Children's book Author & Illustrator

John Burningham

Biography

John Burningham is one of the world’s most recognized and beloved illustrators. His work has received countless awards, including a Boston Globe–Horn Book honor for It’s a Secret! and two Kate Greenaway Medals. Over his fifty-year career, John Burningham has written and illustrated more than thirty picture books, including Picnic, Motor Miles, and Mouse House. He is married to illustrator Helen Oxenbury. They have three children and live in North London.

Air Miles
Borka
Mouse House
Motor Miles
The Way to the Zoo
Picnic
There's Going to Be a Baby
It's a Secret!
Harvey Slumfenberger's Christmas Present
Hey! Get Off Our Train
Granpa
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Air Miles
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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · June 7, 2022

Air Miles

By John Burningham · With Bill Salaman, Helen Oxenbury

An aging dog takes flight, facing new challenges and heartfelt goodbyes.

32 pages
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Hey! Get Off Our Train

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1989

A boy dreams of rescuing endangered animals with his stuffed dog engineer.

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$2090

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1964

A magical car leads a family on thrilling adventures beyond imagination.

There's Going to Be a Baby

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2010

A child wonders about life with a new sibling on the way.

Motor Miles

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

A grumpy dog finds joy and adventure with his own car.

Air Miles

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

An aging dog takes flight, facing new challenges and heartfelt goodbyes.

Mr. Gumpy's Motor Car

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1973

A car ride turns muddy; will anyone help push it out?

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Book Stats

14

Authored

9

Illustrated

3

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Picture books

14

Chapter books

1

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Air Miles
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$1797

Air Miles

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2022

An aging dog takes flight, facing new challenges and heartfelt goodbyes.

Borka

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018

A featherless gosling must find her way after being left behind on migration day.

Mouse House

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2017

A boy's discovery of a secret mouse family leads to unexpected friendship and mystery.

Motor Miles
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$1597

Motor Miles

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2016

A grumpy dog finds joy and adventure with his own car.

The Way to the Zoo

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2014

A secret door leads to a zoo adventure and chaos.

Picnic

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2013

A picnic turns adventurous when unexpected guests and a chase disrupt plans.

There's Going to Be a Baby
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$958

There's Going to Be a Baby

Picture Book · Ages 2–5 · 2010

A child wonders about life with a new sibling on the way.

It's a Secret!

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2009

A girl shrinks to join her cat on a secret nighttime adventure.

Harvey Slumfenberger's Christmas Present

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1993

Father Christmas races against time to deliver a forgotten gift to a boy on a distant mountain.

Hey! Get Off Our Train
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$858

Hey! Get Off Our Train

Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1989

A boy dreams of rescuing endangered animals with his stuffed dog engineer.

Granpa

Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 1984

A girl and her grandfather create unforgettable memories.

Come Away from the Water, Shirley

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1977

A child's beach day turns into thrilling adventures.

Mr. Gumpy's Outing

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1970

A boat ride with unexpected guests leads to a delightful mishap.

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Helen Oxenbury

Illustrator / 2 shared books

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