Book Series · 18 Books

Madeline Books

In order from Madeline to Madeline's Seasons.

The Madeline series is a set of 18 picture books by Ludwig Bemelmans, published between 1939 and 2023. Written for ages 0–8, most books run about 50 pages.

Madeline
Madeline's Rescue
Madeline and the Bad Hat
Madeline's Christmas
Madeline and the Gypsies
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Madeline
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$1899
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1939

Madeline

A young girl named Madeline has her appendix removed and her friends want to have the same experience.

54 pages· 436 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Summary: In a vine-covered house in Paris, twelve little girls live in two straight lines. The smallest, Madeline, is fearless, facing tigers, mice, and illness with courage. Her adventures, filled with humor and charm, unfold in a whimsical Paris, captivating readers for generations. What challenges will Madeline bravely conquer next?
The complete set

Madeline Series

18 books · Published 1939–2023

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$1899

Madeline

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1939

A young girl named Madeline has her appendix removed and her friends want to have the same experience.

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$1994

Madeline's Rescue

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1953

A brave girl and her rescue dog face a dilemma: how to share their bond with others.

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$1994

Madeline and the Bad Hat

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1956

Madeline faces a new challenge: a troublesome neighbor. Can they find common ground?

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$1899

Madeline's Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1956

Madeline must save Christmas when everyone else falls ill in Paris.

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$1899

Madeline and the Gypsies

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1958

Madeline and Pepito join a carnival with gypsies. What adventures await?

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$958

Madeline in London

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1961

Madeline helps a friend keep an unexpected birthday gift—a horse.

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$2089

Madeline in America

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

Madeline's lost American adventure is uncovered, sparking a new journey filled with holiday tales and family memories.

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$1398

Madeline Says Merci

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2001

An adventurous girl discovers the power of kindness and good manners.

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$958

Madeline Loves Animals

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2005

Join Madeline as she meets delightful animal friends in a rhyming adventure.

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$574

Madeline and Her Dog

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

A curious puppy's messy adventure leads to a smelly surprise.

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$574

Madeline's Tea Party

Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2011

A tea party turns chaotic when a mischievous guest arrives. Can friendship mend the mess?

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$958

Love from Madeline

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2021

Discover how love takes shape through Madeline's brave and kind adventures.

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$858

Madeline's ABCs

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2022

Join a fearless girl on an alphabet adventure.

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$759

Madeline's 123

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2022

Join a fearless girl on a counting adventure from 1 to 10.

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$858

Madeline's Seasons

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2023

Discover the magic of seasons with Madeline and friends.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Madeline series?

There are 18 books in the Madeline series. It began with Madeline in 1939, and the newest book, Madeline's Seasons, was published in 2023.

What ages are the Madeline books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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