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Joe and Sparky Books

In order from Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels to Joe and Sparky, Party Animals!.

The Joe and Sparky series is a set of 4 picture books by Jamie Michalak, published between 2009 and 2017. Written for ages 5–9, most books run about 50 pages.

Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels
Joe and Sparky, Superstars!
Joe and Sparky Go to School
Joe and Sparky, Party Animals!
Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels
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$574
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009

Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels

By Jamie Michalak, Frank Remkiewicz (Illustrator)

A cautious turtle and adventurous giraffe embark on a wild car ride, causing chaos everywhere.

48 pages· 1,561 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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Summary: Sparky, a cautious turtle, and Joe, an adventurous giraffe, live in a cageless zoo. When a car mysteriously appears, Joe takes the wheel, and Sparky clings on as they embark on a chaotic journey. From shopping malls to car washes, their escapades leave a trail of mayhem. Will this unlikely duo find their way back home, or will their wild ride lead to unexpected adventures? Join Sparky and Joe for a laugh-out-loud road trip that tests the limits of friendship and fun.
The complete set

Joe and Sparky Series

4 books · Published 2009–2017

Series
Sale price
$574

Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009

A cautious turtle and adventurous giraffe embark on a wild car ride, causing chaos everywhere.

Sale price
$474

Joe and Sparky, Superstars!

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2011

A giraffe and turtle embark on a quest to discover hidden talents for a talent show.

Joe and Sparky Go to School

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2013

Two zoo pals hitch a ride to school, discovering unexpected lessons and laughter.

Joe and Sparky, Party Animals!

Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2017

A giraffe plans a party for a worm that might not exist. Chaos ensues.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Joe and Sparky series?

There are 4 books in the Joe and Sparky series. It began with Joe and Sparky Get New Wheels in 2009, and the newest book, Joe and Sparky, Party Animals!, was published in 2017.

What ages are the Joe and Sparky books best for?

The series is best for ages 5–9, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Joe and Sparky book is the longest?

Joe and Sparky, Superstars! is the longest book in the series at 1,653 words (48 pages).

Which Joe and Sparky book is the shortest?

Joe and Sparky, Party Animals! is the shortest at 1,536 words (48 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Joe and Sparky to life.

01

Jamie Michalak

Author
02

Frank Remkiewicz

Illustrator

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