Books by Mac Barnett

30 books · Ages 3–12

Mac Barnett has 30 books on Wonderlit spanning ages 3–12.

Series

The Terrible Two Go Wild
The Terrible Two
1 book · Ages 4–11
Square
Triangle, Square, Circle
1 book · Ages 4–11
Mac Undercover
Top Secret Smackdown
Sound of Danger
Mac B., Kid Spy
3 books · Ages 4–12
Circle
Shapes Trilogy
1 book · Ages 4–11
Jack Goes West
Jack
1 book · Ages 4–8
The Three Billy Goats Gruff
Fairy Tale
1 book · Ages 4–8
Triangle
The Shape Trilogy
1 book · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Guess Again!
Guess Again!
Mac Barnett
A hilarious and subversive guessing game where rhyming clues lead to completely unexpected answers, delighting kids with
Ages 3–7
Cover of The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity
The Case of the Case of Mistaken Identity
Mac Barnett
Steve Brixton, a huge fan of detective novels, is suddenly thrust into a real-life mystery when he's mistaken for a dete
Ages 7–11
Cover of Count the Monkeys
Count the Monkeys
Mac Barnett
Join in the fun as you try to count the monkeys, only to find them constantly scared off by a parade of other silly anim
Ages 4–11
Cover of President Taft is Stuck in the Bath
President Taft is Stuck in the Bath
Mac Barnett
Inspired by a true anecdote, this uproarious picture book follows President William Howard Taft as he finds himself in a
Ages 4–11
Cover of Sam & Dave Dig a Hole
Sam & Dave Dig a Hole
Mac Barnett
For kids who delight in the unexpected, this witty story shows how looking for something extraordinary can lead to the m
Ages 4–8
Cover of Telephone
Telephone
Mac Barnett
Mama bird sends a message for little Peter, but as it travels down the telephone line, each bird's unique hobbies twist
Ages 4–8
Cover of Sam and Dave Dig a Hole
Sam and Dave Dig a Hole
Mac Barnett
For the child who loves adventure and discovering the unexpected, this witty story shows that sometimes the greatest tre
Ages 4–8
Cover of The Skunk
The Skunk
Mac Barnett
A dapper man's life is turned upside down when a mysterious skunk begins to follow him everywhere. What starts as an ann
Ages 4–11
Cover of Leo: A Ghost Story
Leo: A Ghost Story
Mac Barnett
For children feeling alone or navigating a new place, this heartwarming story follows a friendly ghost displaced from hi
Ages 4–8
Cover of Rules of the House
Rules of the House
Mac Barnett
Ian always follows the rules, unlike his sister Jenny. But when their vacation house comes alive and threatens to cook J
Ages 4–11
Cover of How This Book Was Made
How This Book Was Made
Mac Barnett
This imaginative book reveals the true, and often absurd, process of creating a book, from an author's drafts to an illu
Ages 4–11
Cover of Noisy Night
Noisy Night
Mac Barnett
Discover the delightful and sometimes puzzling sounds that fill an apartment building after dark. This clever picture bo
Ages 3–7
Cover of I Love You Like a Pig
I Love You Like a Pig
Mac Barnett
From acclaimed author Mac Barnett, this whimsical picture book explores the many tender and silly ways we express love,
Ages 3–7
Cover of Paolo, Emperor of Rome
Paolo, Emperor of Rome
Mac Barnett
Paolo the dachshund dreams of la dolce vita beyond his hair salon confinement. When he finally escapes, he discovers the
Ages 4–8
Cover of What is Love?
What is Love?
Mac Barnett
For children pondering life's big questions, this tender story explores the many facets of love, guiding a young boy on
Ages 4–9
Cover of What Color Is Night?
What Color Is Night?
Mac Barnett
A young boy asks his grandmother, "What is love?" When she can't answer, he sets out to ask everyone he meets, from a fi
Ages 3–7
Cover of The Three Billy Goats Gruff
The Three Billy Goats Gruff
Mac Barnett
A classic Norwegian fairy tale where three billy goats, big, medium, and small, must cross a bridge guarded by a fearsom
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Great Zapfino
The Great Zapfino
Mac Barnett
When a fire breaks out, former circus performer Zapfino must face his fears and use his skills to save the day in this f
Ages 4–8
Cover of Twenty Questions
Twenty Questions
Mac Barnett
This playful and profound collection of twenty questions sparks imagination and curiosity, encouraging children to think
Ages 4–8
Cover of How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett
This witty picture book tackles the perennial question of Santa's chimney entry with absurd and imaginative solutions. B
Ages 4–11
Cover of A Polar Bear in the Snow
A Polar Bear in the Snow
Mac Barnett
A majestic polar bear embarks on a captivating journey across snow and sea, encountering Arctic creatures and a human. T
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0-3
4 books
Guess Again!Noisy NightI Love You Like a Pig
Ages 4-7
29 books
Guess Again!The Case of the Case of Mistaken IdentityCount the Monkeys
Ages 8-11
26 books
The Case of the Case of Mistaken IdentityCount the MonkeysPresident Taft is Stuck in the Bath
Ages 12-18
1 books
Mac Undercover

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderSelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceJoy & GratitudeCreativity & ImaginationFear & BraveryTeamwork & CollaborationGrowing Up

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