Book Series · 13 Books

Trophy Picture Books Books

In order from Little Porcupine's Christmas to Thanksgiving Day.

The Trophy Picture Books series is a set of 13 picture books by Aliki, published between 1982 and 1999. Written for ages 3–8, most books run about 30 pages.

Little Porcupine's Christmas
Good Books, Good Times!
The Seashore Book
The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus
Buz
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Little Porcupine's Christmas
Sale price
$995
Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1982

Little Porcupine's Christmas

By Joseph Slate, Felicia Bond (Illustrator)

A Christmas play reveals Little Porcupine's true light.

32 pages· 541 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
Hardcover
Summary: On the eve of Christmas, Little Porcupine prepares for the holiday play, unaware of the special role he will play. As the night unfolds, he discovers the true meaning behind his mother's loving words, realizing his unique light. Will this revelation change how he sees himself forever?
The complete set

Trophy Picture Books Series

13 books · Published 1982–1999

Series
Sale price
$995

Little Porcupine's Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 4–6 · 1982

A Christmas play reveals Little Porcupine's true light.

Good Books, Good Times!

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1990

Discover the whimsical joy of reading through playful poems and lively illustrations.

The Seashore Book

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1992

A boy and his mother imagine a perfect day at the beach, exploring the magic of summer together.

The Gods and Goddesses of Olympus

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1994

Discover the epic tales of Greek gods and their timeless adventures.

Buz

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1995

A swallowed bug causes chaos as it seeks escape.

What You Know First

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1995

A girl must accept leaving her beloved prairie home.

Art Dog

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

A masked hero uses art to catch museum thieves.

The Story of Kwanzaa

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1996

Celebrate Kwanzaa with traditions, stories, and activities honoring African American heritage.

Grandpa's Teeth

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1997

Grandpa's teeth are stolen, and now the whole town can't stop smiling. Can the thief be caught?

For the Love of the Game

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1997

Two kids find their wings, inspired by a basketball legend's determination.

Sale price
$1139

My Visit to the Zoo

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1997

Explore diverse habitats and discover animal secrets on a zoo adventure.

I Have Heard of a Land

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998

In the 1880s, pioneers seek freedom and land in Oklahoma, driven by hope and courage.

Thanksgiving Day

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1999

A class play brings the first Thanksgiving to life, revealing gratitude and history's roles.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Trophy Picture Books series?

There are 13 books in the Trophy Picture Books series. It began with Little Porcupine's Christmas in 1982, and the newest book, Thanksgiving Day, was published in 1999.

What ages are the Trophy Picture Books books best for?

The series is best for ages 3–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

The people

The Creatives Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Trophy Picture Books to life.

01

Aliki

Author & Illustrator
02

Thacher Hurd

Author & Illustrator
03

Rod Clement

Author & Illustrator
04

Joseph Slate

Author
05

Lee Bennett Hopkins

Author
06

Charlotte Zolotow

Author
07

Richard Egielski

Author
08

Patricia MacLachlan

Author
09

Donna L. Washington

Author
10

Eloise Greenfield

Author
11

Joyce Carol Thomas

Author
12

Anne Rockwell

Author
13

Felicia Bond

Illustrator
14

Harvey Stevenson

Illustrator
15

Wendell Minor

Illustrator
16

Barry Moser

Illustrator
17

Stephen Taylor

Illustrator
18

Jan Spivey Gilchrist

Illustrator
19

Floyd Cooper

Illustrator
20

Lizzy Rockwell

Illustrator

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