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Books by Dan Santat | Wonderlit

Books by Dan Santat

5 books · Ages 3–14

Dan Santat writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 3–14, exploring themes of fear & bravery, resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of A First Time for Everything

A First Time for Everything

For any middle schooler navigating awkward years and feeling invisible, this graphic memoir offers a heartwarming, humor

By Age Range

After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again

After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again

The Aquanaut

Sashimi

The Aquanaut

A First Time for Everything

Sashimi

A First Time for Everything

Common Themes

Fear & Bravery Resilience & Perseverance Self-Confidence & Identity Being Different Friendship & Loyalty Friendship & Social Making Friends Curiosity & Wonder

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Quest

Gus and Sully: Ready for School

Gus and Sully: Ready for School

What Could Sophia Be?

Little Hedgehog Books

What Could Sophia Be?

The Worst Witch and the Wishing Star

The Worst Witch and the Wishing Star

Blind

Rachel DeWoskin