Rats of NIMH Books in Order

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The Rats of NIMH series, written by Jane Leslie Conly and published between 1986 and 1990, follows a group of intelligent rats who live in secret, using their ability to read and write to navigate challenges. The stories center on their efforts to protect their community from external threats, often involving human characters who stumble upon their hidden world. Themes of friendship, courage, and the value of knowledge are central to the series.

Publication order

In the order the books were originally released.

  1. Cover of Racso and the rats of NIMH

    Racso and the rats of NIMH

    1986 · Jane Leslie Conly

    Timothy Frisby, a field mouse, teams up with Racso, an adventurous young rat, to stop the destruction of a hidden community of rats that have the…

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  2. Cover of R-T, Margaret, and the Rats of N I M H

    R-T, Margaret, and the Rats of N I M H

    1990 · Jane Leslie Conly

    The further adventures of the intelligent young rat Racso and his friends Christopher and Isabella focus on their efforts to protect their secret…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Rats of NIMH books in?

Read them in publication order, starting with “Racso and the rats of NIMH”. Start with “Racso and the rats of NIMH.”

How many books are in the Rats of NIMH series?

We list 2 books by Jane Leslie Conly , published between 1986–1990.

Where can I buy the Rats of NIMH books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.