Earth's Children Books in Order
Quick answer
Start with "The Clan of the Cave Bear" and follow the publication order below. Newest: The Land of Painted Caves (2011).
- 1.
The Clan of the Cave Bear(1980)
Start here - 2.

The Valley of Horses(1982)
- 3.

The Mammoth Hunters(1985)
- 4.

The Plains of Passage(1990)
- 5.
The Shelters of Stone(2002)
- 6.

The Land of Painted Caves(2011)
Newest
Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Earth's Children in?
Start with "The Clan of the Cave Bear" (1980) and follow the publication order listed on this page.
How many books are in Earth's Children?
6 main books, published 1980–2011.
What is the latest Earth's Children book?
The newest book in our reading order for Earth's Children is "The Land of Painted Caves" (2011).