Little Golden Book Series

Many people fondly remember this book. Nancy loves to play Nurse, but her older brothers are always too busy with their big boy games to play with her. One day, when brother Billy falls and hurts himself, Nurse Nancy is at the ready! This lively, charming book from the 1950s is still fresh today.

Katie the Kitten

by Kathryn Jackson and Martin Provensen

Published 1 January 1982

Back in print after more than 60 years, a heartwarming tale for today's kitten-loving kids—from the author of the iconic Little Golden Books Tawny Scrawny Lion and The Saggy Baggy Elephant!

First published in 1949—and now finally back in print—this charming story about a kitten beginning to make her way around the house will become a family favorite. Breathtaking artwork by Alice and Martin Provensen, who also illustrated The Color Kittens, has been lovingly restored for this edition.

Duck and His Friends

by Kathryn Jackson

Published 1 December 1949

This 1949 Little Golden Book is reissued with pride to celebrate Richard Scarry's 100th birthday in 2019!

This irresistible story about a duck who's afraid to swim—and his loyal friends who will do anything to help him get over his fear—is back in print in the Little Golden Book line! Originally published in 1949, it was one of Scarry's first projects for Golden Books and has stood the test of time. This fun read-aloud with adorable rabbit and duck characters is perfect for Easter baskets, baby showers, and year-round fun! It's sure to become a family storytime favorite!

The Saggy Baggy Elephant

by Byron Jackson

Published 21 September 1999

After a parrot makes fun of Sooki’s big ears, long nose, and wrinkled skin, the “saggy baggy” elephant isn’t too sure of himself. But once he meets some beautiful creatures who look just like him, Sooki celebrates with a joyful “one-two-three-kick.” For over 50 years, parents and children have treasured this tale, with gorgeous art by Gustaf Tenggren, the illustrator of The Poky Little Puppy.

Tawny Scrawny Lion

by Kathryn Jackson

Published 15 July 2001

One of the bestselling Little Golden Books of all time.

Once there was a tawny scrawny lion who chased monkeys on Monday—kangaroos on Tuesday—zebras on Wednesday—bears on Thursday—camels on Friday—and on Saturday, elephants!

So begins the classic story of a family of ten fat rabbits that teaches the hungry lion to eat carrot stew—so that he doesn’t eat them.

The Saggy Baggy Elephant

by Kathryn Jackson and Byron Jackson

Published 1 December 1975

Richard Scarry's The Party Pig

by Kathryn Jackson and Byron Jackson

Published 14 May 2019

This 1954 Little Golden Book is back in print for Richard Scarry's 100th birthday in 2019!

This sweet story about a kindly little pig who gives away all the food that has been set aside for his birthday party—and about his friends who make it up to him with the best party ever—is back in print in the Little Golden Book line! Originally published in 1954 and one of Scarry's early projects for Golden Books, it has not been available for decades. This fun read-aloud with adorable animal characters is sure to become a new family favorite!

A Day at the Seashore

by Kathryn Jackson and Byron Jackson

Published 11 May 2010

A classic Little Golden Book—with a summertime theme!

Nancy and Timmy hop out of their beds one summer morning and help pack their swimsuits and lunch. And then it's off to the seashore! In a charming rhyme, this Little Golden Book from 1951 (then titled A Day at the Beach) describes what preschoolers will find there: "You can catch little crabs—if you're quick! You can draw great big pictures right on the beach with a piece of a shell or a stick." Oh, what fun!

From Kathryn and Byron Jackson, authors of the popular Little Golden Book The Saggy Baggy Elephant, and Corinne Malvern, illustrator of the Little Golden Books Doctor Dan the Bandage Man and Nurse Nancy.