Babar the Elephant Books in Order
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Babar the Elephant is a children's book series featuring a young elephant who becomes a central figure in a human-like society. The stories often involve Babar navigating challenges, learning about the world, and engaging with themes such as art and culture. The series includes a book where Babar explores a museum of art, introducing children to famous artworks through the lens of elephant characters.
Babar the Elephant was originally written in French.
Publication order
In the order the books were originally released.
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1933 · Laurent de Brunhoff
Babar the King is a children's book in which Babar, having established a new life after leaving the jungle, founds the city of Celesteville with the…
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While on summer vacation, Babar's monkey friend, Zephir, goes fishing and accidentally catches a mermaid, then enlists her aid in saving Princess…
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1949 · Laurent de Brunhoff
Babar's Picnic is a children's book in the Babar series that depicts the elephant king and his friends enjoying a picnic, featuring scenes that…
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Isabelle, feeling unhappy due to being the smallest in her family, discovers that her size offers unique advantages when she is invited to perform in…
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2007 · Laurent de Brunhoff
Babar's Yoga for Elephants by Laurent de Brunhoff is a children's book featuring the character Babar the Elephant engaging in yoga poses, presented…
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When Babar and his family visit friends in the United States, they encounter various differences compared to life at home. They enjoy a memorable…
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Companion & related books
Related titles and editions that sit outside the main numbered order.
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2003 · Laurent de Brunhoff
Babar's Museum of Art is a 2003 children's picture book written by Phyllis Rose de Brunhoff and illustrated by Laurent de Brunhoff. It is part of the…
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read the Babar the Elephant books in?
Read them in publication order, starting with “The Story of Babar”. Start with “The Story of Babar.”
How many books are in the Babar the Elephant series?
We list 27 books by Laurent de Brunhoff , published between 1931–2008.
Where can I buy the Babar the Elephant books?
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