Book Series · 2 Books

I Had a Favorite Dress Books

In order from I Had a Favorite Dress to I Had a Favorite Hat.

The I Had a Favorite Dress series is a set of 2 picture books by Boni Ashburn, published between 2011 and 2015. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 30 pages.

I Had a Favorite Dress
I Had a Favorite Hat
I Had a Favorite Dress
I Had a Favorite Dress
I Had a Favorite Hat
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

I Had a Favorite Dress
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

I Had a Favorite Dress

By Boni Ashburn, Julia Denos (Illustrator)

A girl's favorite dress transforms as she grows, teaching resilience and creativity.

32 pages· 681 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Summary: A young girl treasures her favorite dress, but as she grows, it no longer fits. With her mother's help, the dress transforms into new garments, each alteration a lesson in creativity and resilience. As the seasons change, so does the dress, becoming a shirt, a tank top, and finally a cherished memory. This vibrant tale explores the art of letting go and the joy of reinvention, showing that even when things change, they can still hold a special place in our hearts. What will the dress become next?
The complete set

I Had a Favorite Dress Series

2 books · Published 2011–2015

Series
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$1697

I Had a Favorite Dress

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

A girl's favorite dress transforms as she grows, teaching resilience and creativity.

I Had a Favorite Hat

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015

A girl transforms her summer hat to suit every season.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the I Had a Favorite Dress series?

There are 2 books in the I Had a Favorite Dress series. It began with I Had a Favorite Dress in 2011, and the newest book, I Had a Favorite Hat, was published in 2015.

What ages are the I Had a Favorite Dress books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring I Had a Favorite Dress to life.

01

Boni Ashburn

Author
02

Julia Denos

Illustrator
03

Robyn Ng

Illustrator

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