Book Series · 9 Books

Penguin Core Concepts Books

In order from Beautiful Ballerinas to Spin.

The Penguin Core Concepts series is a set of 9 picture books by Jenny Goebel, published between 2014 and 2017. Written for ages 3–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Beautiful Ballerinas

Fly, Butterfly

Bizz & Buzz Make Honey Buns

Foreman Farley Has a Backhoe

Pins & Needles

Pins & Needles

The Firefighter

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Beautiful Ballerinas

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$499

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Beautiful Ballerinas

By Elizabeth Dombey

Discover the dedication behind the beauty of ballet.

32 pages

Paperback

Summary: Step into the world of ballet, where grace meets grit. Young readers will explore famous ballets, master positions, and understand the dedication behind the tutus. What challenges do ballerinas face beyond the stage? With vibrant illustrations and photos, this journey reveals the artistry and effort that bring ballet to life. Uncover the secrets of this enchanting dance form and the hard work that makes it all possible.

The complete set

Penguin Core Concepts Series

9 books · Published 2014–2017

Beautiful Ballerinas

Sale price

$499

Beautiful Ballerinas

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Discover the dedication behind the beauty of ballet.

Fly, Butterfly

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$574

Fly, Butterfly

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Witness a butterfly's epic 2,500-mile migration to Mexico.

Bizz & Buzz Make Honey Buns

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$379

Bizz & Buzz Make Honey Buns

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Two bees bumble through a recipe, mixing up words and ingredients. Can they make honey buns?

Foreman Farley Has a Backhoe

Sale price

$499

Foreman Farley Has a Backhoe

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

Can Foreman Farley build a new school with his trusty machines?

Pins & Needles

Sale price

$399

Pins & Needles

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

A daring porcupine's trouble tests a timid friend's courage.

Pins & Needles

Sale price

$799

Pins & Needles

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014

Pins is too embarrassed to play. Can Needles help him overcome his fears?

The Firefighter

Sale price

$759

The Firefighter

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

A fireman races to save a missing puppy from a burning house.

Worm Weather

Sale price

$759

Worm Weather

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2015

Rainy-day fun brings kids and a worm together in a splashy adventure.

Spin

Sale price

$379

Spin

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

A bike ride becomes an inspiring journey of perseverance.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Penguin Core Concepts series?

There are 9 books in the Penguin Core Concepts series. It began with Beautiful Ballerinas in 2014, and the newest book, Spin, was published in 2017.

What ages are the Penguin Core Concepts books best for?

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

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Penguin Core Concepts to life.

Elizabeth Dombey

Bonnie Bader

Dee Leone

Jenny Goebel

Stephen Krensky

Jean Taft

Rebecca Janni

Sebastiaan Van Doninck

Kristyna Litten

Alessandra Psacharopulo

Matt Hunt

George Ermos

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