Book Series · 13 Books

I Want to Be Books

In order from I Want to Be a Police Officer to I Want to Be an Artist.

The I Want to Be series is a set of 13 picture books by Laura Driscoll, published between 2000 and 2024. Written for ages 0–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$399

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2000

I Want to Be a Police Officer

By Dan Liebman

Discover the vital roles police officers play in keeping communities safe.

24 pages· 278 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

Paperback

Summary: Explore the world of police officers and other essential workers through vibrant images and simple captions. This series invites young readers to delve into the daily lives of those who keep our communities safe and thriving. What challenges do they face, and how do they overcome them? Perfect for sparking curiosity and discussions, these books offer a glimpse into the dedication and impact of various professions. Will these stories inspire the next generation of community leaders?

The complete set

I Want to Be Series

13 books · Published 2000–2024

Series

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$399

I Want to Be a Police Officer

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2000

Discover the vital roles police officers play in keeping communities safe.

Series

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$399

I Want to Be a Zookeeper

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2003

Discover the daily life and challenges of zookeepers.

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$574

I Want to Be a Doctor

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

A young boy visits the hospital with his family after his brother gets hurt.

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$574

I Want to Be a Police Officer

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Discover the diverse roles of police officers through a child's eyes.

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$574

I Want to Be a Veterinarian

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Discover the diverse world of veterinarians through a child's visit with their dog.

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$574

I Want to Be a Pilot

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019

Explore the world of pilots and discover the skies they conquer.

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$858

I Want to Be... an Astronaut

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2020

Embark on a cosmic journey and explore a day in an astronaut's life.

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$574

I Want to Be a Teacher

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Discover the many ways teachers shape our world, from training puppies to teaching music.

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$899

I Want to Be...a Teacher

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2021

Step into a teacher's world and discover the day's adventures.

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$574

I Want to Be an Engineer

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

Discover the many paths of engineering and how they shape our world.

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$574

I Want to Be a Firefighter

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022

Discover the many roles of firefighters and choose your path to heroism.

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$574

I Want to Be a Scientist

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Explore the world of scientists and artists through a child's eyes.

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$574

I Want to Be an Artist

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Explore the world of art careers with a young dreamer and their grandparent.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the I Want to Be series?

There are 13 books in the I Want to Be series. It began with I Want to Be a Police Officer in 2000, and the newest book, I Want to Be an Artist, was published in 2024.