Fruit Troops Books in Order
Fruit Troops is a series of 11 books written by Melody Carlson.
Here, you can see them all in order! (publication year included)
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Fruit Troops books in publication order
11 books
Anna Apple
by Melody Carlson
1997
Anna Apple faces challenges that introduce young children to a fruit of the Spirit. This shaped board book pairs a simple character story with movable limbs, inviting toddlers to explore Christian virtues through play.
Blackberry Bart
by Melody Carlson
1997
Gladys Grape
by Melody Carlson
1997
Gladys Grape introduces preschoolers to a fruit of the Spirit through challenges that put her special trait into practice. Movable arms and legs turn the shaped board book into a playful companion for learning about Christian character.
Lyle Lemon
by Melody Carlson
1997
Lyle Lemon learns to put a fruit of the Spirit into practice when challenges arise. Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, this character-shaped board book combines a simple story about Christian virtues with movable arms and legs.
Peachy Pete
by Melody Carlson
1997
Penny Pear
by Melody Carlson
1997
Shy Penny Pear has only the flowers in her garden for friends. As she learns to treat people gently, this shaped board book introduces young children to friendship and gentleness through a fruit character’s story.
Pineapple Paul
by Melody Carlson
1997
Pineapple Paul encounters challenges that help him practice a fruit of the Spirit. His story introduces toddlers and preschoolers to Christian character through a shaped board book with movable limbs that encourage children to play along.
Strawberry Sam
by Melody Carlson
1997
Strawberry Sam introduces young children to love and friendship in an illustrated Fruit Troop board book. Shaped pages and bendable arms and legs make the character both a book to read and a toy to pose.
Tammy Tangerine
by Melody Carlson
1997
Jammin' with the Fruit Troop
by Melody Carlson
1998
War of the Weeds
by Melody Carlson
1998
Weeds begin taking over Fruitville, but three villagers insist they are harmless flowers. This children’s story draws on Jesus’ parable of the wheat and tares to explore recognizing and removing harmful things from life.
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