Children's books in order

All 21 Peter H. Reynolds children's picture books in order, from Fizz & Martina (1993) to his most recent releases, covering creativity, kindness, and self-expression.

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 Fizz & Martina in the Incredible Not-For-Profit Pet Resort Mystery 1993 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
2 The North Star 1997 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
3 Sydney’s Star 2001 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
4 So Few of Me 2006 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
5 The Best Kid in the World 2006 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
6 My Very Big Little World 2006 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
7 Rose’s Garden 2009 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
8 I’m Here 2011 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
9 The Smallest Gift of Christmas 2013 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
10 Little Bad Wolf 2013 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
11 Going Places 2014 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
12 Playing from the Heart 2016 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
13 Happy Dreamer 2017 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
14 The Word Collector 2018 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
15 Say Something 2019 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
16 Be You! 2020 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
17 Make Your Mark Gallery 2020 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
18 Little Happy Dreamer 2020 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
19 Our Table 2021 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
20 Love You by Heart 2021 Peter H. Reynolds Buy
21 All We Need Is Love and a Really Soft Pillow! 2023 Peter H. Reynolds Buy

Peter H. Reynolds’ standalone children’s books span three decades of picture book publishing, from his early work Fizz & Martina in 1993 to titles like All We Need Is Love and a Really Soft Pillow! in 2023. While the Creatrilogy gets the most attention, these individual titles cover a wide range of topics — from the quiet contentment of Rose’s Garden to the empowering message of Say Something.

Many of these books have found their way into school curricula and social-emotional learning programs. The Word Collector (2018) has become particularly popular in literacy education, and Be You! (2020) is used in discussions about identity and self-acceptance. Reynolds’ watercolor illustration style gives all of these books a warm, approachable look that pairs well with their gentle but meaningful messages.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Children's series?

There are 21 books in the Children’s series, published between 1993 and 2023.

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

The first book in the Children’s series is Fizz & Martina in the Incredible Not-For-Profit Pet Resort Mystery, published in 1993.

What themes run through Peter H. Reynolds' children's books?

Reynolds’ books consistently explore creativity, self-expression, kindness, and individuality. Whether it’s collecting words, dreaming big, or simply being yourself, his stories encourage children to trust their instincts and appreciate what makes them unique.

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