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Pioneers of Children's Books

2 books · Ages 6–10 · Picture Books, Chapter Books

Pioneers of Children's Books is a 2-book series for ages 6–10 by Michelle Markel. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Balderdash! John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books and Tomfoolery! Randolph Caldecott and the Rambunctious Coming-of-Age of Children's Books are great first picks.

All Books

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

Tomfoolery! Randolph Caldecott and the Rambunctious Coming-of-Age of Children's Books

Tomfoolery! Randolph Caldecott and the Rambunctious Coming-of-Age of Children's Books2016

Balderdash! John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books

Balderdash! John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books2017

What This Series Covers

Creativity & Imagination Resilience & Perseverance Joy & Gratitude Art & Creativity History Writing & Storytelling

All books by Michelle Markel →

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