It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.
Marcia Leonard
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47
Catalog books
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43
Works
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1985 to 2011
Strongest span
Who This Author Is
Marcia Leonard writes short, picture-book–length stories that center on childhood feelings and everyday moments. Her titles range from early emotional guides like How I Feel Angry and Happy to playful, activity-minded Hanna Books such as Animal Talk and Food Is Fun!, all aimed at young readers and caregivers.
Leonard also explores group life and schoolyard dynamics in The Bad News Bully and the Brownie Girl Scout–themed Brownie/Is That You, blending relatable scenarios with straightforward text. Her books favor clarity, gentle humor, and situations children can recognize and discuss with adults.
Best Place To Start
Author At A Glance
Best known for: Children's picture books • Early-emotions titles • Girl Scout story • Simple nonfiction for kids
Genres and themes: Feelings and emotions • Childhood social situations • Activity and hobby topics • Animal and food subjects
Who this author is best for: Good for caregivers and teachers seeking short, accessible picture books that introduce emotions, everyday social challenges, and light nonfiction topics.
Start with a picture book matching your need—emotions (How I Feel Angry), social stories (The BAD NEWS BULLY), or activity-themed reads (Food Is Fun!).
Top Books To Start With
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Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • quick commitment
UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 24 pages.
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Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • commitment varies by edition
It helps anchor a specific period of this author’s publishing run instead of blending into the undated shelf clutter.
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Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • commitment varies by edition
UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000.
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Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • commitment varies by edition
You enjoy Marcia Leonard’s child-focused recipes and snack projects | You want classroom- or party-ready food ideas from…
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Let's Go Baby-o! (Hanna Books)
Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • commitment varies by edition
You enjoy Marcia Leonard’s playful rhythm and picture-driven narrative | You want a durable HarperCollins board book for…
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The Opposite of Stop Is Go (Hanna Books)
Harpercollins Childrens Books • 2000 • commitment varies by edition
You enjoy read-alouds with physical participation and a kinetic picture-book premise | You want a Marcia Leonard title t…
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Troll Communications Llc • 1999 • quick commitment
UPB note: year signal: 1999 • 24 pages.
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My Pal Al (Real Kids Readers, Level 1)
Lerner Pub Group • 1998 • quick commitment
UPB note: year signal: 1998 • 31 pages.
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Penton Overseas Inc • 1997 • quick commitment
UPB note: year signal: 1997 • 24 pages.
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Penton Overseas Inc • 1997 • quick commitment
You use Marcia Leonard’s picture-book phrasing to teach feeling words to preschoolers | You want a 24-page classroom rea…
Related Guides
More Books By Marcia Leonard
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How I Feel Scared: Includes Stickers (How I Feel Book Series , No 3)
Penton Overseas Inc • 1997
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How I Feel Silly (How I Feel Book Series , No 4)
Penton Overseas Inc • 1997
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I SURVIVED ON BUS 5 KIDS ON BUS 5 4 (Kids on Bus Five)
Pocket Books • 1997
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Here Come the Brownies: Krissy and the Big Snow
Price Stern Sloan • 1996
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Jo Ann and the Surprise Party: 11 (Here Come the Brownies)
Price Stern Sloan • 1996
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The BAD NEWS BULLY: THE KIDS ON BUS 5 #1 (Kids on Bus Five)
Pocket Books • 1996
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Brownie/is Tht Re You (Here Come the Brownies : a Brownie Girl Scout Book, No 8)
Putnam Pub Group • 1994
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When the Giants Came to Town (Hello Reader (Level 4))
Scholastic • 1994
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Rainboots for Breakfast (What Next?)
Silver Burdett Pr • 1989
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Lerner Publishing Group • 2011
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How I Feel Frustrated (How I Feel)
Smart Kids Publishing • 2002
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How I Feel Jealous (How I Feel)
Smart Kids Publishing • 2002