Book Series · 2 Books

Tacky Books

In order from El pingüino Taky to Tacky and the Emperor.

The Tacky series is a set of 2 picture books by Helen Lester, published between 1988 and 2000. Written for ages 4–7, most books run about 30 pages.

El pingüino Taky
El pingüino Taky
Tacky and the Emperor
El pingüino Taky
Tacky and the Emperor
El pingüino Taky
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

El pingüino Taky
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$958
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1988

El pingüino Taky

By Helen Lester, Lynn Munsinger (Illustrator)

An eccentric penguin challenges conformity among his peers.

32 pages· 468 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Summary: Meet Tacky, a penguin who stands out with his splashy cannonballs and boisterous greetings. While his fellow penguins prefer uniformity, Tacky's unique ways stir up both challenges and unexpected advantages. Can individuality thrive in a world of conformity? Discover how Tacky's quirks might just save the day in this delightful tale of embracing differences.
The complete set

Tacky Series

2 books · Published 1988–2000

Series
Sale price
$958

El pingüino Taky

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1988

An eccentric penguin challenges conformity among his peers.

Tacky and the Emperor

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2000

A penguin's fashion faux pas leads to unexpected hilarity.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Tacky series?

There are 2 books in the Tacky series. It began with El pingüino Taky in 1988, and the newest book, Tacky and the Emperor, was published in 2000.

What ages are the Tacky books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–7, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Tacky book is the longest?

Tacky and the Emperor is the longest book in the series at 1,038 words (32 pages).

Which Tacky book is the shortest?

El pingüino Taky is the shortest at 468 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Tacky to life.

01

Helen Lester

Author
02

Lynn Munsinger

Illustrator

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