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$379
Book #12 · Chapter Book · Ages 6–6 · 2006
Dora's Sleepover
By Lara Bergen, Victoria Miller (Illustrator)
Join a sleepover adventure with unexpected surprises.
24 pages· 292 words· Est. 5 min read
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Book Series · 24 Books
Dora the Explorer Books
In order from Dora's Sleepover to ¡Hola, Soy Dora!.
The Dora the Explorer series is a set of 24 picture books by Christine Ricci, published between 2003 and 2025. Written for ages 0–12, most books run about 25 pages.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
In reading order
Dora the Explorer Series
24 books · Published 2003–2025
#12
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$379
Dora's Sleepover
Chapter Book · Ages 6–6 · 2006
Join a sleepover adventure with unexpected surprises.
#19
The Birthday Dance Party
Picture Book · 2006
A girl's fifteenth birthday changes everything.
#20
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$379
Dora's World Adventure!
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2006
Friendship bracelets vanish. Can they be found in time to save Friendship Day?
#22
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$379
It's Sharing Day!
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2007
Dora and Boots discover the joy of sharing on a dessert quest.
#27
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$379
Dora Saves the Snow Princess
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2008
Can Dora and Boots save the Snow Princess and the forest?
Sale price
$574
Dora's Easter Basket
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2003
Join an Easter egg hunt with hidden prizes and unexpected challenges.
Sale price
$3251
Dora's Picnic
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2003
A group of friends go on a picnic and enjoy playing and sharing food together.
Sale price
$333
Dora's Book of Manners
Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2004
A troll seeks forgiveness. Can Dora and Boots help him make amends?
Sale price
$399
I Love My Papi!
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2004
Embark on thrilling adventures with Dora and her papi.
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$379
Show Me Your Smile!
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2005
A young girl faces her first dentist visit with curiosity and courage.
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$674
Dora's Rainbow Egg Hunt
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2006
Join an egg hunt to find rainbow-colored eggs and uncover a surprise.
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$399
Puppy Takes a Bath
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2006
A puppy's hiding; can she find him for bath time?
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$574
Dora's Spooky Halloween
Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2006
Dora must find the perfect costume before trick-or-treating.
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$599
Dora's Camping Trip
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2007
Join a camping adventure in the Friendly Forest.
Sale price
$759
Trick or Treat, Dora!
Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2009
Join a Halloween adventure with costumes and surprises.
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$379
Crystal Kingdom Adventures
Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2009
A kingdom's colors vanish. Can a brave explorer restore them?
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$574
Swim, Boots, Swim!
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2009
Dora's beach day turns into a rescue mission when Boots can't swim.
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$379
Super Babies' Dream Adventure
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010
Babies worldwide can't sleep. Can the Super Babies find the missing Dream Fairy?
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$499
Dora and the Unicorn King
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2011
Help a unicorn reach the castle to become king.
Sale price
$1580
Dora Goes to the Doctor
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2013
Dora explores the doctor and dentist visits, easing fears with fun adventures.
Sale price
$474
Good Night, Dora!
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2013
Discover bedtime surprises with every flap in this interactive storybook.
Sale price
$574
Dora's Farm Rescue!
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2014
Join an exciting adventure with a curious explorer and discover hidden treasures.
Sale price
$699
Color Fiesta!
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2016
Discover colors with Dora in English and Spanish.
Sale price
$958
¡Hola, Soy Dora!
Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2025
Join an adventure in the rainforest with Dora and friends in this bilingual board book.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Dora the Explorer series?
There are 24 books in the Dora the Explorer series. It began with Dora's Easter Basket in 2003, and the newest book, ¡Hola, Soy Dora!, was published in 2025.
What order should you read the Dora the Explorer books in?
Start with Dora's Sleepover and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #24.
What ages are the Dora the Explorer books best for?
The series is best for ages 0–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
The people
The Creatives Behind the Books
The people who bring Dora the Explorer to life.
01
Lara Bergen
Author
LB
02
Victoria Miller
Illustrator
VM
03
Tom Mangano
Illustrator
TM
04
Kirsten Larsen
Author
KL
05
Ron Zalme
Illustrator
RZ
06
Dave Aikins
Illustrator
DA
07
Sarah Willson
Author
SW
08
Susan Hall
Illustrator
SH
09
Christine Ricci
Author
CR
10
Alison Inches
Author
AI
11
Robert Roper
Author & Illustrator
RR
12
Steven Savitsky
Illustrator
SS
13
Sonali Fry
Author
SF
14
Style Guide
Illustrator
SG
15
Maggie Testa
Author
MT
16
Jason Fruchter
Illustrator
JF
17
Aka Chikasawa
Illustrator
AC
18
Random House
Author & Illustrator
RH
19
Molly Reisner
Author
MR
20
David Aikins
Illustrator
DA
21
Mary Tillworth
Author
MT
22
BuzzPop
Author
B
23
Erik Doescher
Illustrator
ED
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