Mo Willems is an author, illustrator, animator, playwright and the inaugural Kennedy Center Education Artist-in-Residence. Willems is best known for his best-selling picture books, which have been awarded three Caldecott Honors (Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!; Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale; Knuffle Bunny Too: A Case of Mistaken Identity), two Theodor Seuss Geisel Awards, and five Geisel Honors (the Elephant & Piggie series). Willems began his career as a writer and animator on PBS's Sesame Street, where he garnered six Emmy Awards (writing). His live-action comedy special Don't Let the Pigeon Do Storytime! currently streams on HBOMax.
Mo Willems Books
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Are You Small? (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Are You Small? (B&N Exclusive Edition)
After challenging perspective in Are You Big?, Mo Willems is back to reshape perspective yet again with Are You Small? This exploration of size, from a human down to the microscopic world, is a great way to get young minds thinking big picture.
A BIG Nonfiction Picture Book!
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Are You Big? (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Are You Big? (B&N Exclusive Edition)
A creative depiction of perspective, with readers learning just how small they are in the grand scheme of things. Don’t worry though, Mo Willems brings it home with a feel-good ending. The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition includes pop out finger puppets!
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We Are in an ACT-ivity Book!: An ELEPHANT & PIGGIE Theatrical Event
We Are in an ACT-ivity Book!: An ELEPHANT & PIGGIE Theatrical Event
Mo Willems invites kids to take center stage in this one-of-a-kind theatrical event! Get your backstage pass to the world premiere performance of THE DAY ELEPHANT & PIGGIE MET! Readers will discover how to be a set builder, prop maker, costume designer, playwright and star of the show. Available August 20th, pre-order now.
The Pigeon Series
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Coming Soon From Mo Willems and Dan Santat
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Lefty (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Lefty (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Award winners Mo Willems and Dan Santat join hands in this innovative picture book about lefties (and righties)! The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition includes pop-out hand puppet props. Available December 3rd, pre-order today!
Elephant & Piggie
See AllMeet Mo Willems’ Elephant Gerald and Piggie, winners of two Theodor Seuss Geisel Medals and recipients of five Geisel Honors! Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Elephant Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
Meet Mo Willems’ Elephant Gerald and Piggie, winners of two Theodor Seuss Geisel Medals and recipients of five Geisel Honors! Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Elephant Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
Be the Bus
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Be the Bus: The Lost & Profound Wisdom of The Pigeon (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Be the Bus: The Lost & Profound Wisdom of The Pigeon (B&N Exclusive Edition)
A must-have book for grown-up Pigeon fans! Perfect for children of any age (even the child-at-heart), Be The Bus is classic Mo Willems at his best. Charm, wit, and familiarity — Mo Willems sits on the pedestal with Dr. Seuss. Be like Mo — Be the Bus and Be the Best. The Barnes & Noble Exclusive Edition features an original Pigeon patch in celebration of the Pigeon's 20th Anniversary.
Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale
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Unlimited Squirrels
See AllAn ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests hosts a page-turning extravaganza! Each book features a funny, furry adventure, bonus jokes, quirky quizzes, nutty facts, and so, so many Squirrels.
An ensemble cast of Squirrels, Acorns, and pop-in guests hosts a page-turning extravaganza! Each book features a funny, furry adventure, bonus jokes, quirky quizzes, nutty facts, and so, so many Squirrels.
