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Mr. Small Books in Order | Wonderlit

Mr. Small

3 books · Ages 2–7

Mr. Small is a 3-book series for ages 2–7 by Lois Lenski. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, The Little Airplane and The Little Fire Engine are great first picks.

All Books

No particular order needed — browse and pick what catches your eye.

The Little Airplane

The Little Airplane1938

The Little Fire Engine

The Little Fire Engine1946

Policeman Small

Policeman Small1962

What This Series Covers

Vehicles & Machines Curiosity & Wonder Pride & Accomplishment Building & Engineering Empathy & Kindness History

All books by Lois Lenski →

What to Read Next

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Cover of Luke on the Loose

Luke on the Loose

For the energetic child who struggles to stay by your side when something exciting catches their eye, this fast-paced ch

Cover of This Little Chick

This Little Chick

For the curious toddler discovering their voice. This rhythmic farmyard romp celebrates the joy of exploration and the f

Cover of The Solar System Discover the Mysteries of Our Sun and Neighboring Planets

The Solar System Discover the Mysteries of Our Sun and Neighboring Planets

For the child who gazes at the night sky with endless questions about what lies beyond our clouds and how the planets st

Cover of Cowboy Country

Cowboy Country

Ann Herbert Scott

For children captivated by the Wild West, this authentic account from an old buckaroo bridges the gap between legendary

Ages 6–10

Cover of Jumping Mouse

For the child who feels small in a big world, this Native American legend explores how sacrifice and kindness can transf

Cover of Digger on the Run

Digger on the Run

For the budding explorer who is starting to crave independence and needs a gentle nudge to navigate the world safely.

Cover of Thumbelina

Hans Christian Andersen, Brian Alderson

For the child who feels small in a big world or is searching for where they truly belong. A classic tale of finding home

Cover of Amanda The Elf

Sarita Davi Publishing

For the child eager to help with holiday preparations, this gentle story follows a girl elf discovering the joy of being