Book Series · 9 Books

Mother Bruce Books

In order from Mother Bruce to Bruce Saves the Planet.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

Mother Bruce

By Ryan T. Higgins

A grumpy bear's life is disrupted by a group of goslings who mistake him for their mother.

44 pages· 455 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud

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Summary: Bruce the bear's solitary life is disrupted when his breakfast eggs hatch into goslings. Now, these little birds believe he's their mother, and Bruce's attempts to send them south fail hilariously. Can Bruce find a way to reclaim his peace, or will he embrace his unexpected role? Discover the heartwarming chaos as Bruce navigates this feathered family dilemma.

In reading order

Mother Bruce Series

9 books · Published 2015–2025

#1 in Series

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$1797

Mother Bruce

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2015

A grumpy bear's life is disrupted by a group of goslings who mistake him for their mother.

#2 in Series

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$1899

Hotel Bruce

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2016

A bear's home is taken over by a group of mice who turn it into a hotel.

#3 in Series

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$1797

Bruce's Big Move

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

A bear tries to find a new home for himself and his four geese, but things don't go as planned.

#4 in Series

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$1697

Santa Bruce

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018

A grumpy bear is mistaken for Santa Claus and must deliver presents to the animals in the forest.

#5 in Series

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$1697

Bruce's Big Storm

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2019

A bear's home is invaded by his neighbors during a big storm.

#6 in Series

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$1697

The Bruce Swap

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021

A grumpy bear's family wishes for him to be more fun, but their wishes have unexpected consequences.

#7 in Series

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$1697

Hey, Bruce!

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2022

Guide Bruce the bear through a wild, interactive adventure. How will you shape his story?

#8 in Series

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$1797

Bruce and the Legend of Soggy Hollow

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2023

A bear's Halloween tale turns spooky with a ghostly twist. Will he embrace the spirit or be haunted by it?

#9 in Series

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$1899

Bruce Saves the Planet

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2025

A bear's peaceful fishing trip turns into an unexpected fight to save the forest.

Companion series

Little Bruce Series

6 books · Published 2018–2024

Series

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$958

1 Grumpy Bruce

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

A grumpy bear faces an ever-growing party of uninvited guests.

Series

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$759

Peek-A-Bruce

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2019

Goslings search for their elusive bear friend. Can they find him?

Series

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$958

Spring Stinks

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2021

A bunny shares spring's stinky scents with a grumpy bear.

Series

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$958

Thanks for Nothing!

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2021

A grumpy bear faces a season of endless gratitude.

Series

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$958

Out Cold

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2023

Mice bring winter fun indoors to cheer up a sick bear.

Series

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$958

Beach Bummer

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2024

Bruce battles summer's heat, sand, and wind, longing for fall's cool relief.

Companion series

Mother Bruce: World of Reading Series

2 books · Published 2019–2022

Series

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$1398

Bruce's Big Fun Day

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2019

A bear who doesn't like anything tries to find happiness with the help of a mouse

Series

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$1398

Ballet Bruce

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2022

A grumpy bear must help geese prepare for their ballet debut. Can they succeed together?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Mother Bruce series?

There are 9 books in the Mother Bruce series. It began with Mother Bruce in 2015, and the newest book, Bruce Saves the Planet, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Mother Bruce books in?

Start with Mother Bruce and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #9.

What ages are the Mother Bruce books best for?

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

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Ryan T. Higgins

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