Sale price
$759
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · August 1, 2024
Flitter Flutter at the Butterfly House
By Fran Manushkin · With Tammie Lyon
Two friends explore a winter butterfly house full of surprises.
23 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Children's book Author
Fran Manushkin
Biography
Fran Manushkin is the author of many popular picture books, including How Mama Brought the Spring; Baby, Come Out!; Latkes and Applesauce: A Hanukkah Story; and The Tushy Book. There is a real Katie Woo – she’s Fran’s great-niece – but she never gets in half the trouble of the Katie Woo in the books. Fran writes on her beloved MacBook in New York City.
The latest
Fran's most recent book
Reader favorites
Most Popular Fran Manushkin Books
Sale price
$958
Big Sisters Are the Best
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012
A toddler navigates the joys and challenges of becoming a big sister.
Sale price
$759
Big Girl Panties
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2012
A toddler's journey to ditch diapers for big girl panties.
Sale price
$958
Big Brothers Are the Best
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012
A boy navigates the joys and challenges of becoming a big brother.
Sale price
$759
Big Boy Underpants
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2016
A young boy embarks on a journey to ditch diapers for big boy underpants.
Sale price
$495
Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
A girl's big ideas lead to unexpected challenges and creative solutions.
Sale price
$470
Katie Woo Tries Something New
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015
A young girl navigates various challenges and learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and self-expression.
At a glance
Book Stats
106
Authored
0
Illustrated
9
Collaborators
Picture books
62
Chapter books
42
Board books
2
Publishing timeline
Books published each year, stacked by book type.
Publication timeline from 1990 to 2024.
Book mix
The share of the catalog represented by each book type.
Book type breakdown: 62 picture books, 42 chapter books, 2 board books.
106
books
Complete bibliography
All Fran Manushkin Books
Every title in the Bookroo library, ordered from newest to oldest.
Sale price
$759
Flitter Flutter at the Butterfly House
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2024
Two friends explore a winter butterfly house full of surprises.
Sale price
$759
Splish Splash at the Water Park
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2024
Can Katie conquer her fear of the towering water slide?
Sale price
$759
Crunch and Munch in the Apple Orchard
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2024
Two friends compete to find the best apple and uncover a secret about fallen fruit.
Sale price
$759
Soldiers and Sweets at the Ballet
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2024
Two friends experience the magic of The Nutcracker ballet.
Sale price
$759
The Mystery of the Box of Chocolates
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2024
A birthday chocolate mystery unfolds. Can Katie and Pedro catch the thief?
Sale price
$2152
The Mystery of the Missing Moose
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2024
A lost toy at the fair leads to an unexpected adventure.
Sale price
$759
The Mystery of the Fishy Canoe
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A canoe trip turns into a search when friends get separated on the water.
Sale price
$1797
Scoot
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022
A sparrow braves New York's skyline to guide lost birds home.
Sale price
$2152
The Mystery of the Haunted Scarecrow
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A scarecrow's eerie presence hides a mysterious truth.
Sale price
$2265
The Peanut Butter and Jelly Mystery
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A missing sandwich leads to a lunchtime mystery. Can it be solved?
Sale price
$2152
The Super-Duper Supermoon Mystery
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A camping trip turns mysterious as darkness hides secrets.
Sale price
$2152
The Mystery of the Missing Mummy
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A young girl creates a mummy and it goes missing, leading her and her friends on a search to find it.
Sale price
$2132
The Birthday Party Mystery
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A young girl tries to uncover the surprise her parents have planned for her birthday.
Sale price
$2132
The Mystery of the Stinky, Spooky Night
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A foggy night walk turns mysterious with a strange, following stench.
Sale price
$2132
The Rainbow Mystery
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2022
A lost rainbow ring sparks a backyard mystery hunt.
Sale price
$2025
The Mystery of the Snow Puppy
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2022
A young girl's puppy runs away and she must find it.
Sale price
$2152
Pedro and the Dragon
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2021
Pedro must find his missing friend amid a vibrant parade.
Sale price
$574
Pedro Is Rich
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2021
Pedro must decide how to wisely use his birthday money.
Sale price
$2152
Super-Duper Librarian
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2021
Katie races against time to find the perfect book on a rainy library day.
Sale price
$858
Pedro on the Go
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
Join a boy's thrilling adventures from wild hikes to imaginary Mars trips.
Sale price
$2132
Pedro Goes to Mars
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
Pedro imagines life on Mars. Will his dreams take him there or keep him on Earth?
Sale price
$574
The Best Pet?
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
A pet show disaster leaves Peppy muddy. Can he still win?
Sale price
$2152
Katie's Vet Loves Pets
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
A young girl finds a lost kitten and tries to find it a home, but it's sick and needs medical attention.
Sale price
$2152
The Best Baker
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
Two friends learn to bake with the help of a professional baker.
Sale price
$2152
Good Morning, Farmer Carmen!
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
A young girl spends a day helping her friend's aunt at a farm and learns about the process of growing and selling produce.
Sale price
$2132
Open Wide, Katie!
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2020
A young girl visits the dentist and learns about animal teeth.
Sale price
$2152
Stocking Up for the Storm
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
A young girl prepares for a big storm with her family and checks in with her friends as they all wait for it to pass.
Sale price
$2152
Friends in the Mail
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
A young girl named Katie makes a scarf for her grandfather's birthday and learns about the postal system as she sends it to him.
Sale price
$2152
Super Paramedic!
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
A young girl helps her injured grandmother and learns about the importance of community and gratitude.
Sale price
$2152
Helping Mayor Patty
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
A group of friends try to determine what their neighborhood needs most.
Sale price
$2152
Pedro Goes Wild!
Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2019
A father and son go on a hike together.
Sale price
$2152
Pedro Keeps His Cool
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
Can Pedro turn a frosty festival flop into fun and friendship?
Sale price
$574
Katie Woo's Neighborhood
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
Discover how one girl transforms her neighborhood through kindness and connection.
Sale price
$759
Katie and the Haunted Museum
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
A museum sleepover turns spooky when shadows and whispers suggest ghostly visitors.
Sale price
$2132
Flower Girl Katie
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2019
A girl fears ruining her aunt's wedding as a flower girl.
Sale price
$2025
On Top of the World
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018
A day at the amusement park turns into a search when Pedro's brother vanishes.
Sale price
$2025
The Big Stink
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018
A mysterious stench disrupts class. Can Pedro uncover the source?
Sale price
$2152
Pedro's Big Break
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018
A young boy named Pedro breaks his arm and learns to adapt to his new limitations.
Sale price
$2025
Pedro's Monster
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018
A young boy overcomes his bad dreams with the help of his family and a monster truck rally.
Sale price
$2025
Katie Blows Her Top
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018
A science project erupts into chaos. Can she keep her cool?
Sale price
$2025
Daddy Can't Dance
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2018
A dance disaster looms as Katie's dad struggles with his two left feet.
Sale price
$2025
Pedro the Ninja
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017
A boy's dream of becoming a ninja leads him to karate lessons.
Sale price
$2132
Pedro's Tricky Tower
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017
Can Pedro and Roddy overcome their differences to build the tallest tower?
Sale price
$470
Pedro the Great
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017
Pedro embarks on thrilling adventures, from pirate quests to ninja battles. What's next for Pedro the Great?
Sale price
$2152
Pedro and the Shark
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017
Lost in an aquarium, Pedro faces a shark alone.
Sale price
$1799
Bamboo for Me, Bamboo for You!
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2017
Panda twins' bamboo obsession leads to playful adventures and sibling rivalry.
Sale price
$2025
Pirate Pedro
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2017
Pirate Day at school sparks a playful battle for captaincy.
Sale price
$470
Pedro, First-Grade Hero
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
First-grader Pedro faces mishaps and a class election with humor and heart.
Sale price
$2152
Pedro's Big Goal
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
Can Pedro overcome his size to become the team's goalie?
Sale price
$2132
Pedro's Mystery Club
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
A new club tackles two puzzling mysteries.
Sale price
$2025
Pedro Goes Buggy
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
Pedro's bug collection escapes, causing chaos at home.
Sale price
$2152
Pedro for President
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
Two friends vie for class president. Who will win?
Sale price
$2152
The Best Club
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
Can Katie and friends create a club to rival Sophie's exclusive group?
Sale price
$2025
Katie's Spooky Sleepover
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2016
A sleepover turns spooky when a lucky kimono vanishes.
Sale price
$759
Big Boy Underpants
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2016
A young boy embarks on a journey to ditch diapers for big boy underpants.
Sale price
$1697
Happy in Our Skin
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2015
Celebrate the uniqueness and unity of diverse babies through their growing, protective skin.
Sale price
$2025
Katie's Happy Mother's Day
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015
A young girl takes care of her sick mother and wants to give her a special gift for Mother's Day.
Sale price
$2025
Katie Woo, Super Scout
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015
Katie's treasure hunt tests friendship with an unlikely partner.
Sale price
$470
Katie Woo Tries Something New
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015
A young girl navigates various challenges and learns valuable lessons about perseverance, friendship, and self-expression.
Sale price
$2025
Cartwheel Katie
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015
Can Katie master gymnastics or will she give up?
Sale price
$2025
Katie's Noisy Music
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2015
A girl seeks the perfect instrument to express her unique musical voice.
Sale price
$470
Every Day's an Adventure
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014
Join a young adventurer as she turns everyday experiences into exciting escapades.
Sale price
$2152
Keep Dancing, Katie
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014
A new dancer threatens Katie's joy. Can she find her rhythm again?
Sale price
$2025
Katie and the Fancy Substitute
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014
A substitute teacher arrives, and Katie's efforts to impress her go awry.
Sale price
$2132
Cowgirl Katie
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014
A young girl named Katie wants a horse and gets to experience riding one on a trip to a ranch with her family and friends.
Sale price
$2132
Fly High, Katie!
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2014
A young girl's first flight to visit her grandma becomes an adventure filled with unexpected events and surprises.
Sale price
$495
Katie Woo and Her Big Ideas
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
A girl's big ideas lead to unexpected challenges and creative solutions.
Sale price
$495
Katie Woo Loves School
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
School is an adventure with exciting projects and field trips. Will Katie's love for learning grow even more?
Sale price
$495
Katie Woo Celebrates
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
Katie Woo can't pick a favorite holiday. Can she enjoy them all?
Sale price
$495
Katie Woo, Don't Be Blue
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
Katie faces fears and sadness, but support helps her find joy again.
Sale price
$2025
Moo, Katie Woo!
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
A lost student on a farm sparks a class adventure.
Sale price
$2025
Katie Saves the Earth
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
A yard sale to save the planet.
Sale price
$2132
Who Needs Glasses?
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
A boy learns the importance of wearing his glasses.
Sale price
$2025
Piggy Bank Problems
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2013
Katie's piggy bank shatters, revealing a lesson in saving.
Sale price
$759
Big Girl Panties
Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 2012
A toddler's journey to ditch diapers for big girl panties.
Sale price
$495
Katie Woo Rules the School
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2012
A schoolgirl navigates adventures, learning to be a great friend and classmate.
Sale price
$470
Katie Woo and Friends
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2012
A young girl navigates various experiences and emotions with her friends and family
Sale price
$958
Big Sisters Are the Best
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012
A toddler navigates the joys and challenges of becoming a big sister.
Sale price
$958
Big Brothers Are the Best
Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2012
A boy navigates the joys and challenges of becoming a big brother.
Sale price
$2152
Katie Woo Has the Flu
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A sneeze leads to unexpected challenges for a young girl.
Sale price
$2132
Katie and the Class Pet
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A weekend with the class pet turns into a frantic search when he goes missing.
Sale price
$2025
Katie Woo, Where Are You?
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A girl vanishes in a bustling mall, unaware she's lost.
Sale price
$2025
Katie's New Shoes
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
Katie needs shoes with pizzazz. Will she find the perfect pair?
Sale price
$799
Katie Finds a Job
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A student must choose the perfect career for school career day.
Sale price
$795
Look at You, Katie Woo!
Picture Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A schoolgirl navigates growing up with humor and heart.
Sale price
$799
Star of the Show
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A girl cast as a worm in a play finds her own way to shine.
Sale price
$2025
The Tricky Tooth
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
Katie's tooth won't budge. Will it ever fall out?
Sale price
$2025
Katie's Lucky Birthday
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
A school birthday celebration takes a twist when Katie shares her special day.
Sale price
$2025
Katie Finds a Job
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2011
Katie must choose the perfect career for school, but how?
Sale price
$2152
Katie Saves Thanksgiving
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
A snowstorm threatens Thanksgiving, but can Katie save the day?
Sale price
$2025
Red, White, and Blue and Katie Woo!
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
Katie Woo celebrates the Fourth of July with her friends Pedro and JoJo.
Sale price
$2025
Boo, Katie Woo!
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
Three friends go trick-or-treating together on Halloween night.
Sale price
$2152
No Valentines for Katie
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
Katie feels left out when she doesn't receive a Valentine.
Sale price
$2132
Katie in the Kitchen
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
A strange noise disrupts Katie's solo dinner prep. Is a ghost involved?
Sale price
$2025
Katie Goes Camping
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
Camping fun turns spooky when shadows creep in.
Sale price
$2025
Best Season Ever
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
Three friends debate the ultimate season. Who will win?
Sale price
$2152
Make-Believe Class
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
A gray day turns adventurous with imagination as a classroom explores new worlds.
Sale price
$2025
Moving Day
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
Katie's new house feels strange. Will it ever feel like home?
Sale price
$2132
A Nervous Night
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2010
A girl faces her fears during a sleepover at her grandparents' house.
Sale price
$2025
No More Teasing
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009
A young girl learns to deal with a classmate who constantly teases her.
Sale price
$2025
Too Much Rain
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009
Flood forces a family into a shelter. Will the rain ever stop?
Sale price
$2025
Boss of the World
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009
A day at the beach turns sour when bossiness threatens friendships.
Sale price
$2025
A Happy Day
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009
Discover why life is so joyful for one little girl.
Sale price
$2152
Goodbye to Goldie
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009
A young girl copes with the loss of her beloved dog, Goldie, with the help of her friends and family.
Sale price
$2152
The Big Lie
Chapter Book · Ages 5–7 · 2009
A young boy's toy airplane goes missing and his classmates try to help him find it.
Sale price
$1697
Latkes and Applesauce
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1990
A blizzard threatens Hanukkah, but a cat and dog bring a miracle.
Creative company
Collaborators
The authors and illustrators who share the credits across Fran Manushkin's books.
01
Tammie Lyon
Illustrator / 84 shared books
TL
02
Laura Zarrin
Illustrator / 10 shared books
LZ
03
Kirsten Richards
Illustrator / 2 shared books
KR
04
Valeria Petrone
Illustrator / 2 shared books
VP
05
Bruce Degen
Illustrator / 1 shared book
BD
06
Kris Easler
Illustrator / 1 shared book
KE
07
Lauren Tobia
Illustrator / 1 shared book
LT
08
Purificacion Hernandez
Illustrator / 1 shared book
PH
09
Purificacion Hernandez
Illustrator / 1 shared book
PH