Books by Virginia Lee Burton

4 books · Ages 3–11

Virginia Lee Burton writes picture books and middle grade for ages 3–11, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, teamwork & collaboration.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Cover of Calico the Wonder Horse
Calico the Wonder Horse
Virginia Lee Burton
Calico the Wonder Horse outwits a gang of outlaws and saves Christmas in this action-packed, humorous Wild West adventur
Ages 4–11

By Age Range

Ages 0–3
3 books
Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel
Katy and the Big Snow
Maybelle, the Cable Car
Ages 4–7
4 books
Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel
Katy and the Big Snow
Maybelle, the Cable Car
Ages 8–11
1 books
Calico the Wonder Horse

Common Themes

Resilience & PerseveranceSelf-Confidence & IdentityTeamwork & CollaborationEmpathy & KindnessJoy & GratitudeBeing DifferentJustice & FairnessAnimals

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