Books by Jamie Michalak

7 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the So You Want to Catch... and Joe and Sparky series, Jamie Michalak writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, curiosity & wonder, friendship & loyalty.

Series

So You Want to Catch Bigfoot?
So You Want to Catch...
1 book · Ages 4–11
Joe and Sparky, Superstars!
Joe and Sparky Go to School
Joe and Sparky
2 books · Ages 4–11
Judy Moody and the Thrill Points Race
Judy Moody and Friends
1 book · Ages 5–8
Dakota Crumb: Tiny Treasure Hunter
Dakota Crumb
1 book · Ages 4–11
Frank and Bean: The Stinky Feet Monster
Frank and Bean
1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Hazel the Handful
Hazel the Handful
Jamie Michalak
Hazel the dog rules her home, doted on by her family, especially her girl, Bea. But when a new baby arrives, Hazel's wor
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
7 books
So You Want to Catch Bigfoot?Joe and Sparky, Superstars!Judy Moody and the Thrill Points Race
Ages 8–11
6 books
So You Want to Catch Bigfoot?Joe and Sparky, Superstars!Judy Moody and the Thrill Points Race

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityCuriosity & WonderFriendship & LoyaltyJoy & GratitudeMaking FriendsFear & BraveryAnimalsFriendship & Social

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