Top-rated books by David M F Powers
A Butterfly Without Wings
Age: 5-7
Books like David M F Powers’s
Award winning
Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages inclusivity and acceptance among siblings and friends.
Highlights problem-solving through playful sibling dynamics.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Engaging narrative that sparks conversations about fairness.

Hide and Shh!: A Not-So-Sneaky Sister Story About Inclusion
Christina Dendy, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
There's a Beast in the Basement!
Pamela Butchart, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Characters display bravery, teamwork, and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Encourages discussion about fear and courage.

There's a Beast in the Basement!
Pamela Butchart, 2023
Award winning
Daddy, Tell Me a Story
Kathleen Long Bostrom, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages bonding through storytelling and shared reading.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills for young readers.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Addresses emotions and problem-solving in relatable scenarios.

Daddy, Tell Me a Story
Kathleen Long Bostrom, 2024
Nell Plants a Tree
Anne Wynter, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages environmental awareness and responsibility.
Supports understanding of nature and growth processes.
Inspires action towards sustainability and conservation.
Engaging narrative that fosters empathy and curiosity.

Nell Plants a Tree
Anne Wynter, 2023
Award winning
Hide and Seek, Nuts to Eat
Tracy Gold, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative teaches valuable foraging and sharing lessons.
Enhances cognitive development through problem-solving scenarios.
Encourages interactive reading and child-parent bonding.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual interpretation skills.

Hide and Seek, Nuts to Eat
Tracy Gold, 2023
A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, 2024
36 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and care for the environment.
Engaging and beautiful illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, 2024
Award winning
Doris
Sarah Jacoby, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, whimsical story sparks children’s creativity.
Relatable protagonist encourages empathy and understanding.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Warm illustrations complement nurturing narrative.
