Books by Jay Dale

Known for the Jay Dale's Early Readers and Engage Literacy series, Jay Dale writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, alongside 5 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, joy & gratitude, nature & outdoors.

Series

Jay Dale's Early Readers

6 books · Ages 4–9

Engage Literacy

5 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Min Monkey

Jay Dale

For young readers building confidence, this easy-to-read chapter book follows Min, a playful monkey, on a simple, engagi

Ages 5–7

Birthdays Around the World

Jay Dale

For children wondering how birthdays are celebrated in different places, this book explores diverse traditions and fun f

Ages 6–9

Lazy Old Pirates

Jay Dale

For the child who loves silly stories and dreams of adventure, this book offers a quick, humorous escape with pirates wh

Ages 5–7

I Go Up

Jay Dale

For a child just starting their reading journey, this book introduces the concept of "up" with simple, repetitive text p

Ages 3–6

Homes Text Form

Jay Dale

For curious young minds, this early reader explores the diverse places where people and creatures make their homes, fost

Ages 4–6

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

1 books

Ages 4–7

16 books

Ages 8–11

8 books

If Your Family Loves Jay Dale, Also Try

Toni Yuly

Play Day School Day

Lucy Cousins

Maisy's Wonderful Weather Book

Allan Ahlberg

Half a Pig

Kathy Caple

Worm Paints

Megan McDonald

Mrs. Moody in The Birthday Jinx