Books by William Pene Du Bois

William Pene Du Bois writes picture books and middle grade for ages 4–12, exploring themes of nature & outdoors, friendship & loyalty, creativity & imagination.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Newbery Awards Library: A Wrinkle in Time, The Twenty-One Balloons, Strawberry Girl, Thimble Summer, & Roller Skates

William Pene Du Bois, Lois Lenski, Elizabeth Enright, Ruth Sawyer, Madeline L'Engle

For the young reader ready to explore the best of children's literature, from magical science fiction to heartwarming hi

Ages 8–12

The Twenty-One Balloons

William Pene du Bois

For the child who dreams of escaping the everyday to discover a world of mechanical wonders, clever contraptions, and im

Ages 8–12

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

1 books

Ages 8–11

3 books

Ages 12–18

2 books

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Nonasaurus and Me

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Trouble River

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Shakespeare Makes the Playoffs

Robert Newton Peck

Banjo

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Many Voices Building Erie, The Canal That Changed America