Books by Anita Lobel

Anita Lobel writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–11, exploring themes of creativity & imagination, curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance.

Standalone Books

King Rooster, Queen Hen

Anita Lobel

A rooster and hen head to the city to become royalty in this charming folktale. Along the way, they encounter a clever f

Ages 4–11

The Straw Maid

Anita Lobel

When a girl is captured by robbers, she uses her wits and a clever disguise to outsmart her captors and return home with

Ages 4–11

Alison's Zinnia

Anita Lobel

For the child curious about nature's beauty and the delightful journey of discovering the alphabet through a vibrant, fl

Ages 2–5

Sven's Bridge

Anita Lobel

For children facing unexpected disruptions, this book explores how a community comes together after a king's outburst de

Ages 4–7

Away from Home

Anita Lobel

Travel around the world through the alphabet with this beautifully illustrated book featuring boys' names and exotic loc

Ages 4–11

The Dwarf Giant

Anita Lobel

For children navigating interactions with difficult people, this story gently explores the challenge of a rude visitor a

Ages 6–8

One Lighthouse, One Moon

Anita Lobel

Explore the rhythm of time and numbers from one to ten with a curious cat and its human companions in a cozy lighthouse

Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

1 books

Ages 4–7

7 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

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