Book Series · 30 Books

How to Catch Books

In order from How to Catch a Leprechaun to How to Catch a Garden Gnome.

The How to Catch series is a set of 30 picture books by Adam Wallace, published between 2016 and 2026. Written for ages 4–10, most books run about 40 pages.

How to Catch a Leprechaun
How to Catch the Tooth Fairy
How to Catch an Elf
How to Catch the Easter Bunny
How to Catch a Monster
How to Catch a Mermaid
How to Catch a Turkey
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

How to Catch a Leprechaun
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$1049
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

How to Catch a Leprechaun

By Adam Wallace, Andy Elkerton (Illustrator)

Can you outsmart the elusive leprechaun this St. Patrick's Day?

32 pages· 319 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Summary: In this lively St. Patrick's Day adventure, kids have crafted the ultimate leprechaun trap with shamrocks and rainbows. But catching this mischievous sprite is no easy feat—he's quick and clever, ready to turn your house upside down. Will this be the year they finally succeed? Dive into a zany tale filled with STEAM concepts, hilarious rhymes, and vibrant illustrations, and start a new holiday tradition. Can you catch the leprechaun before he escapes again?
The complete set

How to Catch Series

30 books · Published 2016–2026

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How to Catch an Elf

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

A small elf helps Santa deliver gifts on Christmas Eve while avoiding traps set by children.

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$1049

How to Catch a Monster

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2017

A young boy confronts the monster in his closet and discovers an unexpected friendship.

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$1049

How to Catch a Snowman

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A group of kids try to catch a magical snowman on a snowy night.

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How to Catch a Dragon

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2019

A young boy tries to catch a dragon to bring good health and fortune for the New Year.

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$1049

How to Catch a Reindeer

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

A reindeer shares its experiences on Christmas Eve, exploring different holiday scenes and traditions.

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$1049

How to Catch a Yeti

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2020

A group of friends try to catch a Yeti in the mountains.

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How to Catch a Witch

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Can the kids trap a witch and save Halloween from spooky chaos?

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$1248

How to Catch a Mamasaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2024

Can the kids catch the elusive Mamasaurus with her magical heart and spirit?

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How to Catch a Babysaurus

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2025

Can you catch the mischievous Babysaurus before it becomes your new best friend?

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$1248

How to Catch a Dream

Picture Book · Ages 4–10 · 2025

Embark on life's greatest adventure: catching your dream.

Companion series

My First How to Catch Series

5 books · Published 2020–2024

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Common Questions

How many books are in the How to Catch series?

There are 30 books in the How to Catch series. It began with How to Catch a Leprechaun in 2016, and the newest book, How to Catch a Garden Gnome, was published in 2026.

What ages are the How to Catch books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–10, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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