Top-rated books by Ann Ingalls
Books like Ann Ingalls’s
Award winning
Manners: Thank You
Sudha Gupta, 2017
16 pages
Why to read
Teaches gratitude through engaging, relatable stories.
Encourages positive social behaviors in young readers.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.

Manners: Thank You
Sudha Gupta, 2017
Award winning
Meet a Dentist! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, Lisa Hunt, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to dental health in a fun way.
Features diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages curiosity about community roles.
Bright illustrations engage young readers.

Meet a Dentist! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, Lisa Hunt, 2021
Award winning
Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, Susan Hall, 1989
30 pages
Why to read
Fosters social skills through interactive, engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters and perspectives.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for cooperative read-along sessions between parents and children.

Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, Susan Hall, 1989
Award winning
Estie the Mensch (The PJ Library: Jewish Bedtime Stories & Songs for Families)
Jane Kohuth, Rosanne Litzinger, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages positive behavior through relatable Jewish values.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and maintain children’s interest.
Addresses the importance of kindness and respect.
Ideal for bedtime storytelling, enhancing family bonds.

Estie the Mensch (The PJ Library: Jewish Bedtime Stories & Songs for Families)
Jane Kohuth, Rosanne Litzinger, 2011
Count Your Way Through Afghanistan
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, Megan Moore, 2006
24 pages
Why to read
Explores Afghan culture through engaging, numerical storytelling.
Enhances cultural understanding and global awareness.
Supports numeracy skills with culturally rich contexts.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Count Your Way Through Afghanistan
James Haskins, Kathleen Benson, Megan Moore, 2006
Jessica Ennis
Roy Apps, 2012
46 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Jessica Ennis' triumphant Olympic journey.
Highlights determination, resilience in face of challenges.
Encourages kids to pursue sports and personal goals.
Educational content on athletics and Olympic history.

Jessica Ennis
Roy Apps, 2012
Award winning
Dancing Shapes: Ballet and Body Awareness for Young Dancers (Dancing Shapes Series)
Once Upon A Dance, 2020
52 pages
Why to read
Enhances body awareness and coordination in young children.
Introduces basic ballet techniques through engaging storytelling.
Encourages physical activity and expression through dance.
Supports development of motor skills and creativity.

Dancing Shapes: Ballet and Body Awareness for Young Dancers (Dancing Shapes Series)
Once Upon A Dance, 2020
Award winning
Eminem
John Bankston, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Chronicles rise of Eminem, inspiring determination and resilience.
Highlights importance of perseverance and self-belief in success.
Engaging narrative that keeps young readers captivated.
Encourages artistic expression and pursuit of dreams.
