Books by Michael Rosen

20 books · Ages 2–12

Michael Rosen has 20 books on Wonderlit spanning ages 2–12.

Standalone Books

Cover of You Can't Catch Me
You Can't Catch Me
Michael Rosen
A lively and humorous collection of poems that celebrates the everyday fun and chaos of childhood and family life.
Ages 4–11
Cover of This is Our House
This is Our House
Michael Rosen
George loves his cardboard box house, but he won't let anyone else in. When the tables turn, he discovers how it feels t
Ages 4–11
Cover of Mission Ziffoid
Mission Ziffoid
Michael Rosen
When a spaceship crash strands a boy on the planet Ziffoid, he discovers a world of energetic and playful aliens in this
Ages 4–11
Cover of We're Going on a Bear Hunt
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Michael Rosen
Join a brave family and their dog as they swishy swashy through grass, splishy splashy through a river, and squelch sque
Ages 2–6
Cover of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet
Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet
Michael Rosen
Experience the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, retold in accessible prose with original lines from Shakespeare's pla
Ages 4–11
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Michael Rosen's Sad Book
Michael Rosen
Michael Rosen shares his personal experience of sadness after the death of his son, beautifully illustrated by Quentin B
Ages 4–11
Cover of Dickens: His Work and His World
Dickens: His Work and His World
Michael Rosen
Explore the life and times of Charles Dickens, from his childhood to his rise as a literary giant. This engaging biograp
Ages 7–11
Cover of Red Ted and the Lost Things
Red Ted and the Lost Things
Michael Rosen
Red Ted, a beloved teddy bear, finds himself lost on a train. With the help of new friends, he uses his cleverness to na
Ages 4–11
Cover of I'm Number One
I'm Number One
Michael Rosen
When a wind-up soldier declares himself 'Number One' and bosses all the other toys around, they feel terrible. But soon,
Ages 4–11
Cover of Tiny Little Fly
Tiny Little Fly
Michael Rosen, Kevin Waldron
A tiny fly delights in teasing a great big elephant, hippo, and tiger, leading to a lively and humorous chase through th
Ages 4–11
Cover of The Bus Is for Us
The Bus Is for Us
Michael Rosen
Join an exuberant group of children as they explore various ways to travel, from bikes to trains, before realizing the s
Ages 4–11
Cover of Bah! Humbug!
Bah! Humbug!
Michael Rosen
Harry Gruber is nervous about playing Scrooge in his school's "A Christmas Carol," especially because his usually absent
Ages 4–11
Cover of What's So Special About Shakespeare?
What's So Special About Shakespeare?
Michael Rosen
Join acclaimed poet Michael Rosen on a lively journey through the life and times of William Shakespeare. Discover why hi
Ages 4–11
Cover of A Dog's Tale: Life Lessons for a Pup
A Dog's Tale: Life Lessons for a Pup
Michael Rosen
Experience the world through the eyes of a brave dog who saves a child, only to suffer cruel injustice and heartbreaking
Ages 7–11
Cover of The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II
The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II
Michael Rosen
Award-winning author Michael Rosen traces his family's history, revealing the stories of relatives who vanished during t
Ages 8–12
Cover of On the Move: Home Is Where You Find It
On the Move: Home Is Where You Find It
Michael Rosen
Through evocative poetry, Michael Rosen shares stories of journeys, prejudice, and the enduring human spirit, drawing on
Ages 4–11
Cover of Ready for Spaghetti: Funny Poems for Funny Kids
Ready for Spaghetti: Funny Poems for Funny Kids
Michael Rosen
A delightful collection of bouncy, rhythmic poems by Michael Rosen that celebrate the playful and silly moments of a you
Ages 4–11
Cover of Sticky McStickstick: The Friend Who Helped Me Walk Again
Sticky McStickstick: The Friend Who Helped Me Walk Again
Michael Rosen
Join beloved author Michael Rosen as he recounts his real-life recovery from a severe illness. With the help of doctors,
Ages 4–11
Cover of One Day: A True Story of Survival in the Holocaust
One Day: A True Story of Survival in the Holocaust
Michael Rosen
Discover a true story of courage and resilience during the Holocaust, sensitively told for children aged 4-11. This powe
Ages 4–11
Cover of Oh Dear, Look What I Got!
Oh Dear, Look What I Got!
Michael Rosen
When a boy tries to buy everyday items like a carrot or a hat, he keeps getting a different animal instead. Soon, he has
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0-3
1 books
We're Going on a Bear Hunt
Ages 4-7
19 books
You Can't Catch MeThis is Our HouseMission Ziffoid
Ages 8-11
19 books
You Can't Catch MeThis is Our HouseMission Ziffoid
Ages 12-18
1 books
The Missing: The True Story of My Family in World War II

Common Themes

Empathy & KindnessSelf-Confidence & IdentityResilience & PerseveranceCuriosity & WonderLove & FamilyFear & BraveryGrowing UpFamily & Siblings

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