Books by Margriet Ruurs

Known for the Around the World and CitizenKids series, Margriet Ruurs writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 3 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, being different, adventure.

Series

Around the World

1 book · Ages 4–8

CitizenKids

1 book · Ages 4–8

Standalone Books

My Librarian Is a Camel: How Books Are Brought to Children Around the World

Margriet Ruurs

For the child who takes their local library for granted, this eye-opening photo essay reveals the incredible journeys bo

Ages 7–12

My School in the Rain Forest: How Children Attend School Around the World

Margriet Ruurs

For the child who wonders how other kids live. Explore the incredible journeys children take to get to school, from rain

Ages 6–10

Stepping Stones: A Refugee Family's Journey

Margriet Ruurs

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

5 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

Ages 12–18

1 books

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The Lost Years of Merlin

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The Falls

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Exposing Hidden Worlds How Jacob Riis' Photos Became Tools for Social Reform

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Daily Life in a Covered Wagon