Books by Lenny Hort

4 books · Ages 4–11

Lenny Hort writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–11, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, fear & bravery, justice & fairness.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of The Tale of Caliph Stork
The Tale of Caliph Stork
Lenny Hort
For those who believe justice will prevail, even against powerful magic, follow a transformed Caliph on his quest to rec
Ages 6–9
Cover of The Boy Who Held Back the Sea
The Boy Who Held Back the Sea
Lenny Hort
Jan, an ordinary Dutch boy, discovers a leak in the dike protecting his village. He must find the courage to hold back t
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Goatherd and the Shepherdess
The Goatherd and the Shepherdess
Lenny Hort
On a beautiful Greek island, three friends tend their flocks. But when two goatherds, Daphnis and Dorcon, both fall for
Ages 4–11
Cover of Tie Your Socks and Clap Your Feet: Mixed Up Poems
Tie Your Socks and Clap Your Feet: Mixed Up Poems
Lenny Hort
For the child who loves silly rhymes and wordplay, this collection sparks giggles and ignites imagination with playful,
Ages 4–8

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
4 books
The Tale of Caliph Stork
The Boy Who Held Back the Sea
The Goatherd and the Shepherdess
Ages 8–11
4 books
The Tale of Caliph Stork
The Boy Who Held Back the Sea
The Goatherd and the Shepherdess

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceFear & BraveryJustice & FairnessSelf-Confidence & IdentityEmpathy & KindnessGrowing UpCuriosity & WonderGood vs. Evil

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