Books by David McKee

8 books · Ages 3–11

Known for the King Rollo and Elmer series, David McKee writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, alongside 4 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, teamwork & collaboration, empathy & kindness.

Series

The Adventures of King Rollo
King Rollo's Playroom
King Rollo
2 books · Ages 4–11
Elmer
Elmer and the Kangaroo
Elmer
2 books · Ages 3–11

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Two Admirals
Two Admirals
David McKee
Two competitive admirals cause chaos in a small town as they battle to prove who is more important in this humorous tale
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Conquerors
The Conquerors
David McKee
A mighty general conquers all but one tiny country, only to discover that true power might not come from force, but from
Ages 4–11
Cover of Three Monsters
Three Monsters
David McKee
For children learning to navigate disagreements and value cooperation, this playful story shows how working together is
Ages 3–6
Cover of Not Now, Bernard
Not Now, Bernard
David McKee
For parents seeking a humorous, yet thought-provoking story about the perils of not listening to your child, and the une
Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
2 books
Three MonstersElmer
Ages 4–7
8 books
Two AdmiralsThe Adventures of King RolloKing Rollo's Playroom
Ages 8–11
6 books
Two AdmiralsThe Adventures of King RolloKing Rollo's Playroom

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityTeamwork & CollaborationEmpathy & KindnessFriendship & SocialBeing DifferentAnger & FrustrationFriendship & LoyaltyResilience & Perseverance

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