Books by Jay Dale

16 books · Ages 3–11

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

Cooking in Class
What Is the Matter, Mrs. Long?
Letter to Sam
Jay Dale's Early Readers
6 books · Ages 4–9
Big Balloon
Yummy! Yummy!
Baby Dinosaur and the Egg
Engage Literacy
5 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Birthdays Around the World
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

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
1 books
I Go Up
Ages 4–7
16 books
Cooking in Class
What Is the Matter, Mrs. Long?
Letter to Sam
Ages 8–11
8 books
Cooking in Class
Birthdays Around the World
Bob Is in the Garden

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderJoy & GratitudeNature & OutdoorsAnimalsFamily & SiblingsSelf-Confidence & IdentityFriendship & SocialFriendship & Loyalty

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