Children's books in order

Q: "How many books are in the Children's series?"

"There are three books in the Children's series, published between 1969 and 1982."

Q: "What is the first book in the Children's series?"

"The first book in the Children's series is Butch Elects a Mayor, published in 1969."

Q: "Are these the same books as the other Helene Hanff children's series?"

"Yes, these three titles are the same children's books that appear in the Helene Hanff Children's Books series."

Reading order

#	Title	Published	Author	Buy on Amazon
1	Butch Elects a Mayor	1969	Helene Hanff	Buy
2	Queen of England: The story of Elizabeth I	1969	Helene Hanff	Buy
3	The Movers and Shakers: The Young Activists of the Sixties	1982	Helene Hanff	Buy

These three children’s titles are the same books found in Hanff’s other children’s book listing. Butch Elects a Mayor, Queen of England, and The Movers and Shakers each approach a different subject for young readers, from local government to Tudor history to 1960s activism.

Hanff brought the same readable, engaging style to her children’s books that she used in her adult non-fiction. The books are products of their time but remain interesting as examples of how a skilled writer can make complex subjects work for younger audiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Children's series?

There are three books in the Children’s series, published between 1969 and 1982.

What is the first book in the Children's series?

The first book in the Children’s series is Butch Elects a Mayor, published in 1969.

Are these the same books as the other Helene Hanff children's series?

Yes, these three titles are the same children’s books that appear in the Helene Hanff Children’s Books series.

Reading order#

Frequently Asked Questions

Reading order