Top-rated books by Amanda Swift
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Age: 5-8
Books like Amanda Swift’s
Award winning
Nipper the Noisy Puppy (Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales)
Jenny Dale, 1999
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating story of Nipper, a playful, noisy puppy.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable puppy antics.
Enhances listening skills and attention to detail.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Nipper the Noisy Puppy (Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales)
Jenny Dale, 1999
A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of friendship and discovery.
Enhances cognitive development through engaging narrative.
Strengthens vocabulary with simple, impactful language.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.

A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
Award winning
My First Kitten (My First...)
Tessa Krailing, 1998
96 pages
Why to read
Explores responsibility through pet care narrative. - Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations. - Encourages empathy and nurturing skills. - Supports early literacy and language development.

My First Kitten (My First...)
Tessa Krailing, 1998
Is That You, Little Puppy?
Ladybird Books, Deborah Hembrook, Rob Hodgson, 2022
8 pages
Why to read
Engages toddlers with playful hide-and-seek storytelling.
Enhances recognition skills through repetitive phrasing.
Supports emotional development with charming animal characters.
Encourages interactive reading between parents and children.

Is That You, Little Puppy?
Ladybird Books, Deborah Hembrook, Rob Hodgson, 2022
Award winning
Little Ellie Learns to Respect
Kendrick Malone, Marriana Malone, Princess Malone, Jamille Malone II, Jamaar Malone, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches respect through engaging, relatable storyline.
Fosters empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages positive behavior through charming characters.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.

Little Ellie Learns to Respect
Kendrick Malone, Marriana Malone, Princess Malone, Jamille Malone II, Jamaar Malone, 2023
Award winning
The Dog
Laura Ward, Amanda Ward, 1995
17 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages emotional development.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Themes of friendship foster social skills.
Simple text ideal for beginning readers.

The Dog
Laura Ward, Amanda Ward, 1995
Award winning
Tiger, Tiger
Dee Lillegard, Susan Guevara, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure ignites children’s imagination and curiosity.
Features relatable, engaging characters fostering emotional growth.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving through narrative challenges.
Provides enjoyable, meaningful reading for parent-child bonding.

Tiger, Tiger
Dee Lillegard, Susan Guevara, 2002
Award winning
The Pup Who Cried Wolf (Animal Tales)
Chris Kurtz, Guy Francis, 2010
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale, encourages bravery and self-discovery.
Introduces themes of honesty and responsibility.
Stimulates children's empathy and imaginative skills.
Perfect for family bonding through shared reading.
