Books by Helen Lester

6 books · Ages 3–11

Known for the Magic Chicken series, Helen Lester writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, alongside 4 standalone books, exploring themes of friendship & social, empathy & kindness, humor.

Series

The Wizard, the Fairy, and the Magic Chicken
The Revenge of the Magic Chicken
Magic Chicken
2 books · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Wuzzy Takes Off
Wuzzy Takes Off
Robin Lester, Helen Lester
Wuzzy, a real live teddy bear, dreams of traveling to the moon. He sets off on an adventure, only to land in a surprisin
Ages 4–11
Cover of Hooway for Wodney Wat
Hooway for Wodney Wat
Helen Lester
Poor Rodney Wat can't pronounce his own name, making him an easy target for the class bully. But when the bully's reign
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
2 books
Pookins Gets Her Way
A Porcupine Named Fluffy
Ages 4–7
6 books
Pookins Gets Her Way
The Wizard, the Fairy, and the Magic Chicken
The Revenge of the Magic Chicken
Ages 8–11
4 books
The Wizard, the Fairy, and the Magic Chicken
The Revenge of the Magic Chicken
Wuzzy Takes Off

Common Themes

Friendship & SocialEmpathy & KindnessHumorMaking FriendsAnimalsSelf-Confidence & IdentityJoy & GratitudeFantasy & Magic

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