Book Series · 2 Books

The Worst Book Ever Books

In order from P Is for Pterodactyl to No Reading Allowed.

The Worst Book Ever series is a set of 2 picture books by Chris Carpenter and Raj Haldar, published between 2018 and 2020. Written for ages 4–8, most books run about 50 pages.

P Is for Pterodactyl
No Reading Allowed
P Is for Pterodactyl
No Reading Allowed
P Is for Pterodactyl
No Reading Allowed
P Is for Pterodactyl
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

P Is for Pterodactyl
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$1697
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

P Is for Pterodactyl

By Chris Carpenter, Raj Haldar, Maria Beddia (Illustrator)

Explore the quirky chaos of silent letters in this playful alphabet adventure.

40 pages· 459 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Summary: Dive into a whimsical world where silent letters reign supreme. In this quirky alphabet book, discover why 'K is for Knight' and 'A is for Aisle.' With lively illustrations and playful alliterations, navigate the oddities of English, from gnats gnawing on gnocchi to knights nicking knees. Perfect for curious minds, this book challenges traditional alphabet norms and delights word enthusiasts of all ages. Will you master the mischievous mysteries of silent letters?
The complete set

The Worst Book Ever Series

2 books · Published 2018–2020

Series
Sale price
$1697

P Is for Pterodactyl

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018

Explore the quirky chaos of silent letters in this playful alphabet adventure.

No Reading Allowed

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020

Discover the chaos of homophones in a laugh-out-loud language adventure.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Worst Book Ever series?

There are 2 books in the Worst Book Ever series. It began with P Is for Pterodactyl in 2018, and the newest book, No Reading Allowed, was published in 2020.

What ages are the Worst Book Ever books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Worst Book Ever book is the longest?

P Is for Pterodactyl is the longest book in the series at 459 words (40 pages).

Which Worst Book Ever book is the shortest?

No Reading Allowed is the shortest at 373 words (48 pages).

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring The Worst Book Ever to life.

01

Chris Carpenter

Author
02

Raj Haldar

Author
03

Maria Beddia

Illustrator
04

Bryce Gladfelter

Illustrator

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