Books by Allen Say — Wonderlit | Wonderlit

Allen Say has 5 books on Wonderlit spanning ages 4–11.

Standalone Books

Cover of Grandfather's Journey

Grandfather's Journey

For children exploring family heritage and cultural identity, this Caldecott winner tenderly portrays the complex emotio

Cover of A River Dream

While confined to bed, a young boy receives a mysterious gift from his uncle, sparking a fantastical dream of fly fishin

Cover of Drawing from Memory

Drawing from Memory

This stunning graphic novel memoir by Allen Say chronicles his journey as an artist during WWII, apprenticing under Japa

Cover of Grandfather's Journey

Grandfather's Journey

For the child exploring their family's heritage and understanding what it means to belong to more than one place or cult

Cover of The Inker's Shadow

The Inker's Shadow

In this graphic memoir, Allen Say reflects on his 'cold existence' as a Japanese American teen in a Southern California

By Age Range

Ages 4-7

5 books

Ages 8-11

5 books

Common Themes

Love & Family Curiosity & Wonder Loneliness & Belonging Self-Confidence & Identity Cultural Identity Growing Up Family & Siblings Nature & Outdoors

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Middle School: How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill

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Middle School: How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli, and Snake Hill

For Magnus Chase: Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds (An Official Rick Riordan Companion Book) Your Introduction to Deities, Mythical Beings, & Fantastic Creatures

For Magnus Chase: Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds (An Official Rick Riordan Companion Book) Your Introduction to Deities, Mythical Beings, & Fantastic Creatures

My Father Is Taller Than a Tree

My Father Is Taller Than a Tree