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Gilbert Books

In order from Gilbert the Great to April Fool! Watch Out at School!.

The Gilbert series is a set of 4 picture books by Jane Clarke and Diane DeGroat, published between 2005 and 2009. Written for ages 3–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Gilbert the Great
No More Pencils, No More Books, No More Teacher's Dirty Looks!
Gilbert in Deep
April Fool! Watch Out at School!
Gilbert the Great
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Gilbert the Great
Book #1 · Picture Book · 2005

Gilbert the Great

By Jane Clarke, Charles Fuge (Illustrator)

A young shark struggles to cope with the loss of his best friend, a remora who had to move away.

32 pages· 598 words
Paperback
Summary: Gilbert the Great White Shark feels lost without his friend Raymond the Remora. As he navigates the ocean of grief, his mother supports him, and a surprising encounter at a shipwreck offers hope. Can Gilbert find joy again and embrace new friendships? Dive into this touching tale of loss, healing, and the enduring power of connection.
The complete set

Gilbert Series

4 books · Published 2005–2009

Gilbert the Great

Picture Book · 2005

A young shark struggles to cope with the loss of his best friend, a remora who had to move away.

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Gilbert in Deep

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2007

A daring dive into the deep sea leads to unexpected dangers.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Gilbert series?

There are 4 books in the Gilbert series. It began with Gilbert the Great in 2005, and the newest book, April Fool! Watch Out at School!, was published in 2009.

What ages are the Gilbert books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Gilbert book is the longest?

No More Pencils, No More Books, No More Teacher's Dirty Looks! is the longest book in the series at 1,260 words (32 pages).

Which Gilbert book is the shortest?

Gilbert the Great is the shortest at 598 words (32 pages).

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