How to Catch a Garden Gnome
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$1248
Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2026 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

How to Catch a Garden Gnome

Written by Alice Walstead · Illustrated by Andy Elkerton and Leo Trinidad

Part of the How to Catch series

Can the kids catch the elusive garden gnome before twilight traps them forever?

3.8 Goodreads · 27 ratings
40 pages· 434 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud· ~490L
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Bookroo's summary

Join a group of adventurous kids as they tumble into a magical garden filled with dragons and giant grilled cheese. Their mission? Catch the elusive garden gnome before twilight seals their fate in this enchanted realm. With surprises at every turn, will they succeed or remain trapped forever? Dive into this whimsical adventure packed with magical hijinks and STEAM concepts, perfect for young readers and budding gardeners.

From the publisher

From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling series comes an all-new, candy-filled adventure…do YOU have what it takes to catch a magical GARDEN GNOME?Tumble alongside the How to Catch Kids into a flower-filled, dragon-flying, giant-grilled-cheese-eating garden, tended to by none other than a magical Garden Gnome. But will this group of adventurous kids manage to catch the Gnome before twilight begins… and their ability to leave this fantastical land ends? Filled with magical hijinks and STEAM concepts, this hilarious picture book is perfect for parents, educators, budding gardeners, and readers ages 4-10.My secret garden is hidden away, Filled with butterflies, songs, and more.It’s enchanted and magical too, ‘round each bend are surprises galore!Also in the How to Catch Series: How to Catch a UnicornHow to Catch a MermaidHow to Catch BigfootHow to Catch a DinosaurHow to Catch a DragonAnd more!Happy Birthday, How to Catch! Celebrate the 10 Year Anniversary with How to Catch a Garden Gnome!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
434
Reading age
4–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~490L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.3
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
559544
Publication
Published
March 3, 2026
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781464289422

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