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Book #1 · Board Book · Ages 4–8 · 1962
Pierre
A boy's indifference leads to unexpected consequences in this classic tale.
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About the series
What's The Nutshell Library About?
Four tiny, rhythmic Maurice Sendak classics: an alphabet, a counting book, a book of months, and Pierre's comic cautionary tale.
Where the story begins
First Book in the Series
In reading order
The Nutshell Library Series
4 books · Published 1962
#1
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Pierre
Board Book · Ages 4–8 · 1962
A boy's indifference leads to unexpected consequences in this classic tale.
#2
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$958
Chicken Soup with Rice
Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 1962
Discover the joy of every month with whimsical rhymes and charming art.
#3
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$759
Alligators All Around
Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 1962
Join playful alligators on an alphabet adventure full of fun and giggles.
#4
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One Was Johnny
Board Book · Ages 4–8 · 1962
A boy counts his quirky visitors from one to ten and back again.
Good to know
Common Questions
How many books are in the Nutshell Library series?
There are 4 books in the Nutshell Library series. It began with Pierre in 1962, and the newest book, Pierre, was published in 1962.
What order should you read the Nutshell Library books in?
Start with Pierre and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #4.
What ages are the Nutshell Library books best for?
The series is best for ages 2–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.
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The people who bring The Nutshell Library to life.
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