Books by Matthew Burgess

Matthew Burgess writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–10, exploring themes of art & creativity, nature & outdoors, joy & gratitude.

Standalone Books

The Bear and the Moon

Matthew Burgess

For the child navigating the big feelings of making a mistake, this gentle story follows a bear who accidentally pops hi

Ages 3–5

Drawing on Walls: A Story of Keith Haring

Matthew Burgess

For the child who loves to doodle on every surface, this story celebrates how a passion for drawing can become a powerfu

Ages 4–9

Make Meatballs Sing: The Life & Art of Corita Kent

Matthew Burgess

For the child who loves to create and wants to make the world better: a vibrant look at an artist who used her voice and

Ages 6–10

Red Tin Box, The

Matthew Burgess

For the child who loves collecting treasures or wonders what they will be like when they grow up, this lyrical story exp

Ages 4–8

The Unbudgeable Curmudgeon

Matthew Burgess

For the child or parent navigating a sibling's stubborn bad mood. This playful story explores how to handle the 'curmudg

Ages 4–8

Enormous Smallness

Matthew Burgess

For the child who dances to their own beat and loves to play with words. This story celebrates the power of staying true

Ages 5–9

Bear and the Moon, The

Matthew Burgess

For the child learning to navigate the big feelings of an accidental mistake or the quiet sting of losing something they

Ages 3–6

By Age Range

Ages 0–3

2 books

Ages 4–7

7 books

Ages 8–11

5 books

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