Jim Aylesworth

  • 14

    Catalog books

  • 16

    Works

  • 1990 to 2009

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Jim Aylesworth writes with warm simplicity and a keen ear for children's rhythm. In Full Belly Bowl he blends playful language and comforting repetition to invite read-aloud participation, while his book of bedtime stories collects short, soothing tales that steer young listeners toward calm and sleep with gentle humor and clear pacing.

Aylesworth's stories favor everyday moments turned mildly marvelous, using short scenes and accessible vocabulary to hold attention. Whether stretching a meal into a communal celebration or winding down with bedside narratives, his work supports shared reading rituals and encourages caregivers to linger in the small pleasures of storytime.

Best Place To Start

Full Belly Bowl

Simon & Schuster • 1998 • commitment varies by edition

It helps anchor a specific period of this author’s publishing run instead of blending into the undated shelf clutter.

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Picture books with rhythmic text • Playful bedtime and family stories • Lively read-aloud language

Genres and themes: Children's picture books • Bedtime stories • Family and food themes

Who this author is best for: Great for caregivers and readers who want warm, rhythmic picture books for read-alouds.

Start with a single picture-book title to sample Aylesworth’s rhythmic voice and family-centered themes.

Top Books To Start With

  1. Full Belly Bowl

    Simon & Schuster • 1998 • commitment varies by edition

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1998.

  2. Jim Aylesworth's book of bedtime stories

    Simon & Schuster • 1998 • commitment varies by edition

    You re-read Jim Aylesworth's lullaby-like rhythms at bedtime | You enjoy short, standalone stories that fit a single bed…

  3. Through the Night

    Simon & Schuster • 1998 • quick commitment

    It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.

  4. Country Crossing

    Simon & Schuster • 1995 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1995 • 32 pages.

  5. Counrty Crossing

    Simon & Schuster • 1991 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1991 • 32 pages.

  6. Naughty little monkeys

    Scholastic • 2003 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2003 • 32 pages.

  7. Teddy Bear Tears

    Aladdin Paperbacks • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2000 • 32 pages.

  8. My Son John (An Owlet Book)

    Henry Holt & Co • 1997 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1997 • 32 pages.

  9. My Sister's Rusty Bike

    Simon & Schuster • 1996 • commitment varies by edition

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1996.

  10. Old Black Fly (An Owlet Book)

    Henry Holt & Co • 1995 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 1995 • 32 pages.

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