Author Profile
Andrea Beaty
16 Books
Andrea Beaty is a bestselling American children's book author best known for her beloved Questioneers series. Her popular picture books and chapter books, including Rosie Revere, Engineer and Ada Twist, Scientist, celebrate curiosity, perseverance, and STEM concepts. Through engaging rhymes and inspiring characters, Beaty encourages young readers to explore their passions and solve problems.
Zookeeper Fred loves all of the reptiles at the zoo, but his absolute favorite is a tiny green snake named Vern. There is just one problem: Vern is incredibly sneaky and constantly tries to hide inside Fred's lunchbox!
When Vern manages to get loose in the zoo and lands right on top of a boy's head, it causes a massive uproar. A few angry citizens demand that all the snakes must go, and the mayor decides to close the entire zoo until the city council can figure out what to do. Is Vern really a menace? Are the snakes a danger to society, or are they a valuable resource that everyone should appreciate? And who gets to make the final decision?
In this exciting chapter book adventure, the Questioneers must use all of their unique talents to help Zookeeper Fred save the day. But when the town is divided, it is Aaron Slater’s incredible artistic skills that might just lead the way to a solution. Grab your sketchbook and join the mystery!
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
Put on your lab coat and grab your notepad, because a brand new mystery is waiting for you. When dogs suddenly start disappearing around town, curious scientist Ada Twist knows she has to get to the bottom of it. With her endless questions and trusty scientific method, Ada is ready to crack the case. But she cannot do it alone. Ada teams up with her best friends, Iggy Peck and Rosie Revere, to gather clues, form hypotheses, and track down the missing pups. As the Questioneers investigate the strange disappearances, they learn that science is not just about doing experiments in a lab. It is about paying attention, asking the right questions, and working as a team. Join Ada and her friends as they follow the tracks and test their theories in this fun, dog-filled adventure. Will they be able to rescue the pets and bring them home safely? You will need your best problem-solving skills to keep up with these brilliant young thinkers.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
Why are there pointy things stuck to a rose? Why are there hairs growing inside your nose? Ada Twist is a girl with a boundless imagination and a head full of questions!
A scientist to her very core, Ada is hopelessly curious about how the world works. She is never afraid to ask why, and she loves performing experiments to find the truth. When her house suddenly fills with a horrific, toe-curling smell, Ada knows it is up to her to find the source. Not afraid of a little failure, she embarks on a fact-finding mission that leads to even more stink—and a little bit of trouble!
This charming, rhyming story celebrates the power of perseverance and passion. Join Ada as she learns that her questions might not always lead straight to answers, but they will always lead to exciting new discoveries!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
5.0
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Meet Rosie Revere, a quiet girl with a big secret! When the world sleeps, Rosie is wide awake, creating amazing gizmos and gadgets. She dreams of becoming a great engineer, always inventing things, from hot dog dispensers to snake-repelling hats. But sometimes, Rosie worries about what others might think of her clever creations.
One day, her incredible great-great-aunt Rose comes to visit. Aunt Rose, who inspired many women, shares a dream she's never quite finished: to fly! This sparks an idea in Rosie, and she gets to work building a flying machine to help her aunt soar.
When her invention takes a tumble, Rosie thinks it's a big failure. But Aunt Rose helps her understand that true failure only happens if you give up. Every bump and wobble is just a step on the path to success! This inspiring story will show you that it's okay to try, to invent, and to keep going, no matter what.
6-8 Years
32 Pages
4.0
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1 Reviews
1 Recs
Book 3
Iggy Peck is an architect to his very core. When he isn't making houses out of food, his head is up in the clouds, dreaming of brilliant new designs. So, when Ada Twist’s Aunt Bernice inherits an old, sprawling mansion from an ice-cream mogul, Iggy is completely blown away! The house is packed with countless rooms from all his favorite architectural periods.
But something is not quite right in the grand old house. Everyone in town claims the mansion is haunted, and strange things keep happening. Even worse, a collection of priceless antiques—which Aunt Bernice desperately needs to pay for the house's upkeep—has mysteriously gone missing. If they cannot find the missing treasures soon, Aunt Bernice might lose the house forever!
It will take all of Iggy’s incredible knowledge of architecture, plus the help of his best friends Rosie Revere, Ada Twist, and Sofia Valdez, to crack the case. Jump into this exciting chapter book adventure and use your own problem-solving skills to help the Questioneers find the treasure!
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
Moving to a brand new town can feel incredibly scary, especially when you are worried about fitting in and making friends. But when Lila Greer steps into her new classroom, she discovers something wonderful. Her new teacher knows exactly how to make her feel welcome, safe, and ready to learn. Step into the brilliant world of the Questioneers with this heartwarming story about the power of a great teacher and the courage it takes to embrace change. You will follow Lila as she learns to overcome her worries, find her unique voice, and discover the joy of being part of a supportive community. Fans of Iggy Peck, Rosie Revere, and Ada Twist will love meeting the newest Questioneer in this beautifully illustrated tale. Get ready to celebrate the teachers who change our lives and the bravery inside every student!
6-8 Years
Jump in
Lila Greer is back, and this time she is facing a mystery that would make anyone shiver. When a strange, shrieking shadow begins to haunt the halls, Lila must lean on her friends from the Questioneers class to figure out what is really going on. Is it a ghost, a monster, or something else entirely?
Why it pulls you in
This adventure is perfect for readers who love a good scare mixed with plenty of heart. Lila is known for her big worries, but watching her find the courage to investigate the unknown is truly inspiring. You will be right there with her as she uses logic and bravery to solve the puzzle of the shrieking shadow.
Who it is for
If you enjoy stories about teamwork, overcoming fears, and solving mysteries, you will find a lot to love here. It is a fantastic bridge between picture books and longer fiction, filled with the cleverness and curiosity that defines the Questioneers world.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
When there is a bumped knee, a classroom full of sniffles, or a principal with a serious case of foot odor, someone has to step up and save the day. And when there is not a real doctor to be found, Ted knows exactly what he must do. It is time to become Doctor Ted!
After all, what else is a helpful bear supposed to do when medical emergencies are happening all around him? Armed with a makeshift doctor's coat and a whole lot of imagination, Ted sets out to cure his school of every minor ache, pain, and sneeze he can find. But his teachers and classmates might not be quite ready for his unique brand of medical advice.
Get ready to giggle your way through this adorable and hilarious story. You will love following along with Ted’s imaginative efforts to realize his biggest medical ambitions!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Book 4
Miss Lila Greer thinks it is finally time for Grade Two to get a class pet! Even better, she wants the kids to participate in choosing the new animal, since they will all have to share the responsibility of caring for it.
With seventeen kids in the class, Miss Greer gets seventeen wildly different suggestions—including one student who asks for the Chrysler Building! To narrow it down, the class holds a primary election, campaigns for the final two animal candidates, and prepares for the big vote. But when the ballots are finally counted, the result is a perfect tie: eight to eight. Wait a minute—there are seventeen students in the class! Where is the seventeenth vote?
The tie-breaking ballot has mysteriously vanished, and the whole election is at a standstill. Now, it is up to community leader Sofia Valdez and the rest of the Questioneers to figure out what happened. Put on your detective hat and join Sofia as she tracks down the missing vote to save the class pet election!
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
151 Pages
Billie Jean Peet is the middle kid in a house full of music. Her older sister sings, her younger sister drums, and even her mouse Pop knows how to bust a move. But whenever Billie Jean tries to join the family band, her notes come out sharp and flat. She desperately wants to find her own special niche, but the harder she tries, the more she worries she is not truly good at anything. Feeling stuck being just so-so, Billie Jean heads to the basketball court. When a sudden mistake flips into an unexpected revelation, she discovers a way to combine all her interests and create something completely her own. This empowering story celebrates marching to the beat of your own drum, embracing what makes you unique, and forging a path that highlights your own special talents.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Some kids sculpt sandcastles. Some make mud pies. But absolutely no one is better at building than Iggy Peck!
Iggy is a master builder who once erected a life-size replica of the Great Sphinx on his front lawn. He has one true passion: architecture. Unfortunately, not everyone appreciates his incredible talent. When his second-grade teacher, Miss Lila Greer, declares her strict dislike of architecture, Iggy faces a major challenge. It looks like he might have to trade in his T-square for a boring box of crayons. But when the class goes on a fateful field trip and gets stranded, Iggy finally gets the chance to prove just how useful a master builder can be!
Told in bouncy, hilarious rhymes, this inspiring story celebrates creativity, teamwork, and the importance of self-expression. Grab your hard hat and discover the amazing things you can build when you follow your passion!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Love comes in so many wonderful forms. It can feel as tart as fresh lemonade or as sweet as warm sugar cookies. It can be as slow as a lazy Sunday morning or as fast as a thrilling relay race!
From walking together through the rain to playing pirates with imaginary swords, love is always there through it all. It lives in the large milestones and the small, quiet moments. And at the end of a long, busy day, love is what settles us down to bed with a warm hug and a sweet kiss goodnight.
With beautiful, rhyming text and lush, heartwarming illustrations, this gentle story celebrates the unconditional love that pulses through everyday life. Snuggle up and discover all the colorful, joyful ways that parents and children share their love for one another.
6-8 Years
52 Pages
Burning toast in the kitchen, a sizzling hot sidewalk, and a volcano erupting at the school science fair—danger is lurking everywhere! And with not a single professional firefighter to be found, Ted knows exactly what he must do.
When Ted awakens to the smell of smoke, he decides it is time to become Firefighter Ted for the day. After all, it is the least a helpful bear can do to protect his town! Armed with a bright red helmet and a whole lot of imagination, Ted takes on his important new job with serious flair. But his mother, his neighbors, his principal, and his classmates might be a little dismayed by his enthusiastic rescue efforts.
Get ready to laugh out loud at this adorable, hilarious adventure. You will love watching Ted tackle everyday problems with his own unique brand of bravery!
6-8 Years
32 Pages
Aaron Slater loves stories more than anything. He spends his days listening to them and dreaming of the day he can finally write his own. But when Aaron looks at a page of text, the letters do not stay still—they look like messy squiggles. While his classmates are rushing ahead, Aaron feels left behind, worried that his struggle with reading means he can never be a true storyteller.
Everything changes when his teacher gives the class a special writing assignment. Faced with a blank page and no words to fill it, Aaron discovers a brand new way to share the magic inside his head. Through the power of art and illustration, he finds a voice that is uniquely his own. This moving story celebrates the idea that while we all learn differently, everyone has a beautiful tale worth telling. It is an empowering look at creativity and finding the courage to be yourself, even when you feel out of step with the world.
Art
Courage
Creativity
Disability Representation
Diverse Voices
Empathy
Fiction
Picture Books
School Life
6-8 Years
40 Pages
In a three-story house with a shop down below lives the world’s finest hat maker, Madame Chapeau. She is a brilliant creator who spends her days matching her customers with the absolute perfect hats. But despite her talent, she is quite lonely and lacks her own perfect match in life.
Once a year, on her birthday, Madame Chapeau puts on her favorite bonnet and ventures out into the streets of Paris for a special dinner. But this year, a mischievous crow snatches her beloved hat right off her head and flies away! As she chases the bird through the city, a baker, a policeman, and a cowboy all kindly offer her their own hats to wear. None of them feel quite right—until one special little girl steps forward with a gift knitted from the heart.
Step into a stylish, rhyming adventure about love, community, and the joy of finding the perfect fit.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
Every morning, Abuelo walks Sofia to school. But when Abuelo hurts his ankle on a dangerous local landfill known as Mount Trashmore, Sofia decides it is time to take action!
Sofia misses her morning walks and wonders what she can do about the slimy, messy mountain of trash. Suddenly, she gets a brilliant idea: the town should turn the dangerous landfill into a beautiful new park! She brainstorms, plans, and bravely marches right down to City Hall to share her vision. But when a clerk tells her she cannot build a park because she is just a kid, Sofia has to stand tall and prove what one determined child can really do.
Join Sofia Valdez as she becomes a community leader and stands up for what she believes in. This inspiring, rhyming story shows that you are never too young to make a big difference!
6-8 Years
40 Pages
