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Tales from Fern Hollow Books in Order | Wonderlit

Tales from Fern Hollow

2 books · Ages 3–8

Tales from Fern Hollow is a 2-book series for ages 3–8 by John Patience. Each book stands alone — start anywhere.

Where to Start

Start anywhere — each book stands alone.

That said, Mr. Rusty's New House and Mrs. Merryweather's Letter are great first picks.

All Books

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

Mrs. Merryweather's Letter

Mrs. Merryweather's Letter1982

Mr. Rusty's New House

Mr. Rusty's New House1983

What This Series Covers

Patience & Waiting Animals Nature & Outdoors Resilience & Perseverance Empathy & Kindness Humor

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