Books by Jane Yolen — Wonderlit | Wonderlit

Jane Yolen has 26 books on Wonderlit spanning ages 2–18.

Series

Foiled

1 book · Ages 12–18

How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Be Kind?

How Do Dinosaurs Go to School?

How Do Dinosaurs

2 books · Ages 4–11

The Last Changeling

The Seelie Wars

1 book · Ages 8–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Sleeping Ugly

When a beautiful but mean princess, a plain but kind girl, and a fairy fall under a sleeping spell, a prince must decide

Cover of Brothers of the Wind

Brothers of the Wind

A slave boy escapes with a magical winged horse to find a dying Caliph, embarking on a legendary journey of hope and fri

Cover of Owl Moon

This quiet, contemplative story is perfect for families seeking a gentle adventure or a moment of shared wonder in natur

Cover of The Emperor and the Kite

The Emperor and the Kite

Princess Djeow Seow, often ignored by her family, proves her immense courage and loyalty when she devises a clever plan

Cover of The Gift of Sarah Barker

The Gift of Sarah Barker

In a strict Shaker community, Sarah and Abel discover a forbidden love that leads them to question their faith and the m

Cover of Wizard's Hall

For any child facing new challenges or self-doubt, this magical adventure champions believing in yourself to overcome ob

Cover of And Twelve Chinese Acrobats

And Twelve Chinese Acrobats

Wolf idolizes his older brother, Lou. When Lou is sent away to military school in Kiev, Wolf and his family must adjust

Cover of Old Dame Counterpane

Old Dame Counterpane

Old Dame Counterpane sews the world and everything in it from dawn to dusk. A rhythmic, imaginative poem about creation

Cover of Letting Swift River Go

Letting Swift River Go

Jane Yolen, Barbara Cooney

Sally remembers her childhood in a tranquil Massachusetts town, forced to relocate as the Swift River valley is flooded

Cover of The Sea Man

In 1663, a Dutch ship captures a merman, sparking fear and prejudice among the crew. Only a brave cabin boy believes the

Cover of Queen's Own Fool

Queen's Own Fool

Jane Yolen, Robert Harris

Twelve-year-old Nicola leaves her troupe to become the fool for Mary, Queen of Scots. She finds herself caught in a worl

Cover of The Devil's Arithmetic

The Devil's Arithmetic

For middle schoolers ready to understand the Holocaust's impact through a personal, immersive story, emphasizing remembr

Cover of Girl in a Cage

Jane Yolen, Robert Harris

In 1306 Scotland, Princess Marjorie, daughter of Robert the Bruce, is captured by King Edward Longshanks and held in a p

Cover of This Little Piggy Lap Songs, Finger Plays, Clapping Games, and Pantomime Rhymes

This Little Piggy Lap Songs, Finger Plays, Clapping Games, and Pantomime Rhymes

Jane Yolen, Will Hillenbrand, Adam Stemple

This delightful book brings together traditional interactive rhymes, songs, and games perfect for engaging very young ch

Cover of Sleep, Black Bear, Sleep

Sleep, Black Bear, Sleep

Jane Yolen, Heidi E. Y. Stemple

As winter arrives, various animals, including a black bear, settle into their cozy homes for hibernation. This gentle, r

Cover of My Brothers' Flying Machine

My Brothers' Flying Machine

Witness the birth of aviation through the eyes of Katherine Wright, who observed her brothers Orville and Wilbur transfo

Cover of All Star! Honus Wagner and the Most Famous Baseball Card Ever

All Star! Honus Wagner and the Most Famous Baseball Card Ever

Step up to the plate and learn about Honus Wagner, one of baseball's greatest players. This book covers his amazing care

Cover of Curse of the Thirteenth Fey

Curse of the Thirteenth Fey

Thirteen-year-old Gorse, the youngest and most accident-prone fairy, tumbles into trouble on her way to bless a newborn

Cover of Snow in Summer

Journey to 1940s West Virginia in this unique retelling of Snow White, where a young girl faces the jealousy of her snak

Cover of The Hostage Prince

The Hostage Prince

Jane Yolen, Adam Stemple

When a young prince is captured and held hostage, he must navigate a dangerous world of political intrigue and impending

Cover of The Stranded Whale

The Stranded Whale

When a whale beaches itself in Maine, a young girl named Sally and her community spring into action, offering comfort an

Cover of Mapping the Bones

Mapping the Bones

Jewish twins Chaim and Gittel face the brutal realities of the Holocaust in 1942 Poland. Their journey through concentra

By Age Range

Ages 0-3

1 books

Ages 4-7

21 books

Ages 8-11

23 books

Ages 12-18

4 books

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & Identity Resilience & Perseverance Love & Family Empathy & Kindness Curiosity & Wonder Being Different Fear & Bravery Growing Up

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