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Start with Leonardo, the Terrible Monster and continue through all 2 books in the listed reading order.

2 books
Published 2005 to 2017
Status: Likely complete

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Leonardo, the Terrible Monster

Start with Leonardo, the Terrible Monster

Book 1 by Mo Willems • Published 2005

Leonardo wants to be a terrible monster, but he’s not very good at scaring anyone. When he finally succeeds, he’s surprised by how it feels. A funny, warm picture book about empathy, mistakes, and an unexpected friend...

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Leonardo reading order

Ends with Sam, the Most Scaredy-cat Kid in the Whole World

  1. 1
    Leonardo, the Terrible Monster

    Book 1:Leonardo, the Terrible Monster

    Mo Willems • 2005

    Leonardo wants to be a terrible monster, but he’s not very good at scaring anyone. When he finally succeeds, he’s surprised by how it feels. A funny, warm picture book about empathy, mistakes, and an unexpected friend...

  2. 2
    Sam, the Most Scaredy-cat Kid in the Whole World

    Book 2:Sam, the Most Scaredy-cat Kid in the Whole World

    Mo Willems • 2017

    Sam worries about everything and tries hard to stay safe. When a new situation pushes him out of his comfort zone, he has to decide what courage looks like for him. A funny, reassuring story for cautious kids.

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Leonardo FAQ

What is the best order to read the Leonardo series?

The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Leonardo, the Terrible Monster.

How many books are in the Leonardo series?

There are 2 books currently listed in the Leonardo series on GurusReads.

Where should I start with the Leonardo series?

New readers should start with Leonardo, the Terrible Monster, the first book in the reading order.

Is the Leonardo series complete?

Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2005 to 2017.