Top-rated books by D.L. Cocchio
Be Careful What You Wish For
Age: 4-12
Books like D.L. Cocchio’s
Award winning
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
205 pages
Why to read
Combats childhood fears with humor and bravery.
Encourages resilience and self-confidence in young readers.
Stimulates imagination through engaging adventures.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
Award winning
Buried Thunder
Tim Bowler, 2011
220 pages
Why to read
Suspenseful narrative enhances focus and engagement.
Characters' resilience bolsters emotional development.
Themes of bravery and decision-making foster critical thinking.
Mystery elements make reading exciting and educational.
Buried Thunder
Tim Bowler, 2011
Award winning
Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Michael Feifer, Gautam, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline teaches empathy and understanding.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable situations.
Supports development of social skills and values.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Michael Feifer, Gautam, 2023
Award winning
No Chomping, Baby Dino: A 'No Biting' Book for Toddlers
B Daugherty, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Addresses toddler biting with engaging storytelling.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
No Chomping, Baby Dino: A 'No Biting' Book for Toddlers
B Daugherty, 2023
Award winning
Shark Tale: The Movie Novel
Anonymous, Louise Gikow, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging undersea adventure with colorful characters.
Teaches valuable lessons about friendship and bravery.
Encourages imagination and creativity in young readers.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
Shark Tale: The Movie Novel
Anonymous, Louise Gikow, 2004
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Award winning
School Daze
Zack Zombie, 2015
126 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of school life, sparking curiosity and excitement.
Features diverse characters, fostering inclusivity and understanding.
Enhances emotional intelligence and social skills.
Encourages engaging family discussions about school experiences.
School Daze
Zack Zombie, 2015
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, Dion Graham, Kirby Heyborne, Listening Library, Adenrele Ojo, Socks Whitmore, Alejandra Reynoso, Sarah Skaer, Courtney Lin, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.
