Top-rated books by Catherine Hapka
Books like Catherine Hapka’s
Award winning
The Adventures of Christopher & Rocket: The Great Balloon Race
R.B. Bowen, 2023
97 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure promotes teamwork and ingenuity.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages exploration of emotions and friendships.

The Adventures of Christopher & Rocket: The Great Balloon Race
R.B. Bowen, 2023
Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
75 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with realistic, contemporary issues.
Encourages ethical decision-making and integrity.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for family discussion and bonding.

Truth Test (Cover-To-Cover Novels: Contemporary Fiction)
Lori Pollard-Johnson, Margaret Sanfilippo, 2000
Award winning
Kindness Week
Tahiya Cooper, Patricia Grannum, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy through engaging, heartfelt stories.
Encourages positive behavior and community involvement.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Kindness Week
Tahiya Cooper, Patricia Grannum, 2021
The Raspberry Man: Inspired by a True Story
Janalee Tobias, 2013
52 pages
Why to read
Based on a captivating true story.
Encourages empathy and understanding among children.
Enhances curiosity and knowledge about diverse life situations.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

The Raspberry Man: Inspired by a True Story
Janalee Tobias, 2013
Award winning
The Big Wet Balloon
Liniers, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances sibling relationships through shared experiences.
Stimulates language development and emotional expression.
Encourages outdoor play and exploration in children.
Captivating illustrations enhance visual processing skills.

The Big Wet Balloon
Liniers, 2013
Award winning
I Spy With My Boxer Eye
Linda Ward, 2022
30 pages
Why to read
Interactive search and find format engages young minds.
Strengthens observational skills and attention to detail.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages bonding through shared parent-child reading sessions.

I Spy With My Boxer Eye
Linda Ward, 2022
Ugly Mug
Annie Dalton, Kate Aldous, 1994
96 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-acceptance through quirky, endearing characters.
Explores friendship dynamics with engaging storytelling.
Enhances empathy, promotes understanding diverse perspectives.
Ideal for family bonding and shared reading sessions.

Ugly Mug
Annie Dalton, Kate Aldous, 1994
Award winning
Beyond The Visible: The Life's Journey of a Little Prince
Giuliano Ciabatta, Valery Vell, 2023
51 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and self-discovery.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
Ideal for bonding over bedtime stories.
