Books by Dan Yaccarino

Read To Me International is honored to to have hosted Dan Yaccarino at the 2009 RTM Biennial Conference, "Open a Book, Open the World," as one of two featured National Authors. 

Unlovable

A little pug learns the true meaning of friendship.

The Lima Bean Monster

What children do to save the world may not be the same as what they do at the dinner table.

Five Little Pumpkins

Dan Yaccarino has re-illustrated a perennial favorite amongst the pre-school set. 

Good Night, Mr. Night

Every night the world goes to sleep with the help of Mr. Night.

The Birthday Fish

Have you ever wanted a specific present so bad that it was all you could think of? But then they give you something else instead.  In "The Birthday Fish", Dan Yaccarino shows us that sometimes the runner-up present is more than we could hope for.

Every Friday

A father and son walk to their favorite diner every Friday morning for breakfast. As the weeks turn into years, some things will change but the time they spend together brings them closer and the memories they have will last forever.

Go, Go America

Adults and children alike will enjoy this fresh take on the trivia of America.  

The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau

Available for pre-orders. This book will be available at the book stores on March 24, 2009

About the Author

Dan Yaccarino (www.yaccarinostudio.com) has entertained children the world over. He has secured his reputation as an illustrator, author, and design artist through his diverse works, including: children's books; Oswald—an animated TV series; character designs for Nickeloden's The Backyardigans; and his many illustrated toys, games, and other children's products. His bold, stylized illustrations add wit and energy to the works of such prestigious authors as Margaret Wise Brown, Jack Prelutsky, Kevin Henkes, and Patricia MacLachlan, in addition to his own stories. 

Yaccarino's internationally recognized art style has earned him exhibits in New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo, and Rome; a large following in Japan; and a visit to the White House. His books have been translated into many languages and have inspired audio books and video adaptations. People all over the world enjoy Oswald, Yaccarino's animated television series about the wonderfully whimsical world of a lovable octopus, which Time magazine chose as one of the top six shows to watch on cable. Animation Magazine hails him as "an American original."

Yaccarino's work has been recognized with a host of prestigious awards including the New York Times Best Illustrated Books of 2007, Parents Magazine Top Toy Award, Parent's Choice Award, and Child Magazine Award. He lives with his wife and their two children in New York City and creates his quirky characters in his studio high above the Hudson River, surrounded by vintage toys.