Books by Joan Lowery Nixon

7 books · Ages 4–11

Known for the Gloria Chipmunk and Claude (Joan Lowery Nixon Series) series, Joan Lowery Nixon writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, teamwork & collaboration.

Series

Gloria Chipmunk, Star!
Gloria Chipmunk
1 book · Ages 6–8
Fat Chance, Claude
That's the Spirit, Claude
Claude (Joan Lowery Nixon Series)
2 books · Ages 4–11
Gus & Gertie and The Missing Pearl
Gus & Gertie & the Lucky Charms
Gus & Gertie and the Lucky Charms
Gus & Gertie
3 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

Cover of When I Am Eight
When I Am Eight
Joan Lowery Nixon
For children eager to grow up and experience new freedoms, this story explores the anticipation of becoming older and al
Ages 5–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
7 books
Gloria Chipmunk, Star!
Fat Chance, Claude
When I Am Eight
Ages 8–11
7 books
Gloria Chipmunk, Star!
Fat Chance, Claude
When I Am Eight

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & IdentityTeamwork & CollaborationJoy & GratitudeLove & FamilyAnimalsFamily & SiblingsHumor

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