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Book #3 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
Jack Frost
A lonely guardian searches for warmth after losing his home and closest friend.
48 pages· 740 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
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Book Series · 3 Books
The Guardians of Childhood Books
In order from Jack Frost to The Sandman.
The Guardians of Childhood series is a set of 3 picture books by William Joyce, published between 2010 and 2015. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 50 pages.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
In reading order
The Guardians of Childhood Series
3 books · Published 2010–2015
#3
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Jack Frost
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2015
A lonely guardian searches for warmth after losing his home and closest friend.
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$1899
The Man in the Moon
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2010
A child becomes the first guardian of childhood after a cosmic quest.
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The Sandman
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012
Who will guard children's dreams when the moon dims? A sleepy guardian must awaken.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Guardians of Childhood series?
There are 3 books in the Guardians of Childhood series. It began with Jack Frost in 2015, and the newest book, The Sandman, was published in 2012.
What order should you read the Guardians of Childhood books in?
Start with Jack Frost and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #3.
What ages are the Guardians of Childhood books best for?
The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
Which Guardians of Childhood book is the longest?
The Man in the Moon is the longest book in the series at 1,676 words (56 pages).
Which Guardians of Childhood book is the shortest?
Jack Frost (Book #3) is the shortest at 740 words (48 pages).
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The Creative Behind the Books
The people who bring The Guardians of Childhood to life.
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