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Cynthia Rylant Books: Biography, Best Books & Where to Read Them

born 1954 · Hopewell, Virginia
📖 Best for: K–2nd grade (ages 5–8) · Grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · Grades 6–8 (ages 11–14)

Cynthia Rylant booksbooks by Cynthia RylantWhen I Was Young in the MountainsHenry and Mudge: The First BookPoppletonMr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea

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Who is Cynthia Rylant?

Cynthia Rylant writes everything from early readers — Henry and Mudge, Mr. Putter & Tabby — to the Newbery Medal novel Missing May.

Where to start

New to Cynthia Rylant? Start with Henry and Mudge.

Cynthia Rylant’s best-known books, in order

Cynthia Rylant’s books are under copyright, so Pagine doesn’t host them — but you can borrow every title below free. Tap Local library to see which libraries near you have it, Libby / OverDrive to borrow the ebook or audiobook with your library card, or Open Library for free online lending.

  1. When I Was Young in the Mountains (1982)
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  2. Henry and Mudge: The First Book (1987)
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  3. Missing May (1992)
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  4. Mr. Putter & Tabby Pour the Tea (1994)
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  5. Poppleton (1997)
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Cynthia Rylant?

Cynthia Rylant writes everything from early readers — Henry and Mudge, Mr. Putter & Tabby — to the Newbery Medal novel Missing May.

What is Cynthia Rylant’s most famous book?

Henry and Mudge is a great place to start; other favourites include When I Was Young in the Mountains, Henry and Mudge: The First Book, Poppleton.

What age are Cynthia Rylant’s books for?

Cynthia Rylant’s books are best for k–2nd grade (ages 5–8) · grades 3–5 (ages 8–11) · grades 6–8 (ages 11–14).

Can I read Cynthia Rylant’s books free online?

Cynthia Rylant’s books are still under copyright, so they are not free to download. You can borrow them free: from your public library (search WorldCat), as ebooks and audiobooks with a library card through Libby/OverDrive, or from Open Library’s free lending. Pagine links to each below, and suggests similar books you can read free right now.

Where can I borrow Cynthia Rylant books near me?

Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend Cynthia Rylant ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.

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