who's there?
    An interrupting cow.
    Interrupting Cow--
    Moo!

    Silly knock knock jokes are paired with Brenda Ponnay's bright and fun illustrations in this wacky, funny picture book for preschoolers and up....



  • Happy Birthday, Little Hoo!

    Whooo's Birthday is Coming Up Soon? Little Hoo is back and it's time to celebrate his birthday! The delightful little owl has a new book and can't wait to share it. Actually, Little Hoo can't wait for his birthday so his patient parents help him ...

  • Colors // Colores

    Bilingual Books for Babies & ToddlersWhat's the best way for kids to learn their colors? With a yellow yak, a brown brachiosaurus, and plenty of other wacky animal friends! Secret Agent Josephine a.k.a. Brenda Ponnay presents her quirky illustration...

  • Colores:

    Spanish Language Books for Babies & Toddlers
    What's the best way for kids to learn their colors?
    With a yellow yak, a brown brachiosaurus, and plenty of other wacky animal friends! Secret Agent Josephine a.k.a. Brenda Ponnay presents her quir...

  • Merry Christmas, Little Hoo!

    Bilingual Picture Book for Preschool and Kindergarten
    It's Christmas Eve and Little Hoo should be sleeping. But there are so many interesting noises! Are there reindeer on the roof and elves in the kitchen? Join your favorite owl and find out in ...

  • Time to Get Ready, Bunny!

    Perfect First Day of School Book It's time to get ready, Bunny! Bunny? BUNNY? In this charming little book, author/illustrator Brenda Ponnay has artfully depicted the morning routine of so many families. Whether your little one would rat...

  • Hora de dormir, conejito!

    Spanish Language Edition: Time for Bed, Bunny!

    Bunny? Bunny!

    It's time to convince Bunny to get to bed, but somehow, bedtime keeps taking longer and longer.

    Let the kids take charge in this book make sure Bunny goes to sleep. Features funn...

  • Little Hoo Goes to School

    It's time for Little Hoo to start school!
    Like with so many other things, Little Hoo is nervous about starting school. As the little owl gets ready for the first day of school, the littlest readers will join in the fun and watch worries disapp...

  • Good Night, Kitty Kitty!

  • Cody Eats

    Cody the Dog Level A Reader: Cody Eats

    Cody likes to eat things that maybe he shouldn't. In this very simple 12-page book, beginning readers will meet Cody and the things he likes to eat.
    Sample text:
    Cody eats socks....

  • Cody Eats Everything

    Cody the Dog Level B Reader: Cody Eats Everything

    Cody likes to eat things that maybe he shouldn't. In this very simple 20-page book, beginning readers will meet Cody and the things he likes to eat.
    Sample text:
    Cody eats dog food. Co...



  • Kat Goes

    We Can Readers: Kat Goes Kat is a busy girl. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Kat and all of the places she goes. Sample Text: Kat goes to the zoo. Kat goes to the beach....

  • Kat Likes

    Kat Can Reader: Kat Likes

    Kat is a busy girl. In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Kat and all of the things she likes to do.
    Sample Text:
    Kat likes reading. K...

  • Kat Makes

    Kat Can Reader: Kat Makes

    Kat is a busy girl. In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Kat and all of the things she likes to make.
    Sample Text:
    Kat makes forts. K...

  • Kat Wears

    We Can Readers: Kat Wears Kat is a busy girl. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Kat and all of the things she likes to wear. Sample Text: Kat wears glasses. Kat wears sock...

  • Little Hoo has the Flu

    Poor Little Hoo! Little Hoo doesn't feel good. With a fever and a stuffy beak, Little Hoo needs lots of rest before the little owl will be ready to play. Mama Hoo provides fluffy pillows, plenty of tissues and comforting soup for the little owl in ...

  • Happy Easter, Little Hoo!

    Time for an Easter Egg hunt, Little Hoo! Help Little Hoo find all of the Easter Eggs in this sweet little book. Little Hoo looks up and down, over and under to find all of the colorful eggs.
    Happy Easter, Little Hoo is part of the Little Hoo s...

  • Cody Poops

    Cody the Dog Level A Reader: Cody Poops Cody seems to poop places that he really, really shouldn't. In this very simple 8-page book, beginning readers will laugh at Cody's antics and build their vocabulary of all the places Cody likes to poop. Sample...

  • Cody Poops Everywhere

    Cody the Dog Level B Reader: Cody Poops Everwhere Cody seems to poop places that he really, really shouldn't. In this very simple 20-page book, beginning readers will laugh at Cody's antics and build their vocabulary of all the places Cody likes to p...

  • Kat Reads

    We Can Readers: Kat Reads Kat is a busy girl. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Kat and all of the things she reads. Sample Text: Kat reads the box. Kat reads the sign. T...

  • Little Hoo Gets the Wiggles Out

    Let's Move, Little Hoo!

    Sometimes Little Hoo just needs to move. Help Little Hoo get the wiggles (and the worries) out in this fun and active picture book.
    Perfect for storytime, this little book gets toddlers and preschoolers laughing, ...



  • Cody Sheds

    Cody the Dog Level A Reader: Cody ShedsCody can't help that he is always shedding. No shirt, sofa, or seat is safe from the dog hair that overwhelms his family. In this very simple 8-page book, beginning readers will laugh at Cody's antics and build ...

  • Cody Sheds Everywhere

    Cody the Dog Level C Reader: Cody Sheds Everywhere Cody can't help that he is always shedding. No shirt, sofa, or seat is safe from the dog hair that overwhelms his family. In this very simple 20-page book, beginning readers will laugh at Cody's anti...

  • Nat Can Code

    We Can Readers: Nat Can Code Kids are learning to code at younger and younger ages and Nat is no exception. In this procedural reader, Nat goes through all of the steps it takes to write code and build a robot. In this very simple 8-page reader, shor...

  • Nat Plays Baseball

    We Can Readers: Nat Plays Baseball Batter up! Nat is ready to play baseball. He has all the moves and can show them off for young readers. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about ...

  • Little Hoo Goes Camping

    Get a FREE eBook download version of this book with purchase! Let's Go Camping, Little Hoo! It's time for the Hoo family to go on their annual camping trip, but Little Hoo is a little bit nervous. From setting up a tent, to cooking dinner over the fi...

  • Little Hoo Gets the Wiggles Out

    Bilingual Edition: Little Hoo Gets the Wiggles out / Buhito saca sus bríos

    Let's Move, Little Hoo! Sometimes Little Hoo just needs to move. Help Little Hoo get the wiggles (and the worries) out in this fun and active picture book. Perf...

  • Code Come

    Spanish Language Edition Cody the Dog Level A Reader: Cody Eats Cody likes to eat things that maybe he shouldn't. In this very simple 8-page book, beginning readers will meet Cody and the things he likes to eat. Sample text: Cody eats socks. ...

  • Cody Barks

    Cody the Dog Reader: Cody Barks Cody loves to bark. Cody loves to bark so much, he barks at everyone he meets. In this very simple 8-page book, beginning readers will laugh at Cody's antics and build their vocabulary of all the places Cody sheds. Thi...

  • Cody Barks at Everyone

    Cody the Dog Reader: Cody Bark at Everyones Cody loves to bark. Cody loves to bark so much, he barks at everyone he meets. In this very simple 16-page book, beginning readers will laugh at Cody's antics and build their vocabulary of all the places ...

  • Cody Come Todo

    Spanish Language Edition: Cody the Dog Level B Reader: Cody Eats Everything Cody likes to eat things that maybe he shouldn't. In this very simple 20-page book, beginning readers will meet Cody and the things he likes to eat. Sample text: Cody ea...



  • Cody Eats // Cody Come

    Bilingual Spanish / English Language Edition Cody the Dog Level A Reader: Cody Eats Cody likes to eat things that maybe he shouldn't. In this very simple 8-page book, beginning readers will meet Cody and the things he likes to eat. Sample text...

  • Cody Eats Everything // Cody Come Todo

    Bilingual Spanish / English Language Edition: Cody Eats Everything / Cody Come TodoCody likes to eat things that maybe he shouldn't. In this very simple 20-page book, beginning readers will meet Cody and the things he likes to eat. In Cody Eats E...

  • Kat Rides

    We Can Readers: Kat Rides Kat is a busy girl. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Kat and all of the things she can ride. Sample Text: Kat rides on the bike. Kat rides on t...

  • Nat Can Help

    We Can Readers: Nat Helps Nat is a great helper! In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about Nat and all of the things he can do. Nat models positive behavior and shows helpfulness ar...

  • It's Not About You, Little Hoo!

    Oh, Little Hoo! It's Not About You! Little Hoo has a big lesson to learn: the world doesn't revolve around him. When playing with friends or spending time with family, Little Hoo gets frustrated when things don't always go his way. With careful corre...

  • Snackle the Snake Likes to Snack

    Too many snacks! Does your child prefer snack time to meal time? They will love Snackle the Snake. Snackle the Snake loves to snack so much. But does he have room in his tummy for dinner? Not so much. This silly, rhyming story features snack foods fr...

  • Ballet Lessons for Su

    We Can Readers: Ballet Lessons for Su Ballet is hard to learn but Su loves it. She tries and tries again until she gets it. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Asian-American character to...

  • Bandit Eats Grass

    We Can Readers: Bandit Eats Grass Bandit likes to eat grass but too much makes him sick. When Bandit is sick, who has to clean it up? His owner, Su. She may not like cleaning up after her cat, but she gets the job done. In this very simple 16-page r...

  • Bandit Naps

    We Can Readers: Bandit Naps Bandit likes to nap in the strangest places. Will he nap with his owner, Su? No, but she still loves her cat. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Asian-Americ...

  • Bandit Plays

    We Can Readers: Bandit Plays Bandit loves play with the mouse, the light and the string. But who else does he love to play with? His owner, Su! In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Asian-...

  • A Bath for Bandit

    We Can Readers: A Bath for Bandit Bandit is a dirty cat. He needs his friends to help him. Su gives Bandit a bath but Bandit is not a fan. In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about...

  • Buddy is a Puppy

    We Can Readers: Buddy is a Puppy Raj discovers that owning a puppy is a lot of fun and a lot of work. Buddy is a puppy, and that means he does lots of puppy things! In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations...

  • Buddy Licks

    We Can Readers: Buddy Licks When friends come over to Raj's house, Buddy is ready. He is ready to lick. Buddy loves to lick and lick. Raj will make sure that Buddy stops licking. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fu...

  • Buddy Plays Fetch

    We Can Readers: Buddy Plays Fetch Buddy doesn't quite understand how to play fetch. When Raj throws a ball, the silly dog brings back a stick. When Raj throws the ball, what do you think Buddy will bring back? In this very simple 16-page reader, sho...

  • Last Day of School

    We Can Readers: Last Day of School It's the last day of school for the We Can friends. They clean up the classroom, thank their teacher and plan for lots of summer fun. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrat...

  • Lemonade Stand

    We Can Readers: Lemonade Stand Let's have a lemonade stand! The friends are ready to work together to make and sell lemonade. Everyone has a job to do and it is so much fun when you work together. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences a...

  • Nat and Raj

    We Can Readers: Nat and Raj Nat and Raj like to play. Inside, outside, with anyone and anywhere, they are ready to have a good time. In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about the c...

  • Nat Visits the Museum

    We Can Readers: Nat Visits the Museum Nat and his mom are in for a special treat- a visit to the museum. Pairing the silly and sweet, Nat finds his favorite painting and has a great day. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired ...

  • Raj Cleans Up

    We Can Readers: Raj Cleans Up Raj has a messy room. He loves his books and toys, but now it's time to put them away. Step by step, Raj clears the floor and gets everything cleaned up. It may not be easy, but it has to be done. In this very simple 16...

  • Raj Pets

    We Can Readers: Raj Pets Raj really likes animals. He gets to pet a lizard, a cat, a bird and more in this cute story. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Indian-American character to get...

  • Raj Plays Soccer

    We Can Readers: Raj Plays Soccer It's time for the big match! Raj shows off his hard-earned skills when he plays soccer. He runs, he kicks, he scores! In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an ...

  • Ready for the Test

    We Can Readers: Ready for the Test It's spelling test time. Two friends know what they have to do--study! Nat and Raj work together to learn all of their spelling words while still having fun. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences ...

  • Su and Kat

    We Can Readers: Su and Kat Su and Kat play in a band. They sing. They drum. They are loud. Too loud. They will have to figure out how to make music but not be too loud. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun ill...

  • Su Sees

    We Can Readers: Su Sees A simple walk in the park gets very exciting. Su sees a squirrel, a bird and then, a skunk! Find out what happens when the skunk sees Su. In this very simple 16-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations f...

  • Su Sings

    We Can Readers: Su Sings Su likes to sing and she will sing anywhere. Join Su as she sings in the car, in the choir and even in the rain. In this very simple 8-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations featuring an Asian-America...

  • Where are You?

    We Can Readers: Where are You? It's time for a game of hide and seek. Su and Kat find each other in the house, but where is Bandit? In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun illustrations to get kids reading about the ca...

  • No, Bandit!

    We Can Readers: No, Bandit! Bandit's scratching problem is out of control. He scratches the curtains. He scratches the couch. It's up to Su to solve the scratching problem. In this very simple 12-page reader, short sentences are paired with fun i...

  • Raj gets a Puppy

    We Can Readers: Raj Gets a Puppy Raj has always wanted one. When he finally gets a puppy, Raj discovers that puppies are a lot of work. Raj will do whatever it takes to be a good pet owner, even clean up poop! In this very simple 12-page reader, ...

  • Wet Dog

    We Can Readers: Wet Dog A rainy day only means one thing for Buddy: he will get wet. When Buddy gets wet, so do Raj and Su. The friends will work together to help Buddy get dry, and keep him from getting them wet again. In this very simple 16...

  • Good Night, Little Hoo

    Time to go to bed, Little Hoo! Help Little Hoo get to sleep in this sweet bedtime story. Little Hoo has lots of things to do before he is ready for bed. From wanting another story to questioning why some owls get to stay up all night, Little Hoo know...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Brenda Ponnay has published 79 books.

Brenda Ponnay does not have a new book coming out soon. The latest book, Good Night, Little Hoo, was published in October 2022.

The first book by Brenda Ponnay, Secret Agent Josephine's ABC's, was published in July 2011.

No. Brenda Ponnay does not write books in series.
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