Top-rated books by D.L. Cocchio
Be Careful What You Wish For
Age: 4-12
Books like D.L. Cocchio’s
Award winning
Sunset of the Sabertooth
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, Sal Murdocca, 1996
68 pages
Why to read
Adventure through time fuels imagination and curiosity.
Relatable characters enhance connection and empathy.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Blends fun with historical learning seamlessly.
Sunset of the Sabertooth
Mary Pope Osborne, Mary Osborne, Sal Murdocca, 1996
Award winning
Pony Mysteries #1: Penny and Pepper
Jeanne Betancourt, Kellee Riley, 2011
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot that sparks curiosity.
Relatable friendship dynamics, builds social skills.
Encourages logical thinking and problem-solving.
Ideal for young readers, enhances reading skills.
Pony Mysteries #1: Penny and Pepper
Jeanne Betancourt, Kellee Riley, 2011
Award winning
Miss Geist Is Undead!
Christina Geist, Tim Bowers, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Entertaining blend of humor and fantasy.
Characters illustrate resilience and teamwork.
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking.
Ideal for engaging young readers.
Miss Geist Is Undead!
Christina Geist, Tim Bowers, 2022
Award winning
Ghost Afraid of the Dark-With Glow-in-the-Dark Cover-Follow a Shy Little Ghost as he Discovers how to be Brave-Now in Board Book Format
Kidsbooks Publishing, Sara Conway, Rainstorm Publishing, Alex Willmore, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Glow-in-the-dark cover enhances interactive reading experience.
Encourages bravery and overcoming personal fears.
Supports emotional development and self-discovery.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
Ghost Afraid of the Dark-With Glow-in-the-Dark Cover-Follow a Shy Little Ghost as he Discovers how to be Brave-Now in Board Book Format
Kidsbooks Publishing, Sara Conway, Rainstorm Publishing, Alex Willmore, 2020
Award winning
How to Catch a Witch
Alice Walstead, Megan Joyce, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving challenges.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
How to Catch a Witch
Alice Walstead, Megan Joyce, 2022
Award winning
Justin Case: Shells, Smells, and the Horrible Flip-Flops of Doom
Rachel Vail, Matthew Cordell, 2012
192 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of childhood fears and triumphs.
Encourages problem-solving and emotional resilience.
Enhances language skills and vocabulary through reading.
Fun, relatable narrative that holds children's interest.
Justin Case: Shells, Smells, and the Horrible Flip-Flops of Doom
Rachel Vail, Matthew Cordell, 2012
Award winning
Shark Tale Joke Book (Shark Tale)
Jesse Leon Mccann / Ken Edwards, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Packed with child-friendly humor and jokes.
Enhances creativity through playful language use.
Stimulates socialization via shared laughter.
Offers easy, engaging reading for young readers.
Shark Tale Joke Book (Shark Tale)
Jesse Leon Mccann / Ken Edwards, 2004
Award winning
Miss Twiggley's Tree
Dorothea Warren Fox, 1966
44 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through quirky characters and plot.
Enhances creativity with vivid, engaging illustrations.
Teaches value of friendship and community.
Boosts confidence in reading with rhythmic text.
