Book Series · 2 Books

Leonardo the Terrible Monster Books

In order from Leonardo, the Terrible Monster to Sam, the Most Scaredy-Cat Kid in the Whole World.

The Leonardo the Terrible Monster series is a set of 2 picture books by Mo Willems, published between 2005 and 2017. Written for ages 3–5, most books run about 50 pages.

Sam, the Most Scaredy-Cat Kid in the Whole World

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$1697

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2005

Leonardo, the Terrible Monster

By Mo Willems

A monster fails at scaring and discovers friendship instead.

48 pages· 230 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud

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Summary: Leonardo is a monster who can't scare anyone, no matter how hard he tries. After intense training, he finally frightens a nervous boy, but the victory feels hollow. Realizing that being a monster isn't fulfilling, Leonardo wonders if he could be a better friend instead. Can he transform his monstrous nature into something more meaningful?

The complete set

Leonardo the Terrible Monster Series

2 books · Published 2005–2017

Series

Sale price

$1697

Leonardo, the Terrible Monster

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2005

A monster fails at scaring and discovers friendship instead.

Series

Sale price

$1697

Sam, the Most Scaredy-Cat Kid in the Whole World

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2017

Two scared kids discover each other. Can they overcome their fears together?

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Leonardo the Terrible Monster series?

There are 2 books in the Leonardo the Terrible Monster series. It began with Leonardo, the Terrible Monster in 2005, and the newest book, Sam, the Most Scaredy-Cat Kid in the Whole World, was published in 2017.