Children's book Author & Illustrator

David Walker

Biography

David Walker is the illustrator of numerous children’s books, including Before You Were Mine (Putnam); Time for a Hug, Time for a Bath, and Time for a Trip (all Sterling); and Bears on Chairs (Candlewick). He lives in Chapel Hill, NC. To see more of David’s work, please visit davidwalkerstudios.com. (Bio via Sterling Fall 2018 Catalog.)

If Animals Said I Love You, Mama
If Animals Loved Books
The Not-So-Sleepy Little Panda
If Animals Celebrated Easter
If Animals Went to Work
The Bears Shared
Here with Me
If Animals Trick-or-Treated
If Animals Tried to Be Kind
If Animals Went to School
Bears at the Beach
Peep and Ducky Sleepover
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If Animals Said I Love You, Mama
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · January 13, 2026

If Animals Said I Love You, Mama

By David Walker · With Ann Whitford Paul

Imagine animals expressing love to their mothers in delightful, unique ways. How would they show it?

32 pages
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If Animals Kissed Good Night

Board Book · Ages 3–5 · 2008

Imagine animals kissing goodnight in their own unique ways. How would they say goodnight?

If Animals Went to School

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2021

What if animals went to school? Discover their playful classroom adventures.

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$759

If Animals Said I Love You

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

How do animals express love? Discover their unique gestures.

Time for a Hug

Picture Book · Ages 0–5 · 2012

When is it time for a hug? Anytime!

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$858

If Animals Tried to Be Kind

Board Book · Ages 2–6 · 2021

What if animals showed kindness like humans? Discover their unique gestures.

If Not for You

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover the boundless love between parent and child through a lyrical journey.

At a glance

Book Stats

4

Authored

30

Illustrated

12

Collaborators

Picture books

22

Chapter books

1

Board books

9

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If Animals Said I Love You, Mama

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2026

Imagine animals expressing love to their mothers in delightful, unique ways. How would they show it?

If Animals Loved Books

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2025

What if animals loved books like you do? Discover their unique reading adventures.

The Not-So-Sleepy Little Panda
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$1899

The Not-So-Sleepy Little Panda

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2025

A little panda battles bedtime fears with magical help.

If Animals Celebrated Easter

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2025

Imagine animals celebrating Easter in their own whimsical ways.

Sale price
$1797

If Animals Went to Work

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2023

What if animals took on human jobs? Discover their unique roles.

The Bears Shared
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$1797

The Bears Shared

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2023

Animals seek shelter and family during a stormy springtime adventure.

Here with Me

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2022

Explore the joy of being yourself and the love of family in a whimsical journey.

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$1797

If Animals Trick-or-Treated

Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2022

What if animals celebrated Halloween? Discover their wild, festive night.

Bears at the Beach

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2021

Bears build a sandcastle, but will it stand or fall?

Sale price
$1398

Peep and Ducky Sleepover

Picture Book · Ages 0–3 · 2021

Can Peep and Ducky's sleepover excitement turn into sweet dreams?

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$1697

If Animals Gave Thanks

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2020

Imagine animals expressing gratitude in their own unique ways.

Bears and Boos
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$1597

Bears and Boos

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2020

Bears scramble for Halloween costumes, but will Floppy find one in time?

Peep and Ducky It's Snowing!

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

Two friends race sleds, build a snowman, and navigate a snowy spat with laughter.

If Animals Celebrated Christmas

Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2018

What if animals celebrated Christmas like humans? Discover their festive fun.

Time for a Nap

Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2018

A busy toddler resists much-needed nap time. Will rest win?

Bears and Blossoms

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2018

Bears' picnic turns adventurous when strong winds lift them away. Can they return safely?

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$958

Time for a Trip

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2018

Little Bunny imagines exciting travel adventures to visit Gramps and Granny.

If Not for You
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$1797

If Not for You

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016

Discover the boundless love between parent and child through a lyrical journey.

Time for a Bath

Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 2014

A bunny's messy adventures lead to refreshing bath time.

Tiny Rabbit's Big Wish
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Tiny Rabbit's Big Wish

Picture Book · 2014

A child's adventure unfolds in a world of wonder.

Nighty-Night, Sleep Tight

Picture Book · 2013

Animals worldwide send a special goodnight kiss before drifting to sleep.

You Mean the World to Me

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2013

A mother's love transcends time, binding her to her child forever.

First Grade, Here I Come!

Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2012

A new first-grader navigates the excitement and challenges of school.

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$674

Hello, Virginia!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2010

Explore Virginia's wonders from dawn to dusk through a child's eyes.

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$674

Hello, New York City!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2010

Explore New York's iconic landmarks on a vibrant city tour.

Hello, Florida!

Board Book · Ages 2–5 · 2010

Explore Florida's wonders, from space shuttles to turtle hatchlings.

Crocodaddy
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$695

Crocodaddy

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009

A boy's playful hunt reveals a surprising transformation.

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The authors and illustrators who share the credits across David Walker's books.

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Ann Whitford Paul

Author / 11 shared books

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