Book Series · 25 Books

Karen Katz Books

In order from Sleepy ABC to My America.

The Karen Katz series is a set of 25 board books by Karen Katz, published between 1994 and 2021. Written for ages 0–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Sleepy ABC
The Colors of Us
In Grandma's Arms
Twelve Hats for Lena
No Biting!
Counting Christmas
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Sleepy ABC
Sale price
$799
Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 1994

Sleepy ABC

By Margaret Wise Brown, Karen Katz (Illustrator)

Join four children as they prepare for bed while the world sleeps around them.

32 pages
4.3/7 Bookroo
Board Book
Summary: As night falls, four children embark on a bedtime journey, mirroring the world around them as animals and plants settle into slumber. With playful illustrations, this charming tale invites little ones to embrace the soothing rhythm of nighttime. Will the children find peace as the world drifts into dreams? Discover the gentle magic of bedtime in this enchanting board book.
The complete set

Karen Katz Series

25 books · Published 1994–2021

Sleepy ABC
Series
Sale price
$799

Sleepy ABC

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 1994

Join four children as they prepare for bed while the world sleeps around them.

The Colors of Us
Series
Sale price
$1797

The Colors of Us

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

A girl discovers the diverse shades of brown in her world.

In Grandma's Arms
Series
Sale price
$858

In Grandma's Arms

Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2001

A child journeys through magical worlds with her grandmother's stories.

No Biting!
Series
Sale price
$674

No Biting!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2002

Discover what toddlers can bite as they learn social skills in this playful exploration.

Counting Christmas
Series
Sale price
$759

Counting Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 2003

Countdown to Christmas with a magical bedtime adventure.

No Hitting!
Series
Sale price
$674

No Hitting!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2004

Discover playful ways to channel toddler energy with humor and fun.

Daddy Hugs
Series
Sale price
$858

Daddy Hugs

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2005

Count the hugs as bedtime nears.

Ten Tiny Tickles
Series
Sale price
$759

Ten Tiny Tickles

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2005

Count tickles from head to toes in a playful family adventure.

Mommy Hugs
Series
Sale price
$759

Mommy Hugs

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2006

Count the hugs shared between a mother and her baby.

Best-Ever Big Sister
Series
Sale price
$674

Best-Ever Big Sister

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2006

Older siblings showcase their skills to new babies, promising growth ahead.

Can You Say Peace?
Series
Sale price
$759

Can You Say Peace?

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2006

Children worldwide share their wishes for peace in a vibrant journey.

Shake It Up, Baby!
Series
Sale price
$799

Shake It Up, Baby!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2009

Shake, count, and shout with a playful rattle adventure!

Baby at the Farm
Series
Sale price
$759

Baby at the Farm

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2009

Explore farm animals through touch in this engaging board book.

Baby's Numbers
Series
Sale price
$759

Baby's Numbers

Board Book · Ages 0–2 · 2010

Discover numbers 1-10 with familiar, friendly objects in a vibrant board book.

Nutcracker
Series
Sale price
$858

Nutcracker

Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2010

Join toddler ballerinas in a magical Nutcracker adventure.

Counting Kisses
Series
Sale price
$799

Counting Kisses

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2011

How many kisses does it take for a baby to sleep?

My Big Boy Undies
Series
Sale price
$759

My Big Boy Undies

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2012

Celebrate the big leap from diapers to underpants with a fun board book for toddlers.

My Big Girl Undies
Series
Sale price
$759

My Big Girl Undies

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2012

Celebrate the big step from diapers to underpants with fun and excitement.

Now I'm Big!
Series
Sale price
$759

Now I'm Big!

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2013

Discover the joys of growing up and all the things big kids can do.

Baby's Big Busy Book
Series
Sale price
$1499

Baby's Big Busy Book

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2017

Discover a day of fun with Baby through interactive surprises.

My America
Series
Sale price
$1697

My America

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2021

Children share their journeys to America, revealing diverse yet unifying experiences.

Companion series

Karen Katz Lift-the-Flap Series

33 books · Published 2000–2021

Grandma and Me
Series
Sale price
$759

Grandma and Me

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2002

Discover surprises as Grandma visits, sharing love and joy with her grandchildren.

Excuse Me!
Series
Sale price
$674

Excuse Me!

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2002

Discover the magic words toddlers need in everyday mishaps.

Toes, Ears, & Nose!
Series
Sale price
$858

Toes, Ears, & Nose!

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2003

Lift flaps to discover what's hidden beneath Baby's clothes.

Daddy and Me
Series
Sale price
$759

Daddy and Me

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2003

Discover hidden tools to help Daddy finish his special project.

Grandpa and Me
Series
Sale price
$759

Grandpa and Me

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2004

Join Grandpa in a pizza-making adventure with hidden surprises.

I Can Share
Series
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$674

I Can Share

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2004

Toddlers discover the joy of sharing through playful lessons.

What Does Baby Say?
Series
Sale price
$858

What Does Baby Say?

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2004

Discover what different babies say in this interactive board book.

A Potty for Me!
Series
Sale price
$858

A Potty for Me!

Picture Book · Ages 1–5 · 2004

A child navigates the ups and downs of potty training.

Best-Ever Big Brother
Series
Sale price
$759

Best-Ever Big Brother

Board Book · Ages 0–5 · 2006

Older siblings celebrate their skills while welcoming a new baby.

Where Is Baby's Dreidel?
Series
Sale price
$759

Where Is Baby's Dreidel?

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2007

Baby searches for a missing dreidel in a Chanukah hide-and-seek adventure.

Baby Loves Summer!
Series
Sale price
$674

Baby Loves Summer!

Board Book · Ages 1–3 · 2012

Lift the flaps to discover summer's delights in this playful board book.

Baby Loves Fall!
Series
Sale price
$759

Baby Loves Fall!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2013

Discover fall's surprises with Baby in this lift-the-flap adventure.

Baby Loves Winter!
Series
Sale price
$759

Baby Loves Winter!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2013

Discover winter's surprises with Baby's lift-the-flap adventure.

Buzz, Buzz, Baby!
Series
Sale price
$759

Buzz, Buzz, Baby!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2014

Lift the flaps to discover adorable bugs hiding everywhere!

Zoom, Zoom, Baby!
Series
Sale price
$759

Zoom, Zoom, Baby!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2014

Lift the flaps to find Baby among playful animals in vehicles.

What Does Baby Love?
Series
Sale price
$759

What Does Baby Love?

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2014

Discover what Baby loves most in this playful lift-the-flap adventure.

Roar, Roar, Baby!
Series
Sale price
$674

Roar, Roar, Baby!

Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2015

Lift the flaps to find the hidden zoo animals. Where's the tiger?

Vroom, Vroom, Trucks!
Series
Sale price
$674

Vroom, Vroom, Trucks!

Board Book · Ages 1–4 · 2016

Discover hidden construction trucks in this interactive adventure.

Auntie and Me
Series
Sale price
$858

Auntie and Me

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2018

Who's at the door? Discover Auntie's surprises with Baby.

Welcome, Baby!
Series
Sale price
$674

Welcome, Baby!

Board Book · Ages 1–5 · 2019

Discover the joy of welcoming a new baby with heartwarming family moments.

Companion series

Karen Katz: My First Holiday Series

2 books · Published 2005–2007

My First Ramadan
Series
Sale price
$858

My First Ramadan

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2007

A boy experiences his first Ramadan fast, sharing the journey with his family.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Karen Katz series?

There are 25 books in the Karen Katz series. It began with Sleepy ABC in 1994, and the newest book, My America, was published in 2021.

What ages are the Karen Katz books best for?

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

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The people who bring Karen Katz to life.

01

Margaret Wise Brown

Author
MB
02

Karen Katz

Author & Illustrator
KK
03

Jayne C. Shelton

Author
JS

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