Author Profile
Laura Numeroff
22 Books
Laura Numeroff is a beloved American children's author, celebrated for her iconic "If You Give..." series of picture books. These whimsical stories, including "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" and "If You Give a Moose a Muffin," creatively explore circular cause-and-effect relationships, delighting young readers. Her engaging narratives and memorable characters have made her a staple in children's literature, often featuring illustrations by Felicia Bond.
If You Give...
Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Crafts
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If You Give...
If You Take a Mouse to the Movies
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Family
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If You Give...
If You Give a Moose a Muffin
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Baking
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If You Give...
Time for School, Mouse!
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Humor
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If You Give...
If You Take a Mouse to School
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Fiction
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What Do Best
What Grandmas Do Best; What Grandpas Do Best
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Emotions
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If You Give...
Happy Easter, Mouse!
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Friendship
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Dogs Don't Wear Sneakers
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Dogs
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If You Give...
If You Give a Cat a Cupcake
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Baking
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If You Give...
If You Give a Pig a Pancake
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Fiction
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If You Give...
If You Give a Pig a Party
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Friendship
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Chimps Don't Wear Glasses
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Humor
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If You Give...
If You Give a Mouse a Brownie
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Baking
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If You Give...
Merry Christmas, Mouse!
Laura Numeroff
Animals
Holidays
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Raising a Hero
Laura Numeroff, Sean Hanrahan
Animals
Dogs
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What Do Best
What Mommies Do Best; What Daddies Do Best
Laura Numeroff, Lynn Munsinger
Animals
Emotions
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If You Give...
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Laura Numeroff, Felicia Bond
Animals
Classics
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If You Give...
If You Take a Mouse to School
Laura Numeroff, Felicia Bond
Animals
Fiction
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Ponyella
Laura Numeroff, Nate Evans
Animals
Fairy Tales
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The Jellybeans
The Jellybeans and the Big Dance
Laura Numeroff, Nate Evans
Dancing
Empathy
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If You Give...
If You Give a Dog a Donut
Laura Numeroff, Felicia Bond
Animals
Dogs
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The Jellybeans
The Jellybeans and the Big Book Bonanza
Laura Numeroff, Nate Evans
Friendship
Libraries
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If You Give...
Happy Valentine's Day, Mouse!
By:
Laura Numeroff
Get ready to celebrate the sweetest holiday of the year with your favorite cookie-loving Mouse! It is Valentine's Day, and Mouse is busy making special cards for all of his best friends.
He wants each valentine to be absolutely perfect. For Pig, he makes a card that celebrates her amazing dancing skills. For Bunny, he creates one that shows off how great she is at hide-and-seek. As you follow along, you will see how Mouse takes the time to remember exactly what makes each of his friends so special.
This charming story is a wonderful way to explore the fun of making crafts and showing your friends how much you care about them. Plus, there is a fun surprise waiting at the very end that will leave you smiling!
6-8 Years
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Take a Mouse to the Movies
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Laura Numeroff
Jump in! If you take a mouse to the movies, you know what happens next! Get ready for a super fun Christmas adventure with your favorite little mouse friend. This special edition of the classic story is packed with holiday cheer.
What happens next? After the movies, Mouse might want popcorn, then he might want to decorate a Christmas tree, and pretty soon you'll be caroling with friends! One thing leads to another in this delightful tale that will have you giggling.
Why it pulls you in! Join in the festive fun as you read about all the exciting things Mouse wants to do for Christmas. This deluxe edition also comes with extra goodies like holiday recipes, songs, games, and activities to make your Christmas celebrations even more special with your family and Mouse!
6-8 Years
78 Pages
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If You Give...
If You Give a Moose a Muffin
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Laura Numeroff
Imagine looking out your window and seeing a giant, hungry moose standing in your yard! If you invite him inside and give him a warm muffin to make him feel at home, you are in for a very busy day.
First, he will definitely want some sweet blackberry jam to go with his treat. Once he eats that muffin, he will want another, and another, until they are all completely gone! Then, he will need you to take him to the store to buy more muffin mix, which will lead to even more hilarious requests.
Get ready for a wild and funny adventure as you try to keep up with this giant, lovable guest. This silly story is packed with laughs and unexpected surprises from start to finish!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
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If You Give...
Time for School, Mouse!
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Laura Numeroff
The morning bell is almost ready to ring, and it is time to head to school! There is just one big problem: Mouse cannot find his homework anywhere.
As he scrambles around trying to get ready, Mouse searches high and low for his missing assignment. He looks in all of his favorite hiding spots and uncovers plenty of other fun things along the way, but his homework is still missing! Will he be able to track it down before the school bus arrives?
Join this energetic little mouse on a frantic and funny morning search. This relatable adventure perfectly captures the silly chaos of trying to get out the door on a busy school day!
6-8 Years
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Take a Mouse to School
By:
Laura Numeroff
Get ready for the wildest, silliest school day ever! If you decide to bring a tiny, energetic mouse to your classroom, you are in for a huge surprise. First, he will probably ask you for your lunchbox. And once you hand over your lunchbox, he will definitely need a delicious sandwich to go inside it. But the fun does not stop there! Before you know it, this busy little mouse will want a notebook, some pencils, and even a spot in your backpack. From building giant block towers to making a spectacular science experiment, keeping up with your furry friend is a full-time job. Follow along as one simple choice turns into a hilarious chain reaction of classroom adventures. Packed with non-stop laughs and clever surprises, this playful story proves that sharing your school day with a mouse is anything but boring!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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What Do Best
What Grandmas Do Best; What Grandpas Do Best
By:
Laura Numeroff
Grandparents are truly special, and they know exactly how to make every day feel like a wonderful adventure! Whether you are spending time with your grandma or your grandpa, there is always something fun waiting to happen.
Grandmas are amazing at painting beautiful pictures, taking you on exciting picnics, and showing you how to dance. Grandpas are just as wonderful, whether they are playing a game of hide-and-seek, building a fantastic sandcastle, or singing a silly song. But no matter what fun activities they plan, there is one very important thing that both grandmas and grandpas do better than anyone else in the world!
Discover the joy and warmth of family in this sweet, two-in-one story that celebrates all the wonderful ways grandparents show their love.
6-8 Years
N/A
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If You Give...
Happy Easter, Mouse!
By:
Laura Numeroff
Spring has sprung, and it is time for a colorful holiday adventure with your favorite little mouse! Mouse is waking up to a wonderful surprise: someone has been leaving brightly painted Easter eggs all over his house.
As he explores from room to room, Mouse finds eggs hidden in the most unexpected places. Who could be leaving these beautiful treats behind? Follow along as Mouse goes on a fun-filled hunt to solve the mystery and gather up all the colorful eggs.
This cheerful and engaging story is the perfect way to celebrate the joy of Easter. Get ready for a delightful holiday search that will leave you smiling from ear to ear!
6-8 Years
26 Pages
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Have you ever seen a dog wearing a pair of cool sneakers? What about a pig wearing a fancy hat, or a Siamese cat dressed up in a silly dress? In the real world, animals do not wear clothes, but what if they did?
Get ready to laugh out loud as you explore a wacky world where animals do all the things that people do! From ducks riding bicycles to yaks skiing down snowy mountains, your imagination is about to run wild. The hilarious rhymes and bright, funny pictures will have you giggling at every page turn.
Dive into this cheerful and zany adventure, and see just how crazy and creative you can be when you dream up your own silly animal combinations!
6-8 Years
44 Pages
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Give a Cat a Cupcake
By:
Laura Numeroff
If you decide to give a playful cat a delicious cupcake, you had better be prepared for a very busy day! Naturally, he is going to ask for some colorful sprinkles to go on top.
But when you hand over the sprinkles, he might accidentally spill some on the floor. Cleaning up the mess will make him hot, which means he will suddenly need a bathing suit to cool off! And trust us, that is only the beginning of his wild and wacky demands. From trips to the beach to karate classes, this energetic feline will keep you on your toes.
Get ready for a hilarious, fast-paced adventure filled with silly surprises. This funny story proves that one tiny treat can lead to an entire afternoon of unforgettable fun!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
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If You Give...
If You Give a Pig a Pancake
By:
Laura Numeroff
What happens when a hungry little pig spots a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes? She is definitely going to want some of your favorite maple syrup to go with them! But watch out, because once she gets all sticky, she will need a bath. And once she is in the tub, she will ask for some bubbles. Before you know it, one simple pancake turns into a wild, hilarious adventure involving rubber ducks, tap shoes, cameras, and even a trip to the treehouse! This classic, laugh-out-loud story takes you on a wacky chain reaction of events. Get ready to follow along as one busy little pig keeps her friend guessing what she might ask for next. Will she ever make her way back to the breakfast table?
6-8 Years
32 Pages
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If You Give...
If You Give a Pig a Party
By:
Laura Numeroff
If you give a playful pig a party, she is definitely going to ask for some balloons! And once you hand over those balloons, she will want to decorate the entire house to make it look perfectly festive.
Of course, a beautifully decorated house means she needs to put on her absolute favorite dress. Once she is all dressed up, she will have to call all her best friends to join in on the fun. Before you know it, you will be swept up in a whirlwind of silly party preparations!
This hilarious adventure brings back the lovable little pig for another day of endless requests and funny surprises. Get ready to laugh out loud as you follow along with her wild and wonderful celebration!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
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Have you ever seen a camel sing a song or a panda pole vault high into the air? Probably not! In the real world, animals do not do these kinds of wacky things. But what happens when you close your eyes and let your imagination run wild?
Get ready for a hilarious journey into a world full of preposterous predicaments and silly animal antics. You will discover a zany collection of creatures doing the most unexpected and ridiculous activities you can dream up.
Filled with cheerful rhymes and laugh-out-loud moments, this playful book invites you to picture the impossible. It is a wonderfully funny adventure that proves just how wild and creative your mind can be!
6-8 Years
36 Pages
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Give a Mouse a Brownie
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Laura Numeroff
What happens when you offer a delicious, chocolatey treat to a very energetic little mouse? Get ready for a wild and wacky adventure right in your own neighborhood!
If you give this famous mouse a brownie, he is definitely going to need something to go with it. And once he gets started, one simple request will quickly turn into an entire day of non-stop fun, silly surprises, and a whole lot of running around.
With its bouncy rhythm and hilarious chain of events, this delightful story will keep you guessing what the mouse will ask for next. It is a wonderfully funny tale that proves a tiny snack can lead to the biggest adventures!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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If You Give...
Merry Christmas, Mouse!
By:
Laura Numeroff
Get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with your favorite little mouse! The holiday season is here, and Mouse is very busy getting his home ready for Christmas.
His favorite job is decorating the Christmas tree, and he needs your help to make it look absolutely perfect. As Mouse carefully adds bright and shiny ornaments to the branches one by one, you can count along with him. How many decorations will it take to make the tree sparkle?
This cheerful holiday adventure is a fantastic way to practice your counting skills while enjoying the magic of the season. It is a joyful, festive story that will put you right in the Christmas spirit!
6-8 Years
27 Pages
N/A
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Meet Max, a determined little puppy with a very big job ahead of him! Max is training to become a life-changing helper dog, which means he has to learn how to do all sorts of important tasks. From opening doors to turning on lights and even helping take off shoes, Max has a lot of hard work to do.
His puppy raiser, Sam, takes him everywhere to practice his skills. Max gets to ride the bus, go to puppy kindergarten, and even visit restaurants. But being a good puppy is tough, especially when you have to stay quietly under the table while delicious french fries are nearby!
Follow along on this heartwarming adventure as Max learns what it takes to earn his special yellow vest. You will discover the amazing ways dogs can help people and see how a playful puppy transforms into a true hero.
6-8 Years
7 Pages
N/A
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What Do Best
What Mommies Do Best; What Daddies Do Best
Parents are truly amazing, and they know exactly how to make every single day feel special! Whether you are spending time with your mom or your dad, there is always something fun and exciting waiting to happen.
Mommies are fantastic at painting beautiful pictures, taking you on exciting picnics, and showing you how to dance. Daddies are just as wonderful, whether they are playing a game of hide-and-seek, building a fantastic sandcastle, or singing a silly song. But no matter what fun activities they plan, there is one very important thing that both mommies and daddies do better than anyone else in the world!
Discover the joy and warmth of family in this sweet, two-in-one story that celebrates all the wonderful ways parents show their love.
6-8 Years
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
It all starts with a simple, sweet treat. If you give a hungry little mouse a chocolate chip cookie, he is definitely going to ask for a glass of milk to go with it.
But the requests do not stop there! Once you give him the milk, he will probably ask for a straw. Then he will need a napkin to wipe his face, a mirror to check for a milk mustache, and maybe even a pair of scissors for a quick trim. Before you know it, one tiny cookie has turned into a full day of hilarious chores and wild activities!
Follow along on this classic, laugh-out-loud adventure that proves just how exhausting and fun it can be to entertain a very bossy little mouse.
6-8 Years
46 Pages
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Take a Mouse to School
Revisit a beloved classic that masterfully explores the chaotic and hilarious nature of cause and effect. When a demanding little mouse is taken to school, a simple request for a lunchbox quickly spirals into an endless chain of increasingly complex demands.
From needing a sandwich and a notebook to eventually taking over a backpack, the mouse's relentless energy turns an ordinary school day into an unpredictable adventure. This iconic story highlights the humorous consequences of giving in to seemingly small requests, showcasing a brilliant narrative loop that has captivated readers for years.
Whether you are analyzing its clever circular structure or simply enjoying a nostalgic trip back to a childhood favorite, this charming tale remains a delightful exploration of friendship, patience, and the unexpected domino effects of everyday choices.
13-18 Years
30 Pages
N/A
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Which lucky pony will the magical diamond horseshoe fit? Ponyella has a big dream: she wants to show Princess Penelope her amazing leaps and jumps at the Grand Royal Pony Championship.
Unfortunately, she shares a farm with Plumpkin and Bun Bun, two mean ponies who make her do all the chores. They tell Ponyella she is much too dirty to ever be a champion. But when a magical fairy godmare appears, Ponyella's coat turns marshmallow white and her mane becomes silky and beautiful!
Princess Penelope loves Ponyella's tricks right away, but there is a catch. The magic will run out right at noon! This clever and playful twist on the classic Cinderella story is filled with fun, friendship, and a little bit of pony magic.
6-8 Years
N/A
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The Jellybeans
The Jellybeans and the Big Dance
Emily absolutely loves to dance, and she cannot wait to start her new dance class! She is sure she will meet other girls who are exactly like her. But when she arrives, she gets a big surprise.
Instead of finding girls who only love ballet, Emily meets Nicole, a sporty tomboy who would rather be playing soccer. She also meets Bitsy, who is obsessed with arts and crafts, and Anna, a quiet bookworm who does not want to dance at all! At first, it seems like they have nothing in common. But as the big dance recital gets closer, the girls realize that working together is the only way to succeed.
Join these four unique friends as they learn to celebrate their differences and discover that, just like a bag of jellybeans, they are even better when they are together!
6-8 Years
36 Pages
N/A
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If You Give...
If You Give a Dog a Donut
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you shared a sweet treat with a playful pup? If you give a dog a donut, he is definitely going to ask for some apple juice to wash it down!
Once you hand over the juice, he will drink it all up in a flash. But the fun does not stop there. Before you can even say woof, this energetic dog will be off on a wild and wacky backyard adventure, dragging you right along with him!
Get ready for a hilarious day filled with flying kites, playing baseball, and making a giant mess. This funny and fast-paced story shows exactly how much chaos and joy one little donut can cause!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
N/A
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The Jellybeans
The Jellybeans and the Big Book Bonanza
The Jellybeans are back, and this time they are tackling a brand-new school project! Emily, Nicole, Bitsy, and Anna are four best friends who all have very different talents. Now, they have to write book reports, and they want to make them the best they can be.
There is just one problem: finding the perfect book for everyone is not as easy as it sounds! While some of the girls know exactly what they want to read, others are having a tough time picking a story that fits their unique personality. By teaming up and using their different strengths, the friends set out on a fun quest to discover the magic of reading.
Follow along as these colorful friends work together, support each other, and learn that there is a perfect book out there for absolutely everyone!
6-8 Years
N/A
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