Jean Reidy

• Mar-2026
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A boastful bear learns how to be a good listener and friend in this endearing, funny picture book by the author of Truman.Everyone knows that Bob is the biggest, strongest, and smartest bear in the world . . . because he tells them so, over and over ...

• Jun-2023
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Your whole world is waiting. Just step through the door. There’s much to discover. There’s more to explore.Together, there’s so much we can do, in a book, me and you . . . and all the world too! Amazing adventures are in store when ...

• Aug-2022
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From Jean Reidy and Joey Chou, the dynamic duo behind What Would You Do in a Book About You?, comes a picture book about the joy of sharing your story with a friend or someone special. Twice the adventure! Double the fun!An excellent read-aloud to be...

• Jul-2022
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Celebrate the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren with this charming picture book with stunning diorama illustrations.A million kisses! Hugs! Hooray! Our grand day begins this way.Whether planting a garden, having a picnic, or baking,...

• May-2022
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One small spider takes a big risk to bring together the people she watches over in her apartment building in this charming picture book from the celebrated author and illustrator of Truman.Sylvie hangs on a silvery thread, safely hidden under her dam...

• Dec-2021
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There once was a slug, / needing someone to hug. When Slug happens upon a lonely beetle, he knows just what to do. He gives him a big hug -- and then the two friends decide to pass it along. They meet Mouse, who's down in the dumps, Skunk, who...

• Apr-2021
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For fans of Oh, The Places You'll Go! and The Wonderful Things You Will Be, What Would You Do in a Book About You? will empower kids to reach for their dreams. From Zolotow Honor award-winning author Jean Reidy (Truman) and illustrated by Joey Chou, ...

• Nov-2019
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When the Snow Is Deeper Than My Boots Are Tall is a charming rhyming picture book celebrating the fun of snow and the coziness of winter.

Find a frosty window./ Watch the flakes fall./ Look! The snow is deeper than my toes are tall.

• Jul-2019
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After his best friend Sarah leaves for her first day of school, a tortoise named Truman goes on an adventure across the living room and learns to be brave in this thoughtful and heartwarming twist on a first experience story. Truman the tortoise l...

• May-2018
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A heartwarming sea otter rescue story. Washed ashore alone, a tiny sea otter pup needs help! Soon, a rescuer is there, to take her in and keep her warm and fed. The pup faces challenges in her new life without her sea otter family. But with the lo...

• Jun-2016
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In this bright, bold picture book, a cast of animal characters are building a brand-new playground in a local park for their community! Each day of the week contains a different construction plan as the steam-rolling, digging, and planting gets under...

• Mar-2013
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Rising, waking Bread is baking School bus honks its horn Who are the people in your neighborhood? Perfect for the pre-K set, this adorable rhyming text takes a walking tour of your community. The fresh modern art of Leo Timmers features hidden...

• Feb-2013
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TOO CIRCUSY, TOO CLOWNY, TOO PRINCESSY, TOO CROWNY It's a rainy day, but not a single toy in the toy box seems fun enough for our adventuresome little girl. She tries everything from trucks to telescopes, puzzles to pianos, but nothing does the...

• Aug-2012
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Where can you find a fire truck, a monster, and a great big pile of cupcakes? Come play with this exuberant kid as creativity and imagination transform a blank wall into a colorful adventure. Author Jean Reidy and illustrator Robert Neubecker invite ...

• Oct-2011
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When it's time to sleep, it's nice to know there's a place that's safe. In a cozy house, in a comfy bed, under a blanket that's white and red under stars so bright they light up the night in your own little piece of the universe. ...

• Jul-2010
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Too wrinkly, too squishy, too fruity, too fishy! It's lunchtime, but our fussy little boy does not like a single item on his plate. What is a boy to eat? Reidy's playful rhyming text is once again brought to life by Leloup's stylish bold art. P...

• Jan-2010
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Too purpley, too tickly, too puckery, too prickly! There is not a single outfit in the closet that our little fashion plate wants to wear. She tries on everything, but nothing is quite right. And the outfits are getting wilder by the minute! It...