Book Series · 9 Books

The Peas Books

In order from LMNO Peas to Hap-Pea Holidays.

Keith Baker's tiny, energetic green peas turn letters, numbers, colors, months, and seasonal celebrations into busy seek-and-find picture-book scenes.

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LMNO Peas
1-2-3 Peas
Little Green Peas
Hap-Pea All Year
LMNO Pea-quel
Reading order

How to Read The Peas Books

The nine individual books are shown in publication order, but there is no continuing story. Choose LMNO Peas for letters, 1-2-3 Peas for counting, Little Green Peas for colors, or one of the later holiday books for a seasonal read.

The publisher's 5 Peas in a Pod! boxed set collects existing books, so it is not counted as a separate story.

Sources: Simon & Schuster's Peas series page.

For parents

What Parents Should Know

These are concept books rather than plot-driven stories. Rhymes, visual jokes, and crowded scenes invite children to name objects, find details, practice early concepts, and revisit pages.

The four newest books focus on Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween, and winter holidays. Families can simply skip celebrations they do not observe; there is no frightening content beyond playful Halloween imagery.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

LMNO Peas
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$858
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2010

LMNO Peas

By Keith Baker

A group of peas explore the alphabet and various professions.

36 pages· 178 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
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Board book
Summary: Join a lively group of peas as they roll through the alphabet, each letter introducing a new career or hobby. From acrobats to zoologists, these charming peas bring the alphabet to life with vibrant scenes and playful rhymes. Children will delight in discovering the colorful world of interests and professions, all while learning their ABCs. What surprises will each letter reveal?
In reading order

The Peas Series

9 books · Published 2010–2025

#1
LMNO Peas
#1 in Series
Sale price
$858

LMNO Peas

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2010

A group of peas explore the alphabet and various professions.

#2
1-2-3 Peas
#2 in Series
Sale price
$858

1-2-3 Peas

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012

Join playful peas as they count from 1 to 100 in a vibrant adventure.

#4
Hap-Pea All Year
#4 in Series
Sale price
$759

Hap-Pea All Year

Board Book · Ages 2–4 · 2016

Join playful peas as they explore the months and seasons in a fun, rhyming journey.

#5
LMNO Pea-quel
#5 in Series
Sale price
$759

LMNO Pea-quel

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2017

Peas explore the lowercase alphabet through lively jobs and activities.

#7
Hap-Pea Easter
#7 in Series
Sale price
$958

Hap-Pea Easter

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Join the peas for an Easter filled with surprises and fun!

#9
Hap-Pea Holidays
#9 in Series
Sale price
$958

Hap-Pea Holidays

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

Celebrate the holidays with festive peas spreading joy and cheer.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Peas series?

There are 9 books in the Peas series. It began with LMNO Peas in 2010, and the newest book, Hap-Pea Holidays, was published in 2025.

What order should you read the Peas books in?

Start with LMNO Peas and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #9.

What ages are the Peas books best for?

The series is best for ages 0–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The people who bring The Peas to life.

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Keith Baker

Author & Illustrator
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