The Leaf Thief Series
By Alice Hemming
Squirrel and Bird investigate seasonal mysteries while discovering friendship, change and the natural world.
humorous · educational · vibrant · engaging
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What is The Leaf Thief series by Alice Hemming about?
Written from 2020 onwards, Alice Hemming’s humorous picture-book series follows Squirrel and Bird as they investigate curious seasonal changes in their woodland home. Each story focuses on a new mystery: disappearing leaves, missing flowers, snow and sunlight, gradually introducing children to the patterns of the natural world. With expressive animal characters, gentle comedy and simple scientific information, the series may appeal to children aged around 3–7 who enjoy nature, familiar routines and playful investigations. Content is mild, with brief worry or frustration but no serious danger.
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About the author
Alice Hemming is a UK author who loves writing stories for children. She is best known for her popular book 'The Leaf Thief,' which many children enjoy. Alice enjoys creating fun characters and imaginative adventures. When she isn't writing, she likes exploring nature and spending time with her family and pets.
All the books in The Leaf Thief series
The Leaf Thief
by Alice Hemming
Squirrel’s colourful leaves are vanishing—can he and Bird uncover the surprising reason why?
Published: 2020
The Sun Thief
by Alice Hemming
Squirrel hunts a mysterious sun thief, discovering surprising friends after dark.
Published: 2026
The Pumpkin Thief
by Alice Hemming and Nicola Slater
Pumpkins vanish, clues multiply, and Squirrel suspects his forest friends. Who’s really responsible?
Published: 2026
The Snow Thief
by Alice Hemming
Snow arrives, then vanishes—can Squirrel and Bird uncover where winter has gone?
That's My Flower
by Alice Hemming
Squirrel guards spring’s first flower—but could his care stop nature’s biggest surprise?
Published: 2023
The Flower Thief
by Alice Hemming
Squirrel’s precious flower needs protecting—but is holding on too tightly causing trouble?
Published: 2023
The Leaf Thief: Numbers
by Alice Hemming
Squirrel and Bird spot mysterious numbers beneath flaps—but where will counting lead them?
Where's The Leaf Thief?
by Alice Hemming
Where have the missing leaves gone—and could a surprising culprit be hiding nearby?
The Leaf Thief: Colours
by Alice Hemming
What colourful surprises are hiding beneath the flaps as Squirrel and Bird explore?
The Leaf Thief: Slide and Spin
by Alice Hemming
What will Squirrel and Bird discover when winter’s snow hides a tiny skier?
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