Top-rated books by Ashley Selby
Action Rhymes: Sing and Play
Age: 0-5
Books like Ashley Selby’s
Award winning
Carmine: A Little More Red
Melissa Sweet, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Whimsical retelling of classic Little Red Riding Hood.
Introduces basic vocabulary through playful text.
Inspires creativity and love for reading.
Engages young minds in solving puzzles.

Carmine: A Little More Red
Melissa Sweet, 2005
Dance with the Giraffes
Sam Taplin, Ana Martín Larrañaga, 2023
10 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant, playful illustrations.
Encourages rhythm recognition and physical activity.
Strengthens emotional understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Dance with the Giraffes
Sam Taplin, Ana Martín Larrañaga, 2023
Award winning
Jack the Christmas Parade Pony
Nicole Natale, Lilla Vincze, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating Christmas story with engaging festive elements.
Introduces teamwork and community spirit themes.
Enhances children’s empathy through character interactions.
Ideal read for family holiday bonding.

Jack the Christmas Parade Pony
Nicole Natale, Lilla Vincze, 2022
Follow the Firefly / Run, Rabbit, Run!
Bernardo Carvalho, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, interactive die-cut pages captivate young readers.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in natural phenomena.
Supports cognitive development through playful storytelling.
Ideal for developing early literacy and focus.

Follow the Firefly / Run, Rabbit, Run!
Bernardo Carvalho, 2014
Award winning
The Boy and the Spell (Musical Stories series)
Maurice Ravel, Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, Pegi Deitz Shea, Colette Gauthier-Villars, Serena Riglietti, 1925
36 pages
Why to read
Combines music with storytelling, enhancing cognitive skills.
Encourages musical interest alongside reading.
Vivid illustrations stimulate visual perception.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Boy and the Spell (Musical Stories series)
Maurice Ravel, Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, Pegi Deitz Shea, Colette Gauthier-Villars, Serena Riglietti, 1925
Award winning
Barney: Follow Me!
Quinlan B. Lee, Darren McKee, 2004
6 pages
Why to read
Interactive adventure with Barney and his friends.
Encourages following directions and active participation.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in young readers.
Supports early learning and developmental milestones.

Barney: Follow Me!
Quinlan B. Lee, Darren McKee, 2004
Award winning
Sticker Mash-Ups!
Odd Dot, Lorenzo Matthew, Clementine Derodit, 2022
12 pages
Why to read
Boosts creativity with vibrant, interactive sticker activities.
Encourages fine motor skills through sticker placement.
Enhances visual thinking and pattern recognition.
Fun, hands-on reading adventure for young learners.

Sticker Mash-Ups!
Odd Dot, Lorenzo Matthew, Clementine Derodit, 2022
Singing Mermaid Reduced Pb
Julia Donaldson, Lydia Monks, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging musical adventure captivates young readers. - Encourages artistic expression and creativity. - Supports development of reading skills through rhythmic text. - Strengthens children's understanding of friendship and resilience.
