Lois Lenski Books in Order
Lois Lenski is a prolific and celebrated author known for her thought-provoking children's books that delve into the diverse experiences of American childhood. Her American Regional Series, which spans multiple decades, is a testament to her dedication to capturing the essence of regional cultures. The series began with Bayou Suzette in 1943, born out of Lenski's own experiences traveling to warmer climates with her husband Arthur Covey to alleviate her health issues. As she explored the southern United States, she discovered the rich tapestry of regional lifestyles and the unique experiences of children living in these areas. Lenski's commitment to sharing these stories has resulted in a body of work that continues to captivate readers and inspire new generations of authors.
Bibliography verified: January 2026
Book Series by Lois Lenski
- #1AmazonBayou Suzette(1943)
- #2AmazonStrawberry Girl(1945)
- #3AmazonBlue Ridge Billy(1946)
- #4AmazonJudy's Journey(1947)
- #5AmazonCotton in My Sack(1949)
- #6AmazonTexas Tomboy(1950)
- #7AmazonPrairie School(1951)
- #8AmazonMama Hattie's Girl(1953)
- #9AmazonCorn-Farm Boy(1954)
- #10AmazonSan Francisco Boy(1955)
- #11AmazonFlood Friday(1956)
- #12AmazonHouseboat Girl(1957)
- #13AmazonCoal Camp Girl(1959)
- #14AmazonShoo-Fly Girl(1963)
- #15AmazonTo Be a Logger(1967)
- #16AmazonDeer Valley Girl(1968)
- #1AmazonA Little Girl of Nineteen Hundred(1928)
- #2AmazonThe Little Family(1932)
- #3AmazonSurprise for Mother(1934)
- #4AmazonThe Easter Rabbit's Parade(1936)
- #5AmazonSusie Mariar(1939)
- #6AmazonLet's Play House(1944)
- #7AmazonMr. and Mrs. Noah(1948)
- #8AmazonLiving with Others(1952)
- #9AmazonI Went for a Walk(1958)
- #10AmazonAt Our House(1959)
- #11AmazonSing a Song of People(1965)
- #12AmazonMy Friend the Cow(1975)
- #13AmazonSing For Peace(1985)
- #14AmazonWe Are Thy Children (With: Clyde Robert Bulla)(1952)
- #15AmazonCity Poems(1971)
- #16AmazonLois Lenski's Christmas Stories(1980)
- #1AmazonJourney Into Childhood(1972)
- #2AmazonWe Are Thy Children (With: Clyde Robert Bulla)(1952)
- #3AmazonStories of Gilbert & Sullivan Operas (By: Clyde Robert Bulla,James McCrea,Ruth McCrea)(1968)
- #4AmazonNew Boy in Dublin (By: Jo Polseno,Clyde Robert Bulla)(1969)
- #5AmazonBeat the Drum, Independence Day Has Come: Poems for the Fourth of July(1977)
- #6AmazonBy a Woman's Hand(2010)
- #1AmazonBoom Town Boy(1948)
- #2AmazonPeanuts for Billy Ben(1952)
- #3AmazonWe Live in the South(1952)
- #4AmazonWe Live in the City(1954)
- #5AmazonProject Boy(1954)
- #6AmazonBerries in the Scoop(1956)
- #7AmazonLittle Sioux Girl(1958)
- #8AmazonWe Live in the Country(1960)
- #9AmazonWe Live in the Southwest(1962)
- #10AmazonWe Live in the North(1965)
- #11AmazonHigh-Rise Secret(1966)
About Lois Lenski
Lois Lenski is a prolific and celebrated author known for her thought-provoking children's books that delve into the diverse experiences of American childhood. Her American Regional Series, which spans multiple decades, is a testament to her dedication to capturing the essence of regional cultures. The series began with Bayou Suzette in 1943, born out of Lenski's own experiences traveling to warmer climates with her husband Arthur Covey to alleviate her health issues. As she explored the southern United States, she discovered the rich tapestry of regional lifestyles and the unique experiences of children living in these areas. Lenski's commitment to sharing these stories has resulted in a body of work that continues to captivate readers and inspire new generations of authors.
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