Author & Illustrator Profile
Tedd Arnold
21 Books
Tedd Arnold is a celebrated American author and illustrator, widely recognized for his highly popular "Fly Guy" series of children's books. His engaging stories, often featuring a boy named Buzz and his pet fly, are beloved for their humor and accessibility, making them favorites among emergent readers. Arnold's distinctive style, combining simple text with expressive illustrations, has captivated young audiences and fostered a love for reading.
Books in "Fly Guy"
Get ready for the biggest, buggiest surprise party ever! Fly Guy is feeling a little sad because he really misses his family. To cheer up his tiny best friend, Buzz decides to plan a secret family reunion. He invites Fly Guy's mother, father, and all of his brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, and cousins. But there is one small problem Buzz did not expect: thousands and thousands of flies show up to celebrate! You will laugh out loud as the house fills up with a massive, buzzing crowd of insects. Fly Guy is absolutely thrilled to see everyone, but Buzz's parents might not be so happy about their new houseguests. Join the fun in this hilarious story about friendship, giant families, and a party that gets completely out of control!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Get ready for a spooky, silly, and incredibly sweet adventure! Buzz and Fly Guy have spent the entire day playing creepy games and making awesome arts and crafts. But when it is finally time for Buzz to go to sleep, Fly Guy decides to stay up and get busy with a secret project. While tossing and turning in bed, Buzz has a wild nightmare. He dreams that his tiny best friend has transformed into a gigantic, scary monster named Frankenfly! Will this massive bug cause total chaos in the house? Do not worry, because when Buzz finally wakes up, he discovers that there is absolutely nothing to fear. Packed with wacky dream sequences, hilarious illustrations, and a heartwarming message about friendship, this laugh-out-loud story proves that true best friends are never scary. Join your favorite buzzing buddy for a monster-sized mix-up!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Get ready to bust out your best ninja moves for the holidays! It is Christmazzz Eve, and Fly Guy has a big problem. He still needs to find the absolute perfect present for his best friend, Buzz. While searching the house in the middle of the night, Fly Guy spots a mysterious stranger sneaking around the living room. Thinking his home is under attack, our brave little hero unleashes his ultimate ninja action! But this stranger has a big white beard and a bright red suit. Could Fly Guy be fighting Santa Claus? Prepare for a wildly funny holiday adventure filled with knocked-over Christmas trees, hilarious mix-ups, and plenty of festive cheer. You will be laughing out loud as you watch your favorite buzzing buddy try to save the day and discover the true meaning of friendship during the most wonderful time of the year.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Prepare yourself for the most dangerous field trip ever! Fly Guy loves hanging out with his best friend Buzz, so he secretly tags along for a day of learning at school. But this is not just any normal school day. The class is heading out on a special tour, and their destination is a bug's worst nightmare! When the bus pulls up to a giant flyswatter factory, Fly Guy finds himself surrounded by his ultimate enemy. With mechanical swatters swinging everywhere and a factory boss who hates bugs, our tiny hero must use all his flying skills to survive. Can Fly Guy dodge the machines, outsmart the factory workers, and make it back to Buzz in one piece? Packed with fast-paced action and laugh-out-loud moments, this thrilling adventure proves that even the smallest friends can be the bravest heroes when things get sticky.
6-8 Years
Buckle up for the wildest family road trip ever! Mom and Dad have decided that Fly Guy has to stay home while they go on vacation because they are worried he will get lost. But when Dad accidentally shuts the tiny bug in the car trunk, Fly Guy ends up coming along for the ride anyway! From hiding in a smelly garbage can at the picnic site to blending into a modern painting at the art museum, Fly Guy keeps popping up in the most unexpected places. He even turns up inside a seashell at the beach! But when the family takes a wrong turn and gets completely lost, they need a hero. Can Fly Guy soar high into the sky and navigate his favorite family safely back home? Packed with hilarious mix-ups and silly surprises, this adventure proves that big help can come from tiny friends.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Buzz is going on a picnic, but wait! He forgot his best friend, Fly Guy! Poor Fly Guy is sad and super hungry, so he sets off on his own quest for his favorite kind of food.
Join Fly Guy as he buzzes around, trying to find a yummy snack. He gets shooed away from all sorts of things, like a big juicy hamburger, a delicious pizza, and even a dog’s bone! What could Fly Guy’s perfect meal be? It has to be oozy, lumpy, smelly, and brown. Can you guess what stinky, sweet treat Fly Guy is searching for?
Laugh along with Tedd Arnold's silly drawings and funny words in this awesome adventure. It’s a hilarious journey to discover the one special food that only Fly Guy could love!
6-8 Years
30 Pages
Buzz has his camera ready to film the most epic movie about aliens from outer space. But the action gets a little too real when our heroes, Fly Guy and Buzz Boy, are suddenly snatched up by a mysterious alien ship! Now, you are caught right in the middle of a high-flying rescue mission. Can this dynamic duo outsmart a tricky crew of extraterrestrials and space pirates? Thankfully, they have Dragon Dude and Fly Girl zooming in to help save the day. Grab your popcorn and get ready for a hilarious, out-of-this-world adventure packed with action, teamwork, and plenty of laughs. This fast-paced story is perfect for fueling your imagination and keeping you turning pages until the very last scene.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Prepare for an epic superhero showdown! Buzz has decided to write his very own action-packed comic book, and he knows exactly who the stars should be. Meet Buzz Boy and his trusty sidekick, Super Fly Guy! In this thrilling imaginary adventure, our dynamic duo must use their incredible powers to protect their home from some seriously tough villains. When a fierce, fire-breathing dragon and a sneaky band of pirates team up to cause trouble, it is up to Buzz Boy and his buzzing best friend to save the day. Will their super skills be enough to defeat the bad guys and restore peace to the neighborhood? Packed with hilarious comic-style illustrations, high-flying action, and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments, this exciting story proves that even the smallest heroes can pack a massive punch. Get ready to fly into action with your favorite bug!
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Watch out, because Grandma has a very strange appetite! Buzz is visiting his grandmother, and of course, his best friend Fly Guy comes along for the fun trip. But things take a wild and wacky turn when Grandma accidentally swallows Fly Guy whole! To fix her mistake, Grandma decides to swallow a spider to catch the fly. When that does not work, she swallows a bird, then a cat, and even a dog! As Grandma gets ready to gulp down an entire horse, Buzz starts to panic. How will his tiny buzzing buddy ever escape this ridiculous mess? Packed with hilarious slapstick comedy and incredibly silly drawings, this laugh-out-loud adventure puts a fresh spin on a classic rhyme. You will be cheering for the smartest bug in town as he tries to outwit a very hungry grandmother and save the day!
6-8 Years
30 Pages
Finding the perfect pet is a lot harder than it looks, especially when you are a bug! While hanging out at the park, Fly Guy notices that everyone else seems to have a furry or scaly friend to play with. Now, he wants a pet of his very own, and Buzz is determined to help him find one. But their search quickly turns into a hilarious disaster! A friendly dog tries to lick Fly Guy, a hungry frog tries to chase him, and a tiny cricket is just way too jumpy to be a good companion. Will the smartest bug in town ever find the perfect animal to call his own? Packed with laugh-out-loud slapstick comedy and incredibly silly illustrations, this heartwarming adventure proves that the best friends come in the most unexpected packages. Join Buzz and Fly Guy on their wacky, wonderful search!
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Once upon a time, in a land filled with magic and bugs, a tiny hero embarked on an epic quest! Buzz has a big homework assignment to write his very own fairy tale, and he needs his best friend's help. When Buzz suggests that Fly Guy could play the role of a smelly pig herder or an ugly troll, the little bug refuses. Instead, Fly Guy decides he wants to be the handsome prince! In this hilarious imaginary adventure, Prince Fly Guy bravely flies toward a dark and spooky castle. Armed with his buzzing skills, he must fend off a massive giant and rescue a beautiful princess from danger. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, silly drawings, and plenty of action, this zany twist on a classic storybook will keep you giggling. Grab your crown and get ready for a royal adventure with your favorite bug!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Hold on tight for the wildest trip of your life! When Fly Guy goes for a simple car ride with Buzz and his dad, a strong gust of wind blows him right out the window. Suddenly, this tiny pet is on a massive adventure he never expected. You will gasp and laugh as Fly Guy accidentally flies into a truck driver's mouth, tumbles onto a boat, and even lands on a speeding circus train. From soaring high in an airplane to bouncing around the city, this little bug just cannot seem to find his way back to his best friend. Will Fly Guy ever make it home safely to Buzz? Get ready for a fast paced, hilarious journey full of crazy vehicles and silly surprises that will keep you turning the pages!
6-8 Years
Watch out, because the world's favorite bug is about to get supersized! While searching for a tasty snack, Fly Guy accidentally munches on some glowing green garbage from a radioactive trash can. Suddenly, he starts to grow, and grow, and grow, until he is a massive fifty feet tall! Now, a giant Fly Guy is stomping through the city, and the police and military are getting ready to attack. Buzz knows his best friend is not a dangerous monster, but how can he prove it? Teaming up with a brilliant scientist, Buzz must race against the clock to figure out a way to shrink his giant buddy back to normal size before it is too late. Packed with thrilling action, hilarious mix-ups, and epic illustrations, this larger-than-life adventure proves that true friendship comes in all sizes. Get ready for a massive rescue mission!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Dinner at a fancy hotel restaurant is supposed to be a quiet, polite family event. But when your best friend is a bug, things are bound to get messy! Buzz has to leave Fly Guy outside, but a hungry pet fly cannot resist the delicious smells drifting from the hotel kitchen. Soon, you are zipping through the air with Fly Guy as he follows his nose straight into a giant bowl of soup. What starts as a simple sniff turns into a massive, hilarious disaster filled with flying food, frantic waiters, and total dining room chaos. Dive right into the silliest dinner party ever and see how Buzz and his tiny pet manage to turn a highly sophisticated evening into an absolute zoo!
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Why do I have to brush my teeth? Why do cats climb trees? And why do elephants have those long trunks? If you love asking "why?" then get ready to discover tons of answers with your favorite fly, Fly Guy!
Join Buzz and his tiny, buzzing pal Fly Guy as they explore all sorts of fascinating questions about the world around us. You'll find out the reasons behind everyday mysteries, from animals to your own body, all explained in a fun, easy-to-understand way. This book is packed with colorful pictures, funny comic strips, and even exciting science projects and activities you can try at home! So, if you're curious about how things work, team up with Fly Guy and get ready to learn something new on every page!
6-8 Years
128 Pages
Get ready to hit the football field with your favorite buzzing buddy! When Coach says that flies cannot play football, Buzz and Fly Guy are ready to prove him completely wrong. You will laugh out loud as you watch this tiny insect try to kick a giant football, go out for a long pass, and even tackle his best friend Buzz. Playing sports is not easy when you are the size of a bug, but Fly Guy has a few special tricks up his sleeve. Will the coach finally let him join the big game? This hilarious story is packed with silly jokes, fun action, and a touchdown dance you have to see to believe. Grab your helmet and join the team for a sports adventure that shows how even the smallest players can make the biggest plays!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Buzz and his pet fly, Fly Guy, are playing an epic game of hide-and-seek. Fly Guy finds the absolute best hiding spot in a wonderfully smelly garbage can. But before Buzz can even finish counting, the garbage truck arrives and hauls the trash away, taking Fly Guy right along with it! Buzz chases the rumbling truck all the way to the town dump to rescue his tiny best friend. When Buzz arrives, he faces a massive problem. There are zillions of flies buzzing around the giant piles of trash. Every time Buzz thinks he spots his pet, he ends up getting boinked, bitten, or completely ignored by a grumpy stranger fly. Can Buzz figure out a way to find his favorite bug in a massive swarm of lookalikes? Join the hilarious search in this silly, action-packed adventure perfect for newly independent readers.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Get ready to meet the most amazing new bug in town! Fly Guy thinks he is the best at doing fancy flying tricks and eating delightfully gross snacks. But then he meets his perfect match, and her name is Fly Girl! Fly Girl can fly even fancier loops, and she loves eating things that are even grosser than what Fly Guy eats. While Fly Guy can say his best friend's name, Buzzzzzz, Fly Girl can say her friend's name, Lizzzzzzz! Fly Guy is totally impressed and completely smitten with his new friend. But Buzz is starting to get a little bit worried. If these two buzzing buddies fall in love, will Fly Guy pack his bags and leave his favorite boy behind? Packed with hilarious jokes, silly drawings, and plenty of fun, this delightful story proves that there is always room for one more friend in the sky.
6-8 Years
34 Pages
Buzz has been teaching his pet fly, Fly Guy, some seriously awesome new tricks! There is The Backstroke, The Dizzy Doozie, and the incredibly gross but hilarious Big Booger. But when Fly Guy decides to show off his new moves right in the middle of dinner time, he gets into a bit of trouble. Buzz has to remind his tiny friend that tricks are only for when he gives the command. It turns out, those wacky tricks are about to come in very handy. When a neighborhood bully starts picking on Buzz and Fly Guy, it is time to put their practice to the test. Can Fly Guy's zany stunts save the day and send the bully packing? Get ready to laugh out loud in this hilarious adventure. With simple words and funny pictures, it is the perfect story for practicing your reading skills while enjoying the silly, gross-out humor you love.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Get ready for the messiest, funniest school lunch ever! Fly Guy absolutely loves visiting the school cafeteria. To a bug, the dirty dishes, smelly mops, and overflowing garbage cans are an absolute paradise! But the grumpy lunch ladies do not agree. When they spot a fly buzzing around their kitchen, total chaos breaks out! Pots and pans go flying, food gets splattered everywhere, and the poor lunch lady ends up losing her job. Even though Fly Guy accidentally caused a massive disaster, he is determined to make things right. It is time for him to unleash his secret powers and prove that he is a true Super Fly Guy! Packed with hilarious slapstick comedy, silly drawings, and fast-paced action, this laugh-out-loud adventure will have you cheering for the smartest bug in school. Grab your lunch tray and join the fun!
6-8 Years
30 Pages
A boy named Buzz needs a smart pet for The Amazing Pet Show. What does he find? A fly! Buzz thinks his new friend is the coolest pet ever. He even names him Fly Guy! But when Buzz brings Fly Guy home, his parents are not impressed. Flies are pests, not pets! The judges at the pet show agree. They think flies are just tiny bugs that belong outside. Now, Buzz and Fly Guy have to prove everyone wrong. Can a tiny insect really do amazing tricks? Can he even learn to say his owner's name? Get ready for a hilarious adventure about an unlikely friendship. This silly story is packed with funny moments that will keep you laughing from beginning to end.
6-8 Years
30 Pages
