Books by Aliki

16 books · Ages 3–11

Known for the Mary Bloom's and Charles the Alligator series, Aliki writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, alongside 11 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, self-confidence & identity, family & siblings.

Series

At Mary Bloom's
Overnight at Mary Bloom's
Mary Bloom's
2 books · Ages 4–11
Keep Your Mouth Closed, Dear
Use Your Head, Dear
Charles the Alligator
2 books · Ages 3–7
A Play's the Thing
Miss Brilliant's Class
1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Three Gold Pieces
Three Gold Pieces
Aliki
After ten years of loyal work, Yannis receives three gold pieces. He trades them for valuable advice, discovering that t
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Twelve Months
The Twelve Months
Aliki
A poor widow's grateful spirit is rewarded by the Twelve Months, while her rich, complaining neighbor faces a surprising
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Two of Them
The Two of Them
Aliki
For a child coping with the loss of a grandparent or navigating the bittersweet nature of life's cycles, this book tende
Ages 4–8
Cover of We Are Best Friends
We Are Best Friends
Aliki
For a child whose best friend is moving, this gentle story helps navigate the sadness and shows how to make new friends
Ages 4–8
Cover of Jack and Jake
Jack and Jake
Aliki
A sister points out the unique differences between her twin brothers to show that, while they look alike, they are two v
Ages 4–11
Cover of Welcome, Little Baby
Welcome, Little Baby
Aliki
A mother warmly welcomes her newborn baby and describes the wonders and milestones that await as the child grows up in t
Ages 4–11
Cover of Those Summers
Those Summers
Aliki
For families longing for warm weather and beach days, this book beautifully captures the simple joys of childhood summer
Ages 4–8
Cover of Painted Words Spoken Memories
Painted Words Spoken Memories
Aliki
Mari uses art to communicate in a new school and shares stories of her home village in this touching look at the immigra
Ages 4–11
Cover of The King and the Gardener
The King and the Gardener
Aliki
In this Indian folktale, a wise gardener uses a clever trick to teach a young, stubborn king that even rulers can't be r
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
3 books
Keep Your Mouth Closed, Dear
Communication
Hello! Good-bye!
Ages 4–7
16 books
Three Gold Pieces
The Twelve Months
At Mary Bloom's
Ages 8–11
11 books
Three Gold Pieces
The Twelve Months
At Mary Bloom's

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderSelf-Confidence & IdentityFamily & SiblingsResilience & PerseveranceEmpathy & KindnessLove & FamilyFriendship & SocialGrowing Up

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