Books by Shigeo Watanabe

8 books · Ages 1–11

Known for the I Can and I Can Do It series, Shigeo Watanabe writes picture books and middle grade for ages 1–11, exploring themes of bears, joy & gratitude, love & family.

Series

I Can Take a Bath!
I'm the King of the Castle!
I Can Build a House!
I Can
6 books · Ages 4–11
Hallo, How Are You?
I Can Do It
1 book · Ages 1–4
I'm Playing with Papa
Little Bear
1 book · Ages 1–4

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
2 books
Hallo, How Are You?
I'm Playing with Papa
Ages 4–7
8 books
Where's My Daddy?
I'm the King of the Castle!
Hallo, How Are You?
Ages 8–11
4 books
Where's My Daddy?
I Can Build a House!
Daddy, Play with Me

Common Themes

BearsJoy & GratitudeLove & FamilyFamily & SiblingsSelf-Confidence & IdentityGrowing UpCreativity & ImaginationFear & Bravery

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