Books by Hardie Gramatky

3 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Little Toot series, Hardie Gramatky writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, resilience & perseverance, being different.

Series

Little Toot on the Thames
Little Toot
1 book · Ages 6–9

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of Loopy
Loopy
Hardie Gramatky
For the child who feels like they can't quite get things right, Loopy shows that sometimes your quirks are your greatest
Ages 5–8
Cover of Hercules: The Story of An Old-Fashioned Fire Engine
Hercules: The Story of An Old-Fashioned Fire Engine
Hardie Gramatky
Hercules, a retired horse-drawn fire engine, saves the day when modern trucks fail. A classic tale of bravery and provin
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Loopy
Hercules: The Story of An Old-Fashioned Fire Engine
Little Toot on the Thames
Ages 8–11
3 books
Loopy
Hercules: The Story of An Old-Fashioned Fire Engine
Little Toot on the Thames

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceBeing DifferentVehicles & MachinesHumorAdventureFriendship & SocialFear & Bravery

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