Books by Shawn K. Stout

4 books · Ages 4–12

Known for the Penelope Crumb series, Shawn K. Stout writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, alongside 1 standalone book, exploring themes of loneliness & belonging, resilience & perseverance, friendship & social.

Series

Penelope Crumb Finds Her Luck
Penelope Crumb Is Mad at the Moon
Penelope Crumb Never Forgets
Penelope Crumb
3 books · Ages 4–11

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of A Tiny Piece of Sky
A Tiny Piece of Sky
Shawn K. Stout
For children navigating tough times, this book shows how hope can be found even in bleak circumstances, celebrating the
Ages 9–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7
3 books
Penelope Crumb Never ForgetsPenelope Crumb Finds Her LuckPenelope Crumb Is Mad at the Moon
Ages 8–11
4 books
Penelope Crumb Never ForgetsPenelope Crumb Finds Her LuckPenelope Crumb Is Mad at the Moon
Ages 12–18
1 books
A Tiny Piece of Sky

Common Themes

Loneliness & BelongingResilience & PerseveranceFriendship & SocialBeing DifferentMaking FriendsSelf-Confidence & IdentityFriendship & LoyaltyCuriosity & Wonder

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