Most Popular Books by Lauren Thompson

These are the apples, juicy and red,
that went in the pie,
warm and sweet,
that Papa baked...
for guess who!

Little Quack

Little Quack is a duck out of water. As his brothers and sisters splish, splash, and splosh their way into the pond behind their mama, he is left all alone on the shore. Little Quack wants to join his family. Can he find the courage to be a very small duck in a very big pond?
Count along and find out! The QUACK-U-LATOR keeps score, adding a splash of math to all the fun!

Mouse's First Valentine (Classic Board Books)

by: Lauren Thompson, Buket Erdogan

Early one morning Mouse follows his sister around the house. She's making something red and lacy and very pretty. What will it be? Find the answer in this sturdy board book edition of the New York Times best-selling picture book.

Ballerina Dreams

by: Joann Ferrara, Lauren Thompson, James Estrin

Once upon a time there were five little girls who shared a dream. They wanted to be ballerinas and dance on stage like their sisters and cousins and friends.

But it would be hard for these girls to make their dream come true. They had cerebral palsy or other physical disabilities, which meant their muscles didn't move the way they wanted them to. Some wore leg braces. Some used wheelchairs and walkers to get around. But these girls were determined. They had a dedicated teacher. Every week they practiced. They worked hard. And one day they were ready.

Ballerina Dreams is an inspiring true story of love, hope and courage for everyone and anyone who has ever wished (and worked) hard enough to make their dreams come true.

Ballerina Dreams is the winner of the 2008 Bank Street - Flora Stieglitz Award.

Mouse's First Snow

release date: Nov 01, 2005

A mouse and its father enjoy playing in the snow.

Mouse's First Halloween

release date: Aug 07, 2012

Inquisitive Mouse steps out again on a holiday. This time it''s Halloween night! One spooky night when the moon was bright, Mouse crept around, and this is what he found...

Mouse Loves Snow

release date: Nov 14, 2017

On a bright, snowy day Mouse discovers sledding, skating, and making snow mice in this beautiful Pre-Level 1 Ready-to-Read book all about winter! When Mouse and Poppa venture into the great outdoors, they discover all the seasonal pastimes that make winter a special time of year for kids. From making snow angels to building a snowman—who looks more like a snow mouse—this book is brimming with fun. Young readers are sure to enjoy Lauren Thompson’s simple, energetic text and Buket Erdogan’s sweet, playful illustrations as they learn to recognize words and begin to read on their very own!

Hope Is an Open Heart

release date: Apr 01, 2010

Photographs and rhythmic text explore the meaning of hope and celebrate its power, especially in difficult times.

Wee Little Lamb

release date: Jan 27, 2009

This wee little lamb may be the shyest animal on the farm, but he is also one of the most lovable. Whether he learns it from the hoot of the wise old owl or the song of the jolly red robin, this wee little guy will see that being shy doesn''t stop him from meeting a wee little friend.

Leap Back Home to Me

release date: Jun 07, 2011

A little frog’s first leap out into the world is a big, scary thing. But luckily, mama is always there to catch him when he comes home. As the leaps get bigger, frog gets braver—and before he knows it, he’s soaring out to the moon and beyond! This loveable little frog will hurdle his way into your heart. Come leap along, and see what it’s like to shoot for the stars . . . and always have a landing pad ready to catch you.

Little Quack's New Friend

release date: Jan 01, 2009

When a frog invites five ducklings to play, four refuse because he is too little and green, but Little Quack has so much fun with his new friend that the other ducklings soon join in.

Hop, Hop, Jump!

release date: May 08, 2012

Get moving and have some fun with this invigorating picture book romp from bestselling author Lauren Thompson. Bestselling Little Quack author Lauren Thompson and acclaimed illustrator Jarrett Krosoczka have teamed up to show just how much fun moving around can be. Wiggling, waggling, stomping, and clomping—there are so many different ways to do it! Go ahead—try them all. Each page has a big, bold toddler face, minimal rhyming text, and a corresponding label for the body part that’s moving, making this bright, rhythmic book perfect for the youngest movers and shakers.

One Starry Night

release date: Oct 04, 2011

release date: Jan 01, 2014