Picture Books in Order
Below you'll find the complete list of Picture books in publication order. This is generally the recommended reading order for the series.
Reading order verified: January 2026
Publication Order
Ask the Kids
Buy on Amazon1981
Mirandy and Brother Wind (With: Jerry Pinkney)
Buy on Amazon1988
Goin' Someplace Special (With: Jerry Pinkney)
Buy on Amazon2001
The All-I'll-Ever-Want Christmas Doll (With: Jerry Pinkney)
Buy on Amazon2007
Never Forgotten
Buy on Amazon2011
Frequently Asked Questions
The recommended reading order for the Picture series is publication order: 1. Ask the Kids (1981), 2. Mirandy and Brother Wind (With: Jerry Pinkney) (1988), 3. Goin' Someplace Special (With: Jerry Pinkney) (2001), 4. The All-I'll-Ever-Want Christmas Doll (With: Jerry Pinkney) (2007), 5. Never Forgotten (2011). This is generally the best way to experience the story as the author intended.
The Picture series by Patricia C. McKissack contains 5 books. The series began in 1981 and continues to be a popular choice for readers.
The Picture series is written by Patricia C. McKissack. You can find more books and series by this author on our website.
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