Bernard Waber Reading Order
1 series · 44 books
Bernard Waber was an American children's author who created some of the most beloved characters in picture book history, including Lyle the friendly crocodile and the Hester family. Writing from the early 1960s through the 2000s, Waber crafted engaging stories that blended humor with heartwarming lessons about acceptance and belonging. His distinctive illustrations paired with witty narratives made him a staple of childhood reading for generations of young readers.
Standalone Novels Series
Complete44 books
Start with Lorenzo, the first of 44 books in the Standalone Novels series.
| # | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ask me |
| 2 | Bernard Waber's ABC Book |
| 3 | Lyle, Lyle crocodile storybook treasury |
| 4 | Lorenzo 1961 |
| 5 | How to go about laying an egg 1963 |
| 6 | Rich Cat, Poor Cat 1963 |
| 7 | Just like Abraham Lincoln 1964 |
| 8 | You Look Ridiculous, Said the Rhinoceros to the Hippopotamus 1966 |
| 9 | Cheese 1967 |
| 10 | A rose for Mr. Bloom 1968 |
| 11 | Lovable Lyle 1969 |
| 12 | Welcome, Lyle 1969 |
| 13 | A Firefly Named Torchy 1970 |
| 14 | Lyle and the Birthday Party 1973 |
| 15 | Good Night Ben 1974 |
| 16 | I was all thumbs 1975 |
| 17 | But Names Will Never Hurt Me 1976 |
| 18 | Goodbye, funny dumpy-lumpy 1977 |
| 19 | Mice on my mind 1977 |
| 20 | Lyle Finds His Mother (Lyle the Crocodile) 1978 |
| 21 | The Snake 1978 |
| 22 | Dear Hildegarde 1980 |
| 23 | You're a little kid with a big heart 1980 |
| 24 | Bernard 1982 |
| 25 | Ira Sleeps Over 1984 |
| 26 | The House on East 88th Street 1988 |
| 27 | Ira Says Goodbye/1 Strip/1 Cassette 1990 |
| 28 | Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile 1990 |
| 29 | Funny, Funny Lyle 1991 |
| 30 | Nobody Is Perfick 1991 |
| 31 | Do You See a Mouse 1995 |
| 32 | Gina 1995 |
| 33 | A Lion Named Shirley Williamson 1996 |
| 34 | Lyle at the Office 1996 |
| 35 | Bearsie Bear and the Surprise Sleepover Party 1997 |
| 36 | An Anteater Named Arthur 1999 |
| 37 | Mouse That Snored 2000 |
| 38 | Fast Food! Gulp! Gulp! 2001 |
| 39 | Ira Series 2001 |
| 40 | Courage 2002 |
| 41 | Evie & Margie 2003 |
| 42 | Lyle at Christmas (Lyle the Crocodile) 2003 |
| 43 | Betty's day off 2005 |
| 44 | Lyle walks the dogs 2009 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many books has Bernard Waber written?
- Bernard Waber has written 44 books across 1 series. Their published works span from 1961 to 2009.
- Are Bernard Waber's series complete?
- Bernard Waber has 1 completed series.