Book Series · 3 Books

The Spoon Books

In order from Spoon to Straw.

The Spoon series is a set of 3 picture books by Amy Krouse Rosenthal, published between 2009 and 2020. Written for ages 2–8, most books run about 40 pages.

Spoon
Chopsticks
Straw
Spoon
Straw
Spoon
Chopsticks
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Spoon
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$1797
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2009

Spoon

By Amy Krouse Rosenthal, Scott Magoon (Illustrator)

A spoon struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy towards his friends until he realizes his own unique qualities.

40 pages· 400 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Summary: Spoon feels overshadowed by Fork, Knife, and Chopsticks, believing their lives are more exciting. As he grapples with his identity, Spoon embarks on a journey of self-discovery. Will he realize his own worth and embrace his special role in the utensil drawer? This charming tale invites readers to celebrate their uniqueness and find joy in being themselves.
In reading order

The Spoon Series

3 books · Published 2009–2020

#1
Spoon
#1 in Series
Sale price
$1797

Spoon

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2009

A spoon struggles with feelings of inadequacy and jealousy towards his friends until he realizes his own unique qualities.

Chopsticks
Series
Sale price
$1797

Chopsticks

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2012

Two inseparable friends face a challenge that tests their bond and independence.

Straw
Series
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$1797

Straw

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Straw races through life until a friend shows him the joy of slowing down.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Spoon series?

There are 3 books in the Spoon series. It began with Spoon in 2009, and the newest book, Straw, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the Spoon books in?

Start with Spoon and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.

What ages are the Spoon books best for?

The series is best for ages 2–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Spoon book is the longest?

Spoon (Book #1) is the longest book in the series at 400 words (40 pages).

Which Spoon book is the shortest?

Chopsticks is the shortest at 311 words (40 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring The Spoon to life.

01

Amy Krouse Rosenthal

Author
02

Scott Magoon

Illustrator

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