Leslie Patricelli Books in Order

This early cartoon collection takes a zany look at espresso culture through caffeine-loving Linda Latte and a cast of coffee obsessives. It is a playful snapshot of coffee-boom humor from before Patricelli's children's books took off.

Ladybugs are little, grown-ups are big, and Baby is ready to compare them all. It is a lively first opposites book with bold art and a strong feel for toddler-sized humor.

Sniffles are quiet, sneezes are loud, and Baby throws full energy into every contrast. This bright board book turns sound-based opposites into something funny, visual, and easy for little readers to grasp.

Spaghetti is yummy. Worms are not. Baby acts out a series of delicious and disgusting opposites in a playful concept book that knows gross-out humor is always good for a laugh.

Baby's beloved pacifier has disappeared, and the search quickly becomes urgent. This short, funny board book understands exactly how enormous one missing comfort object can feel.

Baby's favorite blanket is missing, and that turns an ordinary day into a full toddler crisis. This warm, funny little story captures the panic, comfort, and relief wrapped up in one very important blankie.

When Baby's treasured dummy goes missing, the whole day takes a dramatic turn. It is a cozy, very toddler-true story about attachment, panic, and the relief of getting that comfort back.

A birthday present is nice, but the box it came in is even better. Baby turns it into a plane, a boat, a sled, and more, with a toy pup happily tagging along.

An ice cream cone, a lost balloon, and other tiny highs and lows help Baby act out two big feelings. It is a simple, cheerful look at how quickly a toddler's day can swing from happy to sad.

Pulling the cat's tail gets a no, while a gentle pat gets a yes. Baby tries out familiar behaviors and learns, in very funny ways, how different choices get different reactions.

One little girl asks for a bigger push on the swing, and her imagination takes the ride from the playground to the sky and beyond. It is a joyful, almost wordless celebration of motion and make-believe.

Stuck inside on a rainy day, the Patterson puppies decide to make their own beach right in the house. Their ocean-sized imagination is a blast, until Mom and Dad discover the watery mess.

Baby heads for the bath and makes the most of it, with bubbles, ducks, splashes, and a gleeful clean escape. It is a bright, energetic take on one of the great toddler rituals.

When you've got to go, you've got to decide where to go. This warm, funny potty-training story follows one baby's first big try, with all the hesitation, humor, and triumph that come with it.

Baby has reached a big toddler question: diaper, or potty? With funny inner debate and a lot of enthusiasm, this classic turns toilet training into a lively, reassuring milestone.

Petra is sure a monster is out in the dark, so her siblings try one goofy plan after another to protect her. This bedtime story turns nighttime fear into teamwork, laughter, and a gentle surprise.

Bath time means bubbles, splashing, goofy sounds, and one very shiny clean Baby racing away at the end. This board book turns a nightly routine into a full comic performance.

Mike has been drumming since before he was born, and every object around him becomes an instrument. When his noisy gift finally finds the right outlet, the story becomes a warm salute to a kid who cannot help making music.

Baby dives into Christmas with decorating, baking, singing, and all the cheerful chaos that comes with the season. It is a festive board book full of little details young holiday fans will spot right away.

A little girl urges Daddy to go faster, and an ordinary ride becomes a playful race powered by imagination. With very few words and lots of motion, it captures the thrill of speed from a child's point of view.

Mommy, Daddy, and the rest of the family all have their own ways of showing Baby love. This sweet, funny board book keeps the affection big, warm, and very easy for little readers to recognize.

Baby insists there is nothing to fear from Tickle Monster, until the tickles land on the feet, tummy, and armpits. The result is a fast, silly story that ends in a family cuddle.

Everybody toots, and Baby is delighted to prove it. With perfect toddler humor and just enough body-function silliness, this one turns a noisy fact of life into a very giggly read.

Halloween is a little spooky and a lot exciting when Baby chooses a costume, helps carve a pumpkin, and heads out for treats. This one is just right for first-time trick-or-treaters.

Baby gets ready for Easter with dyed eggs, bunny ears, and an eagerly awaited basket. It is a bright holiday board book that mixes simple color fun with first-time excitement.

Baby may have only one hair, but it still needs washing, brushing, and eventually a haircut. This funny, reassuring board book is a gentle way into a first trim.

From dinner to bath to story time, Baby moves through the familiar steps of getting ready for bed. The routine feels lively and funny, but it lands in exactly the cozy place you want.

Lily's first day at a new school goes horribly wrong, then gets better when she meets frog-loving Darby. Their new friendship is tested when old loyalties, school pranks, and fourth-grade drama start crowding in.

Baby is thrilled to trade the crib for a big bed, at least until bedtime makes the change feel strange. It is a comforting story about excitement, nerves, and settling into something new.

A young builder starts with a box of blocks and imagines bigger and bigger creations. When a smaller helper barges in, the story shifts from grand construction to patience, repair, and shared play.

Baby's toy doggie is scared of shadows, strangers, loud noises, and being left behind. Then Doggie goes missing, and Baby has to face a little fear too.

Sometimes Baby gets so angry that a full floor-flopping tantrum takes over. This relatable board book follows the storm and gently offers a few ways to help the big mad start to pass.

Drool, chewing, and a funny feeling in the mouth can only mean one thing: a tooth is on the way. Baby's teething adventure turns discomfort into discovery, then into brushing practice.

Baby celebrates all the things Daddy can do, from shoulder rides and horsey games to cooking and cuddling. It is a loving, playful portrait of everyday time with a favorite parent.

Mommy gives hugs, makes yummy food, and turns ordinary moments into fun. Told from Baby's point of view, this is a warm, funny tribute to everyday closeness with Mom.

Baby heads to the beach with a new friend for sunscreen, waves, sandcastle building, and sticky ice cream. It is a sunny little adventure about summer fun and early friendship.

Lily finally feels settled in her new town until a bully, a hurt friend, and one bad choice pull her into a growing lie. This funny, thoughtful sequel digs into honesty, guilt, and friendship.