Pagine1898–1977 · Hamburg, Germany (later USA) · also known as Hans Augusto Rey, Margret Rey, H. A. and Margret Rey
📖 Best for: Pre-K (ages 2–5) · K–2nd grade (ages 5–8)
H. A. Rey books in order · Borrow free (Open Library & your library) · Free books like these
H. A. Rey and his wife Margret Rey created Curious George, the mischievous little monkey. The couple famously escaped Paris by bicycle in 1940 carrying the manuscript, and the first book was published in the United States in 1941.
New to H. A. Rey? Start with Curious George.
H. A. Rey’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.
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Curious George is a great place to start; other favourites include Curious George Takes a Job, Curious George Rides a Bike, Curious George Gets a Medal.
H. A. Rey’s books are best for pre-k (ages 2–5) · k–2nd grade (ages 5–8).
H. A. Rey’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.
Search WorldCat to see which libraries near you have a copy, or ask your school or public library. Most libraries also lend H. A. Rey ebooks and audiobooks free through the Libby app.