Books by Lynne Cherry

Lynne Cherry writes picture books and middle grade for ages 2–10, exploring themes of hope & optimism, nature & outdoors, empathy & kindness.

Standalone Books

Who's Sick Today?

Lynne Cherry

For the little one feeling under the weather, this comforting rhyming story uses animal friends to show that being sick

Ages 2–5

The Dragon and the Unicorn

Lynne Cherry

For the child learning to value the natural world and the importance of protecting wild places from human destruction.

Ages 5–10

The Sea, the Storm, and the Mangrove Tangle

Lynne Cherry

For the child curious about the secret worlds of the ocean, this lush journey shows how a single seedling grows into a s

Ages 5–10

Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest, The

Lynne Cherry

For the child curious about the natural world and their place in it, this story nurtures a deep respect for the intercon

Ages 4–8

River Ran Wild: An Environmental History, A

Lynne Cherry

For the child who wonders how a messy world can be made beautiful again, this history of a river shows the powerful impa

Ages 6–10

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

1 books

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

4 books

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