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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · November 8, 2022
Scoot
By Bruce Degen · With Fran Manushkin
A sparrow braves New York's skyline to guide lost birds home.
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Children's book Author & Illustrator
Bruce Degen
Biography
Bruce Degen illustrated all the Jesse Bear books. He was the author and illustrator of Jamberry, and the illustrator of the acclaimed Magic School Bus series. He taught courses on art and the writing and illustrating of children’s books to children and adults. Mr. Degen lived with his wife and their two sons in Connecticut in a renovated farmhouse with ducks on the pond, bats in the barn, and a family tree that Jesse Bear himself would love to climb.
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Book Stats
9
Authored
44
Illustrated
23
Collaborators
Picture books
34
Graphic novels
1
Chapter books
15
Board books
1
Publishing timeline
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
Publication timeline from 1979 to 2022.
Book mix
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
Book type breakdown: 34 picture books, 1 graphic novels, 15 chapter books, 1 board books.
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022
A sparrow braves New York's skyline to guide lost birds home.
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2021
Travel back billions of years to witness the evolution of life on Earth with a magical class trip.
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I Said, "Bed!"
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2014
A boy's bed becomes a magical vehicle, taking him and his teddy on an unforgettable adventure.
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I Gotta Draw
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2012
A doodling dog faces school trouble but discovers his artistic potential.
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Discover the science behind global warming and how kids can help tackle it.
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Climb the Family Tree, Jesse Bear!
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2004
Jesse Bear's family reunion holds a special surprise just for him.
Series
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Medieval Castle
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Time-travel to a medieval castle and defend against invaders.
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Travel back to Ancient Egypt and uncover its secrets with a daring guide.
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Jesse Bear searches for Christmas, discovering its true spirit with family.
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A school computer goes haywire. Can the kids fix it?
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Join a class on a wild ride through electrical wires to uncover the secrets of electricity.
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The Magic School Bus Goes Upstream
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Discover the epic journey of salmon migration.
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A class dives into Walkerville Lake to uncover a mysterious monster lurking below.
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A mysterious object leads to a time-traveling archaeological adventure.
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The Magic School Bus Going Batty
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A nighttime adventure reveals secrets as a bus gains wings and a teacher's true nature is questioned.
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A wild weather adventure leaves a student lost. Can Ms. Frizzle save him?
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Explore the hidden life within a rotting log on a magical journey of discovery and decay.
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Students shrink and explore chemistry inside a birthday cake.
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Will new arrivals break a cherished friendship?
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A school bus transforms into a spaceship for a cosmic adventure.
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Join two unlikely friends on adventures filled with surprises and fun.
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A fearless lamb befriends a lion, sparking adventures and secrets.
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Jamberry
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Discover surprising facts about sports, animals, and more.
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Collaborators
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Bruce Degen's books.