Book Series · 7 Books

Storytime Books

In order from Snip Snap Croc to Hurry Home, Harriet.

The Storytime series is a set of 7 picture books by Caroline Castle, published between 2007 and 2020. Written for ages 2–8, most books run about 25 pages.

Snip Snap Croc
Blast Off!
The Star of the Zoo
Space Walkies
My Colorful Chameleon
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Snip Snap Croc
Sale price
$1999
Book #43 · Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2007

Snip Snap Croc

By Caroline Castle

Jungle animals fear Snip Snap Croc, but her secret reveals a softer side.

24 pages· 625 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
Library Binding
Summary: In the jungle, Snip Snap Croc is feared by all. But when mysterious eggs appear beneath her, the animals discover a surprising truth. Could the fearsome croc have a tender side? As 23 little crocs hatch, Snip Snap Croc's fierce reputation is challenged, revealing a heartwarming twist. What will the jungle creatures learn about the nature of fear and family?
In reading order

Storytime Series

7 books · Published 2007–2020

#43
Snip Snap Croc
#43 in Series
Sale price
$1999

Snip Snap Croc

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2007

Jungle animals fear Snip Snap Croc, but her secret reveals a softer side.

Blast Off!
Series
Sale price
$2565

Blast Off!

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2011

Enchanting tales that captivate and educate young minds.

The Star of the Zoo
Series
Sale price
$1595

The Star of the Zoo

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2014

A fallen star needs help to return home. Can the zoo animals unite to reach the sky?

Space Walkies
Series
Sale price
$1595

Space Walkies

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015

A dog's space adventure turns perilous as he longs for home.

My Colorful Chameleon
Series
Sale price
$1498

My Colorful Chameleon

Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2017

A girl struggles to keep track of her elusive, color-changing pet chameleon.

Astromouse
Series
Sale price
$1699

Astromouse

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2018

A mouse dreams of reaching the moon, but reality proves challenging.

Hurry Home, Harriet
Series
Sale price
$1697

Hurry Home, Harriet

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 2020

Harriet's birthday seems forgotten until a surprise awaits her.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Storytime series?

There are 7 books in the Storytime series. It began with Snip Snap Croc in 2007, and the newest book, Hurry Home, Harriet, was published in 2020.

What order should you read the Storytime books in?

Start with Snip Snap Croc and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #7.

What ages are the Storytime books best for?

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

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Storytime to life.

01

Caroline Castle

Author & Illustrator
02

Robert Dunn

Author & Illustrator
03

Steve Smallman

Author & Illustrator
04

Lucy Barnard

Author & Illustrator
05

Malchy Doyle

Author
06

Virginie Zurcher

Author
07

Leonie Roberts

Author
08

Daniel Howarth

Illustrator
09

Mike Byrne

Illustrator

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