Paulette Bourgeois has published 2 novels, 1 novella and 49 children's books, beginning with Franklin Fibs (1991). The best-known is Franklin and the Stopwatch (2007). The latest is Franklin's Pumpkin (2004).
Updated September 2026
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Franklin and the Stopwatch
Paulette Bourgeois's most-read book.
Newest
Franklin's Pumpkin
Published 2004.
Standalone novels in order
Franklin's Special Blanket (2000)
Franklin's Pumpkin (2004)
Novellas in order
Franklin's Family Treasury (Franklin) (2002)
Children's books in order
Big Sarah's Little Boots (1986)
The Amazing Apple Book (1987)
Grandma's Secret (1989)
The Amazing Dirt Book (1990)
Fire Fighters (In My Neighbourhood) (1991)
Franklin Fibs (1991)
Garbage Collectors (Kids Can Read) (1991)
The Amazing Potato Book (1991)
Police Officers (In My Neighborhood) (1992)
Postal Workers (1992)
Changes in You and Me (1994)
Franklin Is Messy (1994)
Franklin Goes to School (Franklin) (1995)
Franklin Wants a Pet (1995)
Franklin's Blanket (1995)
The Moon (1995)
Franklin's Halloween (Franklin) (1996)
Franklin's School Play (1996)
Finders Keepers for Franklin (1997)
Franklin Goes to Day Camp (1997)
Franklin Rides a Bike (Franklin) (1997)
Franklin's Birthday Party (1997)
Franklin's Christmas Gift (1998)
Franklin's Secret Club (1998)
Franklin Helps Out (1999)
Franklin's Class Trip (1999)
Franklin and the Hero (Franklin Tv Storybook) (2000)
Franklin's Baby Sister (2000)
Franklin's Friendship Treasury (2000)
Franklin's Pet Problem (2000)
Franklin and Harriet (2001)
Franklin's School Treasury (Franklin) (2001)
Oma's Quilt (2001)
Franklin Says I Love You (2002)
Franklin's Holiday Treasury (2002)
Franklin's Music Lessons (2002)
Franklin's Reading Club (2003)
Franklin and the Cookies (2004)
Franklin and the New Teacher (2004)
Franklin Forgives (2004)
Franklin the Detective (2004)
Franklin's Nickname (A Franklin TV Storybook) (2004)
Franklin and the Tin Flute (2005)
Franklin Celebrates (A Franklin TV Storybook) (2005)
Franklin's Pond Phantom (2005)
Franklin's Picnic (2006)
Franklin's Soapbox Derby (2006)
Franklin and the Stopwatch (2007)
Franklin and the Thunderstorm (Franklin the Turtle) (2011)
About Paulette Bourgeois
Paulette Bourgeois, is a Canadian writer best known for creating Franklin the Turtle, the character who appears in picture books illustrated by Toronto native Brenda Clark. The books have sold more than 60 million copies worldwide and have been translated into 38 languages. An animated television series, merchandise, DVDs and full-length films are based on the character.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Paulette Bourgeois FAQ
- How many books has Paulette Bourgeois written?
- Paulette Bourgeois has published 2 novels, 1 novella and 49 children's books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Paulette Bourgeois's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Franklin and the Stopwatch.
- What is Paulette Bourgeois's latest book?
- Franklin's Pumpkin (2004).
- What is Paulette Bourgeois's most famous book?
- Franklin and the Stopwatch (2007) is Paulette Bourgeois's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.