Books by Jessica Spanyol

5 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Clemence and Machines at Work series, Jessica Spanyol writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of joy & gratitude, self-confidence & identity, curiosity & wonder.

Series

Clemence and His Noisy Little Fire Engine
Clemence
1 book · Ages 4–11
Bob and His No. 1 Van
Giorgio and His Star Crane Train
Machines at Work
2 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Carlo Likes Reading
Carlo Likes Reading
Jessica Spanyol
Carlo the giraffe loves to read, and young readers will too as they follow him through his day. Labeled scenes at home,
Ages 4–11
Cover of Carlo and the Really Nice Librarian
Carlo and the Really Nice Librarian
Jessica Spanyol
Carlo the giraffe and Crackers the cat are off to explore their new library. There, they meet Mrs. Chinca, a wonderfully
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
5 books
Carlo Likes ReadingCarlo and the Really Nice LibrarianClemence and His Noisy Little Fire Engine
Ages 8–11
4 books
Carlo Likes ReadingCarlo and the Really Nice LibrarianClemence and His Noisy Little Fire Engine

Common Themes

Joy & GratitudeSelf-Confidence & IdentityCuriosity & WonderAnimalsMaking FriendsCreativity & ImaginationBugs & InsectsEmpathy & Kindness

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