Books by Meg McKinlay

6 books · Ages 4–12

Known for the Amos and How to Make a series, Meg McKinlay writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 3 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, curiosity & wonder, growing up.

Series

Let Me Sleep, Sheep!
Amos
1 book · Ages 4–11
How to Make a Bird
How to Make a Bedtime
How to Make a
2 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books

Cover of Duck for a Day
Duck for a Day
Meg McKinlay
Abby finally gets a pet for a night when she takes home Max, the class duck. But when Max goes missing, Abby must bravel
Ages 4–11
Cover of Below
Below
Meg McKinlay
For the child navigating quiet changes and a sense of wonder about hidden worlds, this story explores finding your way w
Ages 9–12
Cover of A Single Stone
A Single Stone
Meg McKinlay
In a society where girls must remain small to mine precious stones, Jena, a respected leader, uncovers a secret that cha
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
5 books
Duck for a Day
A Single Stone
Let Me Sleep, Sheep!
Ages 8–11
6 books
Duck for a Day
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A Single Stone
Ages 12–18
1 books
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Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityCuriosity & WonderGrowing UpResilience & PerseveranceJoy & GratitudeLoneliness & BelongingFamily & SiblingsAnxiety & Worry

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