Books by Michael J. Rosen

12 books · Ages 4–12

Known for the Just So Stories and ChaseR series, Michael J. Rosen writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 9 standalone books, exploring themes of curiosity & wonder, resilience & perseverance, empathy & kindness.

Series

How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck-- and why Rhino is So Grumpy
Just So Stories
1 book · Ages 4–11
Don't Shoot! ChaseR's Top Ten Reasons Not to Move to the Country
ChaseR
1 book · Ages 8–12
The Cuckoo's Haiku and Other Birding Poems
Michael J. Rosen's Animal Poems
1 book · Ages 6–10

Standalone Books (Ages 4–7)

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Avalanche
Michael J. Rosen
Follow a boy and his dog on an alphabetical, rhyming journey as a simple snowball toss spirals into a cosmic avalanche,
Ages 4–7
Cover of With a Dog Like That, a Kid Like Me--
With a Dog Like That, a Kid Like Me--
Michael J. Rosen
Follow an imaginative boy as he sees his dog as a slippery seal, a mischievous billy goat, or a stealthy crocodile, all
Ages 4–11
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ChaseR: A Novel in E-mails
Michael J. Rosen
Follow a young protagonist as they navigate the challenges and discoveries of moving to a new house and a new rural envi
Ages 4–11
Cover of Chanukah Lights Everywhere
Chanukah Lights Everywhere
Michael J. Rosen
Experience the Festival of Lights like never before with this exquisite pop-up book. Follow the menorah's glow through h
Ages 4–11
Cover of My Dog! A Kids' Guide to Keeping a Happy and Healthy Pet
My Dog! A Kids' Guide to Keeping a Happy and Healthy Pet
Michael J. Rosen
This engaging guide covers everything kids need to know about dog ownership, from choosing the right breed to training t
Ages 4–11
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Let's Build a Playground
Michael J. Rosen
For families eager to spark community spirit and the joy of working together, this true story shows how kids and adults
Ages 6–9
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The Tale of Rescue
Michael J. Rosen
A family's snowy weekend getaway turns perilous when a sudden blizzard strands them in the Appalachian foothills. Their
Ages 4–11
Cover of A Ben of All Trades: The Most Inventive Boyhood of Benjamin Franklin
A Ben of All Trades: The Most Inventive Boyhood of Benjamin Franklin
Michael J. Rosen
For young innovators eager to discover how Benjamin Franklin's childhood curiosity sparked his incredible inventions, th
Ages 6–9
Cover of How to Spacewalk Co-written by the First American Woman to Walk in Space
How to Spacewalk Co-written by the First American Woman to Walk in Space
Kathryn Sullivan, Michael J. Rosen
For children captivated by space, this book sparks wonder and curiosity about the incredible feat of walking among the s
Ages 7–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
11 books
How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck-- and why Rhino is So GrumpyAvalancheWith a Dog Like That, a Kid Like Me--
Ages 8–11
11 books
How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck-- and why Rhino is So GrumpyWith a Dog Like That, a Kid Like Me--ChaseR: A Novel in E-mails
Ages 12–18
1 books
Don't Shoot! ChaseR's Top Ten Reasons Not to Move to the Country

Common Themes

Curiosity & WonderResilience & PerseveranceEmpathy & KindnessLove & FamilyCreativity & ImaginationAnimalsFriendship & LoyaltyJoy & Gratitude

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