Top-rated books by Bethany Christou
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Age: 3-7
Books like Bethany Christou’s
Eric the Liontamer
Rachel Elliott, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces teamwork and leadership through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills and emotional understanding.
Engaging narrative encourages regular reading habits.

Eric the Liontamer
Rachel Elliott, 2004
Award winning
Scary Dog (Starters)
Scoular-Anderson, 2005
47 pages
Why to read
Cultivates courage through engaging, adventurous narrative.
Builds empathy with well-developed, relatable animal characters.
Enhances problem-solving with intriguing, suspenseful scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bonds.

Scary Dog (Starters)
Scoular-Anderson, 2005
Award winning
The Friendly Scorpion (WE CAN DO! Stories for Brave Little Kids (Separated Books))
Daniel Gershkovitz, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Promotes bravery and perseverance in young readers.
Inspires teamwork and friendship through engaging narratives.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Friendly Scorpion (WE CAN DO! Stories for Brave Little Kids (Separated Books))
Daniel Gershkovitz, 2020
Award winning
Bodhi the Bird!
Sharky, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages empathy through Bodhi’s emotional journey.
Supports language skills with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Bodhi the Bird!
Sharky, 2023
Award winning
Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Cultivates active listening and empathy in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Encourages meaningful conversations between parents and children.

Anzu the Great Listener
Benson Shum, 2023
Tarantulas
Eric Ethan, 2003
24 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating world of tarantulas through engaging narrative.
Enhances knowledge on nature, promoting scientific curiosity.
Stimulates critical thinking about wildlife conservation.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

Tarantulas
Eric Ethan, 2003
Helpful Hannah (Pandas)
Marie Burlington, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy and helping behaviors in children.
Enhances understanding of teamwork through engaging narrative.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers visually.
Encourages reading together, strengthening family bonds.

Helpful Hannah (Pandas)
Marie Burlington, 2004
Animal Friends
Patti Jennings, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through diverse animal character interactions.
Supports language development with engaging narrative structure.
Ideal for bedtime reading, fostering comfort and bonding.
