Book Series · 15 Books

Richard Scarry Books

In order from Richard Scarry's The Animals of Farmer Jones to Richard Scarry's Colorful Cars and Trucks.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$759

Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 1942

Richard Scarry's The Animals of Farmer Jones

By Richard Scarry

Hungry farm animals search for missing Farmer Jones at suppertime.

26 pages

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Summary: It's suppertime on the farm, but the animals are restless. Cows, pigs, and horses are all hungry, yet Farmer Jones is nowhere to be found. As the farm comes alive with oinks, clucks, and moos, young readers will delight in the vibrant world of barnyard sounds and sights. Will the animals find their farmer in time for dinner? This charming board book invites little hands to explore a classic tale of farmyard fun, perfect for sparking a love of reading in the youngest of book lovers.

The complete set

Richard Scarry Series

15 books · Published 1942–2024

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$759

Richard Scarry's The Animals of Farmer Jones

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 1942

Hungry farm animals search for missing Farmer Jones at suppertime.

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$759

The Bunny Book

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 1955

What will the little bunny choose to be when he grows up?

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$1697

Richard Scarry's Best Word Book Ever

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1963

Discover a world of words in a vibrant, interactive book.

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$1697

Richard Scarry's Busy, Busy World

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1965

Embark on a global adventure with 33 exciting stories.

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$1330

What Do People Do All Day?

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1968

Discover the bustling world of Busytown's workers and their daily tasks.

Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things That Go

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$1697

Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks and Things That Go

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1974

Explore a world of vehicles on a whimsical journey to the beach.

Richard Scarry's Best Nursery Tales Ever

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$1597

Richard Scarry's Best Nursery Tales Ever

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1975

Rediscover classic nursery tales with a whimsical twist.

Richard Scarry's Best Little Word Book Ever!

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$759

Richard Scarry's Best Little Word Book Ever!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 1978

Explore vibrant scenes and discover 200 words in this engaging toddler adventure.

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$474

Pig Will and Pig Won't

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 1984

Pig Won't learns the value of good manners through playful lessons.

Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks From A to Z

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$474

Richard Scarry's Cars and Trucks From A to Z

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 1990

Explore an alphabet adventure from ambulance to zippercar.

Richard Scarry's the Great Pie Robbery and Other Mysteries

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$1248

Richard Scarry's the Great Pie Robbery and Other Mysteries

Chapter Book · Ages 3–6 · 2008

Animal detectives chase pie thieves and shoplifters in a whimsical adventure.

Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Construction Site

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$858

Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Construction Site

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2019

Join a lively construction site with bustling vehicles and friendly faces.

Richard Scarry's Colorful Cars and Trucks

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$474

Richard Scarry's Colorful Cars and Trucks

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2024

Discover colors with vibrant cars and trucks in Busytown.

Richard Scarry's a Day at the Fire Station

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$1639

Richard Scarry's a Day at the Fire Station

Picture Book · Ages 3–6

Chaos ensues as painters try to paint a busy fire station.

Richard Scarry's Please and Thank You Book

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$1501

Richard Scarry's Please and Thank You Book

Picture Book · Ages 3–6

Busytown's animals discover the importance of manners and safety.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Richard Scarry series?

There are 15 books in the Richard Scarry series. It began with Richard Scarry's The Animals of Farmer Jones in 1942, and the newest book, Richard Scarry's Colorful Cars and Trucks, was published in 2024.