Book Series · 2 Books

Richard Jackson Books Books

In order from Five Trucks to The Pirate of Kindergarten.

The Richard Jackson Books series is a set of 2 picture books by Brian Floca and George Ella Lyon, published between 1999 and 2010. Written for ages 2–8, most books run about 40 pages.

Five Trucks
The Pirate of Kindergarten
Five Trucks
Five Trucks
The Pirate of Kindergarten
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Five Trucks
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$1697
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 1999

Five Trucks

By Brian Floca

Five trucks race against time. Where are they headed?

32 pages· 124 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Hardcover
Summary: Peek through the window and discover five trucks, each with a unique mission. As they rush to their destinations, the drivers have one goal: to be on time. But what happens when they notice you watching? Dive into a world of bustling machines and find out where these trucks are headed and why their journey matters. This classic tale of speed and purpose invites young readers to explore the exciting world of trucks and the important roles they play.
The complete set

Richard Jackson Books Series

2 books · Published 1999–2010

Series
Sale price
$1697

Five Trucks

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 1999

Five trucks race against time. Where are they headed?

The Pirate of Kindergarten

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010

A kindergartener's double vision turns her into a classroom pirate.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Richard Jackson Books series?

There are 2 books in the Richard Jackson Books series. It began with Five Trucks in 1999, and the newest book, The Pirate of Kindergarten, was published in 2010.

What ages are the Richard Jackson Books books best for?

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

Which Richard Jackson Books book is the longest?

The Pirate of Kindergarten is the longest book in the series at 685 words (40 pages).

Which Richard Jackson Books book is the shortest?

Five Trucks is the shortest at 124 words (32 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Richard Jackson Books to life.

01

Brian Floca

Author & Illustrator
02

George Ella Lyon

Author
03

Lynne Avril

Illustrator

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