Top-rated books by Cathleen Daly
Emily's Blue Period
Age: 4-7
Prudence Wants a Pet
Age: 4-7
Books like Cathleen Daly’s
Award winning
The Smile Shop
Satoshi Kitamura, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases joy of giving and its emotional rewards.
Encourages empathy and understanding through vibrant storytelling.
Supports emotional development and social skills.
Engages young readers with captivating illustrations.
The Smile Shop
Satoshi Kitamura, 2020
Award winning
Strollercoaster
Matt Ringler, Raúl The Third, Elaine Bay, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and visual learning.
Storyline encourages emotional resilience and adaptability.
Supports language development through rhythmic, playful text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Strollercoaster
Matt Ringler, Raúl The Third, Elaine Bay, 2021
Award winning
Catalina Magdalena Hoopensteiner Wallendiner Hogan Logan Bogan Was Her Name
Tedd Arnold, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Playful rhyme scheme enhances linguistic and phonetic skills.
Boosts memory through repetitive and rhythmic narrative.
Fosters creativity and humor in storytelling.
Encourages engagement through whimsical illustrations.
Catalina Magdalena Hoopensteiner Wallendiner Hogan Logan Bogan Was Her Name
Tedd Arnold, 2004
Award winning
Olivia the Spy
Ian Falconer, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with Olivia's adventurous, curious spirit.
Enhances observational skills through a spy-themed storyline.
Emphasizes the importance of trust and communication.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Olivia the Spy
Ian Falconer, 2017
Award winning
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes
Hena Khan, Mehrdokht Amini, 2018
30 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Islamic culture through captivating shapes and colors.
Enhances recognition skills with uniquely themed illustrations.
Offers educational insights into geometric concepts.
Invites discussion on diversity and cultural appreciation.
Crescent Moons and Pointed Minarets: A Muslim Book of Shapes
Hena Khan, Mehrdokht Amini, 2018
Award winning
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Stimulates language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.
Strengthens family bonds depicted through heartwarming narrative.
Enhances creative thinking with whimsical, colorful illustrations.
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
Award winning
Outside In
Staci Pennybaker, FolksnFables, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Promotes connection with nature through engaging, whimsical illustrations.
Enhances environmental awareness and fosters curiosity.
Supports cognitive development and empathy building.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Outside In
Staci Pennybaker, FolksnFables, 2021
Award winning
Manuelo, The Playing Mantis
Don Freeman, Lisa McCue, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy with relatable insect characters.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Delightful mix of art and storytelling.
