Books by Richard Scarry

Richard Scarry is beloved for his bustling, detail-rich illustrations and cheerful storytelling that introduce young readers to the everyday world in a wonderfully engaging way. His books, from the busy streets of Busytown to the adventures of Lowly Worm and Huckle Cat, are filled with warmth, humour and gentle lessons about friendship, work and community.

Perfect for shared reading or independent discovery, Scarry's timeless tales encourage curiosity and kindness while helping children understand how the world fits together. His distinctive artwork and playful characters ensure each page offers something new to spot, making his stories enduring favourites for generations of families.

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114 products


  • What Do People Do All Day

    HarperCollins Publishers What Do People Do All Day

    Book SynopsisPacked with things to spot on every page, this picture book classic is beautiful, fun and a favourite with children of all ages.Everyone is busy in Busytown from train drivers to doctors, from mothers to sailors, in police stations and on fire engines. Follow lots of busy people working through their busy days!

    £8.54

  • Richard Scarrys The Adventures of Lowly Worm

    Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys The Adventures of Lowly Worm

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisLowly Worm is one of Richard Scarry''s best loved characters, and the star of this lively collection of stories, in which he takes an unexpected ride on a hot-air balloon; helps Huckle find just the right gift for Mother Cat; rides the roller coaster at the fair and builds a castle at the beach. With everything from bike crashes to a big birthday surprise, these stories show exactly why Lowly is one special worm, loved the world over. Every page has something to delight over and discuss.

    4 in stock

    £9.52

  • Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Richard Scarrys First Words Flashcards

    Book SynopsisSet your child on the road to reading with 50 flashcards that introduce cars, trucks, animals, colors, numbers, and more, all featuring classic art from the busy, busy world of Richard Scarry!Covering numbers and colors, as well as planes, trains, boats, and other topics that kids will love, this set of fifty flashcards is the perfect way for children ages 3 to 5 to learn how to read. Each card includes a word on one side, and the reverse side features the same word paired with artwork from beloved Richard Scarry books like Cars and Trucks and Things That Go and Busy, Busy Town. At first, kids will learn to pair the word with its corresponding picture, and then they'll begin to read the word on its own.Carefully crafted for your early reader, the cards are oversized so that little hands can hold them with ease, and are also the perfect size for taking on the go. Additionally, the cards are packaged with a Velcro closure so that kids can access the cards by themselves. Richard Scarry’s First Words Flashcards will help your busy, busy learner become a busy, busy reader.

    £15.36

  • Richard Scarrys Busy Busy World

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys Busy Busy World

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisCollects stories about the international adventures of a variety of animal characters, including Patrick the Pig from Ireland, Professor Dig, a canine archaeologist from Egypt, and Mario, a feline gondolier from Venice.

    3 in stock

    £13.49

  • Richard Scarrys Busy Busy Town

    Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys Busy Busy Town

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisRichard Scarry's classic book that takes readers all around town!Join Lowly Worm, Huckle Cat, and other beloved characters for a day in Richard Scarry's Busy, Busy Town.

    15 in stock

    £8.54

  • Richard Scarrys What Do People Do All Day

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys What Do People Do All Day

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £13.49

  • Best Counting Book Ever

    HarperCollins Publishers Best Counting Book Ever

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £8.54

  • Best Christmas Book Ever

    HarperCollins Publishers Best Christmas Book Ever

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm and all your favourite loveable haracters as they and you enjoy the best Christmas ever! A classic title from the bestselling and beloved Richard Scarry the perfect Christmas gift for all ages.Busytown is getting ready for Christmas. Join Huckle Cat and Lowly Worm as they celebrate. Including festive stories, games and Christmas songs, this book is a true celebration of the Christmas spirit and will give every reader a warm festive glow!Written and illustrated by the beloved and unique Richard Scarry, whose classic characters are loved and recognised the world over, this beautiful book is the perfect gift for children of any age and those who want to revel in the magic of their childhood!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR RICHARD SCARRY: ‘A favourite of children for generations’ Junior magazine ‘Enchanting and inspiring’ TES

    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Best Bedtime Stories Ever

    HarperCollins Publishers Best Bedtime Stories Ever

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £9.49

  • Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Richard Scarrys Bilingual Flashcards

    Book SynopsisLet your child discover a new language with these 50 flashcards featuring words in English and Spanish, accompanied by timeless art from the busy, busy world of Richard Scarry!This set of fifty flashcards is the perfect way for children ages 3 to 5 to begin learning bilingual language skills. Covering topics like numbers, colors, animals, and more, each card includes an English word on one side and the Spanish translation on the other on one side. Both sides of the cards include illustrations from beloved books like Cars and Trucks and Things That Go and Busy, Busy Town, making learning a new language as easy as it is fun.Carefully crafted for young language learners, the cards are oversized so that little hands can hold them with ease. Additionally, the cards are packaged with a Velcro closure so that kids can access the cards by themselves. With Richard Scarry’s Bilingual Flashcards, your little ones will take their first steps in exploring a busy, busy world!

    £15.36

  • Richard Scarrys Best Storybook Ever

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Best Storybook Ever

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £13.49

  • Scarry R A Day at the Airport

    HarperCollins Publishers Scarry R A Day at the Airport

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover what happens at the airport with Huckle and Sally Cat and Lowly Worm.Rudolf von Flugel picks the children up in his aeroplane-car and whisks them off to the airport for a day of sightseeing.Packed full of fun and with lots to spot on every page, this book is a high-flying delight.Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR RICHARD SCARRY: ‘A favourite of children for generations’ Junior magazine ‘Enchanting and inspiring’ TES

    4 in stock

    £6.64

  • Planes and Rockets and Things That Fly

    HarperCollins Publishers Planes and Rockets and Things That Fly

    Book SynopsisAn amazing new Richard Scarry collection filled with hilarious stories about jet planes, rockets, spacecraft and other things that fly! It's the perfect partner to Cars and Trucks and Things that Go and set to be a new Scarry favourite.

    £8.54

  • Richard Scarrys Funniest Storybook Ever

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys Funniest Storybook Ever

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £13.49

  • Richard Scarrys ABC Word Book

    Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys ABC Word Book

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £8.54

  • Richard Scarrys Postman Pig and His Busy

    Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys Postman Pig and His Busy

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisClassic Richard Scarry: Join Postman Pig as he delivers post across Busytown!Join Richard Scarry's beloved Postman Pig for a day of discovery and adventure! With deliveries to the police station, the doctor's office, the library and many more, young readers will see how those in their communities go about the day. This classic story is, indeed, a very special delivery.A beautifully produced FaberScarry publication.Praise for Richard Scarry:Awe-inspiring.' Dapo AdeolaTreasure troves of detail.' Chris MouldA delight.' Sara OgilvieWhat a talent.' David TazzymanOne of my favourite illustrators.' Allen Fatimaharan

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • HarperCollins Publishers Scarry R A Day at the Fire Station

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisFilled with information about firefighters and Scarry's sense of fun, this book will delight young readers everywhere.Drippy and Sticky the decorators have come to paint the Busytown Fire Station. But with Smokey and the other brave firefighters rushing in and out to rescue people, there are quite a few wet paint mishaps!Trade ReviewPRAISE FOR RICHARD SCARRY: ‘A favourite of children for generations’ Junior magazine ‘Enchanting and inspiring’ TES

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Richard Scarrys Best Treasury Ever

    HarperCollins Publishers Richard Scarrys Best Treasury Ever

    7 in stock

    7 in stock

    £21.25

  • Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks from A to Z

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisIllustrated in full color. This car-and- truck-filled alphabet extravaganza that starts with an ambulance and ends with a zippercar, is shaped like Lowly Worm''s applemobile.  

    4 in stock

    £5.94

  • Richard Scarrys Books on the Go

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Books on the Go

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £16.99

  • Richard Scarrys Cars

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys Cars

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.23

  • Planes and Rockets and Things That Fly

    HarperCollins Publishers Planes and Rockets and Things That Fly

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn amazing new Richard Scarry collection filled with hilarious stories about jet planes, rockets, spacecraft and other things that fly! It''s the perfect partner to Cars and Trucks and Things that Go and set to be a new Scarry favourite.In this collection Huck takes flying lessons, we learn how planes and birds fly, the cat family goes to the air show, and Wolfgang Wolf, Benny Baboon and Harry Hyena take a trip to the moon in their own rocket! Packed with amazing Scarry detail and with stories that can be read again and again, this book will give hours of fun to fans of planes, rockets and flying!Trade Review" Richard Scarry's brilliant books are full of wonder and mayhem, and have been a favourite of children for generations." Junior Magazine "Enchanting and inspiring" TES

    1 in stock

    £11.67

  • Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys Storybook Dictionary

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisThe ultimate ABC book for beginners with over 2,500 words and 1,000 pictures!AirplaneBaron von Crow is an airplane pilot.He is a daredevil who zooms through the air.Be more careful, Baron!Join Lowly Worm, Hilda Hippo and the Bear, Cat and Bunny families on an ABC adventure!With thousands of pictures, stories, and new words to explore, this one-of-a-kind treasure is a favourite with parents and children alike.'An awe-inspiring legacy.' Dapo Adeola'Treasure troves of detail.' Chris Mould'A delight.' Sara Ogilvie'What a talent.' David Tazzyman'The epitome of charm.' Sheena Dempsey'One of my favourite illustrators.' Allen Fatimaharan'So much fun.' Neal Layton'Zen-like chaos.' Rikin Parekh'Extraordinarily detailed illustrations.' Arthur Robins

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Richard Scarrys Big Busy Sticker and Activity

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys Big Busy Sticker and Activity

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £10.44

  • Best Nursery Tales Ever Richard Scarry

    Random House Children's Books Best Nursery Tales Ever Richard Scarry

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisRichard Scarry brings his signature style to an array of beloved nursery tales! Little ones will fall in love with Richard Scarry's cherished collection of nursery tales. Featuring the classics The Three Little Pigs, Little Red Riding Hood, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and many more, this treasury is full of fun and excitement and is a perfect addition to any home or school library.

    1 in stock

    £13.49

  • Richard Scarrys Trucks

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Trucks

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisLeap into Richard Scarry's busy world and start the engines of his speedy and silly trucks! Including dump trucks, fire engines, pickle tankers, and more, little truckers will be bulldozing their way across these pages!

    5 in stock

    £6.23

  • Richard Scarrys Please and Thank You Book

    Faber & Faber Richard Scarrys Please and Thank You Book

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisClassic Richard Scarry: find out who in Busytown has the best manners!Join Richard Scarry''s beloved characters Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm and more on a very busy day in Busytown as they learn how to be polite, helpful, stay safe and have a great time!A beautifully produced FaberScarry publication.Praise for Richard Scarry:Awe-inspiring.' Dapo AdeolaEvery page delights with elegant, fun-filled chaos.' Jim SmithScarrily brilliant!' Andy StantonA delight.' Sara OgilvieTreasure troves of detail.' Chris MouldWhat a talent.' David TazzymanOne of my favourite illustrators.' Allen Fatimaharan

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Richard Scarrys Busy Busy Winter

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Busy Busy Winter

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisA Richard Scarry Busytown board book celebrating the fun and beauty of winter!Richard Scarry's Busytown is a wonderful place to visit, especially after a winter snowfall. Time to bundle up and play in the snow! Now girls and boys ages 0 to 3 can join the fun in this winter-themed Busytown board book! A great way to introduce young children to the friendly characters in Richard Scarry's Busytown.More BUSY BUSY Board books:Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Cars and TrucksRichard Scarry's Busy Busy Construction SiteRichard Scarry's Busy Busy AirportRichard Scarry's Busy Busy FarmRichard Scarry's Busy Busy Boxed SetRichard Scarry's Busy Busy People

    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • Richard Scarrys Sounds of Busytown

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Sounds of Busytown

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £15.75

  • Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks FoldAndFind

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks FoldAndFind

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £8.54

  • Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Airport

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Airport

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £6.99

  • Richard Scarrys 5Minute Stories

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys 5Minute Stories

    Out of stock

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    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Richard Scarrys Bunnies

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarrys Bunnies

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis bunny-shaped board book, featuring Richard Scarry''s cutest bunnies ever, will be right at home in an Easter basket or at a springtime baby shower!In this bunny-shaped board book, Richard Scarry introduces readers to all kinds of rabbits with wit and humor?from real-life breeds such as the Vienna Blue and lop-eared, to his whimsical clothed bunny characters (Rabbits like to all get dressed up if they are going to be in a story book.). Scarry''s colorful paintings have been digitally restored to their original splendor for this edition?the perfect Easter or baby shower gift!

    3 in stock

    £5.99

  • Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.23

  • Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Farm

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Farm

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisA fun-filled farm-themed board book from Richard Scarry--just in time for his 100th birthday!Little farmers will love putting on their overalls and heading to work alongside rumbling tractors, giant plows, speedy cornhuskers, and more! Full of colorful vehicles and friendly faces from Cars and Trucks and Things That Go, What Do People Do All Day?, and Busiest People Ever!, farm life has never been so much fun!Also availableBusy Busy Cars and TrucksBusy Busy Construction SiteBusy Busy Farm

    4 in stock

    £8.77

  • Richard Scarrys Busy Busy Box of Postcards

    Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Richard Scarrys Busy Busy Box of Postcards

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £17.99

  • Scarry R Night Before The Night Before Christmas

    HarperCollins Publishers Scarry R Night Before The Night Before Christmas

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhen Mr Frumble decides to help out Santa, Christmas in Busytown becomes the busiest Christmas ever!Busytown is preparing for Christmas and Mr. Frumble is so full of Christmas cheer that he decides to go straight to the North Pole to become one of Santa Bear''s helpers. But when Santa Bear mixes up the dates and takes off the night before the night before Christmas, it looks as if Christmas in Busytown is ruined. But can the ever-clumsy Mr Frumble find a way to save Christmas?A festive Christmas story filled with detailed illustrations, humour, and adventure. The Night Before the Night Before Christmas! is the perfect for children-and Scarry fans of all ages.

    1 in stock

    £8.54

  • Richard Scarrys Bunnies

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Bunnies

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis bunny-shaped board book, featuring Richard Scarry''s cutest bunnies ever, is perfect the perfect Easter gift for bunny-lovers! In this bunny-shaped board book, Scarry introduces readers to all kinds of rabbits with wit and charm—from real-life breeds such as the Vienna Blue and lop-eared, to his whimsical clothed bunny characters (Rabbits like to all get dressed up if they are going to be in a story book.). Scarry''s colorful paintings have been beautifully restored to their original splendor for this edition—the perfect Easter or baby shower gift!

    1 in stock

    £7.59

  • Richard Scarrys The Rooster Struts

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys The Rooster Struts

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisRichard Scarry''s classic animal-themed tall board book that illustrates the variety of ways in which animals get from here to there is back in print and will have children hopping, flying and strutting from page to page.

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • Richard Scarrys 100 First Words

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys 100 First Words

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £10.44

  • Richard Scarrys 100 First WordsLas primeras 100

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys 100 First WordsLas primeras 100

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisA bilingual edition of Richard Scarry’s 100 First Words, perfect for introducing little ones to basic words in English and Spanish—and to Richard Scarry’s Busytown!Una edición bilingüe de las 100 primeras palabras de Richard Scarry, perfecta para presentarles a los pequeños palabras básicas en inglés y español, ¡y al mundo de Richard Scarry!This super-sturdy casebound board book introduces babies and toddlers to 100 essential first words—in both English and Spanish— and to the artwork of Richard Scarry! Illustrated with images of everyday items from Richard Scarry’s most-popular Busytown books, there's something fun to find on every page! It’s perfect for learning and for play. Also, a great way to introduce young children to the friendly characters in Richard Scarry’s Busytown! ¡Este libro súper resistente de cartón les ens

    3 in stock

    £10.44

  • Richard Scarrys Colorful Cars and Trucks

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Colorful Cars and Trucks

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £5.94

  • Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Best Daddy Ever

    Out of stock

    Book SynopsisCelebrate Dad with this adorable book featuring Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm and friends from Richard Scarry?s Busytown! A perfect gift for Father''s Day!Show Dad just how much he means to you with this heartwarming gift book featuring Lowly Worm, Huckle Cat, and several Busytown dads! With fun illustrations and wise words of wisdom, this charming keepsake is a great way to show parents, grandparents, soon-to-be dads, uncles, or whomever you call Daddy just how much you care.

    Out of stock

    £999.99

  • Richard Scarry's Best Little Word Book Ever!

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarry's Best Little Word Book Ever!

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisRichard Scarry''s bestselling Little Golden Book picture dictionary in a sturdy board book edition, perfect for your toddler!Join Huckle Cat, Lowly Worm, and Goldbug as they take you inside lively scenes from the airport, farm, busy roadways, and more. With 200 clearly labeled words, a vocabulary adventure awaits toddlers in this beloved classic that''s truly the Best Little Word Book Ever!

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Boxed Set

    Random House USA Inc Richard Scarry's Busy Busy Boxed Set

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £22.95

  • Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Easter Cars and Trucks

    4 in stock

    4 in stock

    £5.94

  • Best Lowly Worm Book Ever

    HarperCollins Publishers Best Lowly Worm Book Ever

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin Lowly Worm for an action-packed day in Busytown. He's off to the farm, then school, before helping out his friends. This book is filled with fun adventures and a healthy dose of cars, trucks and planes. There's plenty to do and see!Drawn and written by Richard Scarry and completed by his son, Huck Scarry, this beautiful book is packed with charm, humour and delightful pictures.Scarry fans young and old will adore this charming and beautiful book!

    4 in stock

    £7.59

  • Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks Sound Book

    Random House Children's Books Richard Scarrys Cars and Trucks Sound Book

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisTake a drive through Richard Scarry's Busytown with Dingo Dog and Officer Flossy in this interactive board book featuring 12 different sounds!Children will love to spot the icons, press the buttons, and listen to the fun, noisy and silly sounds of Busytown cars and trucks!Introduce little ones to the cars and trucks in Richard Scarry's Busytown with this interactive board book. From noisy trucks to bouncy tires, the twelve sounds featured in this cars and trucks storybook are sure to entertain and delight even the youngest children!With simple text and bold, colorful illustrations, this sound book is the perfect gift for new parents and a new generation of fans who love Richard Scarry's cars and trucks!This book includes colorful sound buttons, a handy on/off switch, and batteries that can be easily replaced.

    1 in stock

    £15.75

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