The How to Catch series is a collection of children’s books written by author Adam Wallace. Each book in the series is filled with humor, creativity, and vivid illustrations that bring the stories to life. The books are written in a lighthearted and engaging manner, making them perfect for young readers who are just starting to discover the world of books. There are currently 19 books in the series and the series is still expanding now, with the writing being taken over by Alice Walstead. So read on for everything you need to know about this fun and engaging series!
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The “How to Catch” series by Adam Wallace is a collection of fun and imaginative children’s books that teach kids about problem-solving and teamwork. Each book in the series follows a group of kids as they come up with creative ways to catch elusive creatures, such as leprechauns, the tooth fairy, and even Santa Claus.
The books are beautifully illustrated and filled with humor and excitement, making them a hit with young readers. In addition to being entertaining, the “How to Catch” series also encourages children to think outside the box and work together to achieve their goals.
Whether your child is a reluctant reader or a bookworm, the “How to Catch” series is sure to capture their imagination and leave them eager to read more. With its engaging storytelling and valuable life lessons, the series is a must-have for any family’s bookshelf. So check out the series below and join in on the fun of catching some of the world’s most elusive creatures!
The #1 New York Times and USA Today bestseller perfect for St. Patrick’s Day and beyond!
You’ve been planning night and day, and finally you’ve created the perfect trap with shamrocks, pots of gold, and rainbows galore! Now all you need to do is wait. Is this the year you’ll finally catch the leprechaun? Start a St. Patrick’s Day tradition with this fun and lively children’s picture book and get inspired to build leprechaun traps of your own at home or in the classroom! Laugh along in this zany story for kids that blends STEAM concepts with hilarious rhymes and vibrant illustrations!
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How To Catch series comes an all-new tooth fairy book!
From losing your first tooth to waiting for the arrival of the mysterious tooth fairy, How to Catch the Tooth Fairy celebrates this special event in your child’s life with a lively story of the tooth fairy’s escape from some very determined kids! Get ready to laugh along with this zany story as the tooth fairy dodges traps, drool, dental floss webs, and more in this fun bedtime book for children ages 4-10 that combines silly rhymes and bright illustrations with STEAM concepts! Can you catch her?
How to catch the Tooth Fairy? It’s not an easy task.
You can try to catch her, but she is just too fast!
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a hilarious Christmas adventure, perfect for stocking stuffers!
“With delightful rhymes, How to Catch an Elf slots itself into place along such classics as ‘The Night Before Christmas.'”―Foreword Reviews
It’s Christmas Eve and an elf is on the loose… in YOUR house! Do you have what it takes to catch him? Follow along in this fun holiday story as a mischievous elf causes chaos Christmas Eve! Filled with zany traps, vibrant illustrations, STEAM concepts, and even Santa Claus himself, this Christmas picture book for kids is guaranteed to become a new holiday tradition!
The perfect elf book for kids, funny stocking stuffer or Christmas gift for ages 4-8, this festive read aloud is loved by children, parents, and educators alike.
Some kids have tried to catch him, but Santa’s fast, you see!
So they’ve set their eyes on a smaller prize, and now they’re after me!
The New York Times and USA Today Bestseller! The best Easter basket stuffer and fun spring picture book for kids!
Finding eggs is easy, but can YOU catch the Easter Bunny in action this year? He has a basket full of treats and tricks for staying hidden―plus that bunny hippity hops with lightning speed! Start a new tradition with this bright and funny children’s Easter book and get inspired to build STEAM traps of your own to pair with the readaloud! Educators, families, and children will love this wonderfully creative opportunity to have fun and celebrate the holiday together.
I’ve been working long and hard
with all my peeps and crew.
We’ve made the eggs, and now I’m here
to bring them all to you!
Looking for easy Easter basket stuffers? Look no further than the complete How to Catch series!
A USA Today Bestseller! From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new monster story and picture book for kids!
Get ready to laugh along in this fun children’s monster book as a brave young ninja heads into the closet to meet the monster that’s been so scary night after night! But what if our monster isn’t scary at all? Maybe our hero is about to make a friend of the strangest sort…
Whether you’re looking for kids books about fears, spooky basket stuffers, festive gifts for children, a great bedtime story, or inspiration to build your very own STEAM traps and activities, parents, educators, and children alike will love sharing this silly read aloud! This inventive picture book about conquering fears and overcoming anxiety reminds us that things aren’t always as scary as they seem!
There’s a monster in my closet with claws, and teeth, and hair,
and tonight, I’m going to scare him! He lives just right through there…
An enchanting mermaid tale from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series, the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for kids!
Many claim to have caught a mermaid, but can YOU? Perfect for mermaid lovers, summer reading, and gifts for kids ages 4-10, this funny mermaid picture book offers an irresistible under-the-sea adventure that parents, educators, and children will love! Brimming with fun STEAM-based traps, clever rhymes, and plenty of laughs to share in at-home and classroom read alouds, this magical story makes a perfect stocking stuffer and birthday, Easter, or back to school gift for kids and mermaid lovers alike!
How do you catch a mermaid? You must be very clever.
With mirrors, crowns, and pearls galore, this quest can’t last forever!
A New York Times Bestseller! From the bestselling How to Catch series comes a festive turkey tale and Thanksgiving book for kids!
A turkey is running loose in a school right before a Thanksgiving play. Can YOU help catch it so the show can go on? Follow along as students turn their school upside down trying to catch the turkey, ending with a twist that ensures no turkeys are harmed (or eaten!). This hilariously zany children’s picture book combines STEAM concepts and traps with a silly story and fun illustrations, perfect for starting a new fall family tradition this autumn or giving as a Thanksgiving gift for kids ages 4 and up!
Thanksgiving time is here again, but there’s a turkey on the run!
Can you catch this tricky bird before the school play has begun?
The #1 New York Times bestseller! Try to catch one of the world’s most elusive mythical creatures―the unicorn―in this enchanting picture book for kids, the perfect Valentine’s Day gift!
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a dazzling new adventure! Filled with zany traps, STEAM concepts, silly rhymes, and lots of rainbow unicorn fun, parents, educators, and young readers alike will delight in this colorful story as the Catch Club Kids are off in the zoo to catch this fantastical beast. Perfect for children ages 4-10, this is the ultimate unicorn gift of the year, great for birthdays, bedtime, or any occasion!
Can you catch the unicorn? You’ll have to use your brain,
So set your traps and prep your team to pet that rainbow mane!
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling team comes a dinomite How to Catch adventure sure to delight any dinosaur fan this Valentine’s Day!
Do dinosaurs still walk among us? Sure, no one has seen one, but if alligators, whales, and even birds still exist, then dinosaurs must still exist, right? Join the daring Catch Club Kids as they try to wrangle a dinosaur in time for the school science fair and prove they’re still around! Parents, young readers, dinosaur lovers, and educators alike will roar with laughter in this dinosaur picture book that blends STEAM concepts with hilarity and clever chaos. Do YOU have what it takes to pluck a prehistoric pal? Perfect for kids ages 4-10, this fun story makes a great birthday and back to school gift, stocking and basket stuffer, or read aloud for any occasion!
Can you catch a dinosaur and prove they’re still around?
Use your brain and set your traps to get that dino found!
From the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new dragon story, a great Chinese New Year book for kids!
Do you have what it takes to snag a dragon? The How to Catch kids are off again, this time trying to catch a dragon as they chase him through Chinese New Year celebrations! Set in China during the Spring Festival, otherwise known as Chinese New Year, the wily dragon will have to avoid trap after trap as the kids run through paper lanterns, red lunar envelopes, fireworks, and more!
With bonus educational content and Mandarin translations in the back to enhance your reading experience, How to Catch a Dragon is the perfect dragon book for kids ages 3-8!
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling team comes a new, epic winter adventure in the How to Catch series!
When our brilliant Catch Club Kids hear about the legendary Yeti, they head to the mountains to catch a glimpse and prove it really exists! Full of hilarious high jinks, bright illustrations, and clever STEM traps, this funny picture book for kids is a fun-filled ride you won’t want to miss! Will our Catch Club Kids prove the Yeti exists, or will he remain a mystery to the world?
We’ve all heard unexplained tales of the Yeti, Bigfoot, Sasquatch, and more… do YOU have what it takes to catch one? Find out in this action-packed story for children, the perfect read aloud all winter, as a Christmas gift for kids, for classroom activities, and beyond!
Legend has it there lives a beast we really want to meet.
He’s extra huge with snow-white fur and giant, fuzzy feet!
I know the Yeti does exist, and I can prove it too!
And with my friends, we’ll find him fast before the day is through!
A USA Today Bestseller! From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a new winter adventure!
Our heroes’ entry for the snowman contest has magically come to life―and ran away! Can YOU help catch it? Get ready for snow much fun as you travel through a winter wonderland with running, skating, and bouncing through trap after trap to catch the snowman and claim the winning prize. Will the snowman teach our heroes a lesson they’ll never forget? Who snows! This delightful picture book for ages 4-10 is filled with silly rhymes, fun art, and STEAM connections perfect for families and educators to enjoy this winter or as a holiday stocking stuffer.
I don’t thumpity-thump or give warm hugs―that’s for my snowman friends to do.
Clever kids will try to trap me, but who will catch me…YOU?
A New York Times bestseller! From the NYT and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a new, fantastical gingerbread man book that makes a funny gift for kids!
Do you have what it takes to catch the Gingerbread Man? The famous storybook character has magically come to life and leapt from the pages during story time! Follow along as the Gingerbread Man runs loose in a bookstore with the help of Robin Hood, Sherlock Holmes, Peter Rabbit, nursery rhyme characters, and more! If you set the right traps, you might…just might be able to catch this wily cookie and finish the fairy tale!
Filled with zany STEAM traps, a silly story, and fun illustrations, this hilarious picture book is the perfect read aloud for parents, educators, and kids ages 4-10!
When the storyteller starts to read, “Run, run, as fast as you can,”
I’m off in a start, and you’ll have to be smart to catch me, the Gingerbread Man!
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an all-new, hilarious school adventure!
The class pets escaped from their cages and are running loose in your school! Lizards, hamsters, rabbits, and birds are on the loose… and a bearded dragon is leading the hilarious escape. Join the fun and find out if YOU have what it takes to catch these riotous pets on their wild field trip! Featuring an approachable school theme that kids will relate to plus cute animal characters and clever rhymes, this silly story will inspire repeat reads again and again.
Perfect for young readers and educators alike and a delight for fans of the bestselling series, this fun-filled picture book blends STEAM concepts with hilarity and chaos to encourage reading, learning, and imagination. Great for children ages 4-10, this book makes a delightful first day of school gift, appreciation gift for teachers, holiday stocking stuffer, graduation gift, or for read-aloud fun anytime of year!
All the class pets are on the loose, and each critter must be found!
We need your help setting traps before the school bell sounds!
A New York Times and USA Today bestseller from the hit How to Catch series! Do YOU have what it takes to snatch a Halloween witch?
It’s Halloween night and something doesn’t seem quite right… When the Catch Club Kids head out to trick-or-treat, there are ghosts, goblins, and ghouls everywhere! Our heroes discover a witch on a broom has opened a magical portal that let out spooky creatures all over the neighborhood. Follow along in this frightfully fun story as they set zany traps for the witch to close the portal and save Halloween before all the candy is gone!
How to Catch a Witch is a treat sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Halloween gift or basket stuffer that kids ages 3-7 will love!
You’ve been waiting all year long to trick-or-treat with friends.
But wait―a witch is on the loose! We’ll catch her before night’s end!
Jingle all the way in this new Christmas story for kids from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series!
It’s Christmas Eve and Santa’s team is off to deliver presents when one of the trusted reindeer Comet decides to explore on her own… the perfect opportunity for our Catch Club Kids to trap her and prove Santa exists! Come along on this fun Christmas adventure to see if you can catch Comet!
Poised to become a new holiday tradition, this merry picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Christmas gift or holiday stocking stuffer for children ages 4-10!
Reindeer fly on Christmas Eve and bring us all good cheer.
To catch one takes a special trap―will YOU meet one this year?
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes an exciting Valentine’s Day treat about a rare new creature!
Can you catch the magical Loveosaurus? The Catch Club Kids are on the chase again, this time to trap a dinosaur that escaped from the museum and wants to spread love and kindness. Blending exciting traps and STEAM concepts with hilarity and chaos to encourage reading, learning, and imagination, this charming adventure will delight young readers, families, and educators alike―and maybe inspire spreading some kindness too! This funny children’s picture book makes the perfect bedtime read-aloud and Valentine’s Day gift for kids ages 4-10!
Have you heard of the Loveosaurus? The first ever found―it’s true!
He’s on the run spreading kindness and joy, but who will trap him… YOU?
From the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series comes a new springtime adventure―do YOU have the magic touch needed to catch a Garden Fairy?
When the Catch Club Kids stumble upon a trail of glitter and the entrance to an enchanted garden, they decide that they have to explore! Hoping to find the resident Garden Fairy to learn about her magical realm, our heroes set off on a whirlwind adventure through this larger-than-life garden. Young readers, parents, and educators alike will laugh along as the Garden Fairy dodges ridiculous STEAM traps and hilarious plans, and even interacts with some surprise How to Catch friends!
Perfect for kids ages 4-10, this funny picture book makes a delightful classroom, summertime, or bedtime read-aloud, Easter basket stuffer, and graduation or birthday gift!
In the garden lives a legend filled with magic, wit, and fun,
So grab your friends and set your traps, and catch this fairy before the day’s done!
The newest addition in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series―do YOU have the rad skills needed to catch the mystical Daddysaurus?
The Catch Club Kids are at it again! This time, they’re out to trap the Daddysaurus―a mystical creature capable of such amazing acts of kindness, bravery, brilliance and humor. The kids try to trap the creature with all his favorite activities, but will they succeed? Maybe all they need is a little sweetness to make this awesome Daddysaurus appear! The perfect gift for children ages 4-10 to share with Dad at Father’s Day, Christmas, and beyond, this fun dinosaur picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos.
Have you ever heard of the Daddysaurus, known for his kindness and bravery too?
We’re on a mission to catch him today, but we may need some help from YOU!
How To Catch Santa Claus
Release date: September 1 2023
It’s time to deck the halls and set your traps in this new Christmas adventure from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling How to Catch series!
Do you have what it takes to catch jolly old St. Nicholas himself? Santa Claus is getting ready to deliver presents to children around the world, but the wily Catch Club Kids have set traps galore! With the help of his trusty Reindeer and Elf, Santa will have to use all his festive magic to avoid being caught.
Poised to become a new holiday tradition, this merry picture book is filled with silly rhymes and illustrations sure to delight young readers and educators alike with STEAM concepts and classic hilarity and chaos. The perfect Christmas gift or holiday stocking stuffer for children ages 4-10!
It’s Christmas Eve! I am almost there! I know you’ve hatched a plan.
So when you hear my HO-HO-HO, try to catch me if YOU can!
My First How To Catch Books
In addition to the fantastic How To Catch Books there are also a series of My First How To Catch books, which ensures that the very little ones don’t miss out on the fun. These books are suitable to read aloud to babies and toddlers from ages 0-3. The titles in the series are as follows:
Adam Wallace is a well-known and accomplished author, who has made a significant impact in the world of children’s literature. He is known for his engaging storytelling style and for his ability to write about complex themes in a way that is accessible and entertaining for young readers. His books are characterized by a unique blend of humor and creativity. As well as his commitment to promoting positive values and encouraging children to dream big.
Adam has a deep passion for storytelling and has been captivating audiences with his imaginative and thought-provoking books for many years. He has become a household name among children and parents alike, and his books are loved by readers all over the world. Whether exploring the world of imagination or teaching important lessons about courage and perseverance, Adam’s writing always manages to both entertain and educate.
Adam Wallace’s books are celebrated for their vibrant characters and exciting storylines. As well as their underlying messages of kindness, self-belief, and determination. He has won numerous awards and accolades for his work, and his impact on children’s literature is undeniable. With his talent for writing and his commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of young readers, Adam Wallace is sure to continue inspiring and entertaining generations of children for years to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you catch a book series list?
Here is a list of the books in the How To Catch books series:
How To Catch A Leprechaun
How To Catch The Tooth Fairy
How To Catch An Elf
How To Catch The Easter Bunny
How to Catch A Monster
How To Catch A Mermaid
How To Catch A Turkey
How to Catch a Unicorn
How to Catch A Dinosaur
How to Catch A Dragon
How To Catch A Yeti
How To Catch A Snowman
How To Catch A Gingerbread Man
How To Catch Class Pet
How To Catch Witch
How To Catch A Reindeer
How To Catch A Lovesaurus
How To Catch A Garden Fairy
How To Catch A Daddysaurus
How To Catch Santa Claus
My First How To Catch:
My First How to Catch Santa Claus
My First How to Catch a Witch
My First How to Catch the Easter Bunny
My First How to Catch the Big Bad Wolf
How many pages is the How to Catch series?
The How To Catch series usually averages out around 40 pages per book.
What ages is the How to Catch series for?
The How To Catch series is for ages 4-8.
What is the reading level for the How To Catch series?
The reading level for the How To Catch series is Preschool to Grade 3.
We hope that you enjoyed discovering the How To Catch series!
