Top-rated books by David O'Connell
Books like David O'Connell’s
Happy Hooves: 1: Ta Dah!
Rebecca Elliott, Anna Bogie, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages teamwork and friendship among diverse characters.
Simple text supports early reading skills.
Fun rhymes enhance language and rhythm awareness.

Happy Hooves: 1: Ta Dah!
Rebecca Elliott, Anna Bogie, 2014
Award winning
Don't Call Me Grumpycorn
Sarah Mcintyre, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Encourages emotional expression and understanding.
Supports creativity and imaginative play.
Enhances vocabulary and communication skills.

Don't Call Me Grumpycorn
Sarah Mcintyre, 2023
Pearlie and the Big Doll
Wendy Harmer, Mike Zarb, 2014
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale fosters curiosity and imaginative play.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Pearlie and the Big Doll
Wendy Harmer, Mike Zarb, 2014
Award winning
Unicorn Academy: Lyra and Misty (Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens, 17)
Julie Sykes, 2021
112 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with magical unicorns and adventures.
Encourages problem-solving through engaging story challenges.
Builds empathy with diverse, relatable characters.
Strengthens reading skills in a captivating way.

Unicorn Academy: Lyra and Misty (Unicorn Academy: Where Magic Happens, 17)
Julie Sykes, 2021
Award winning
A Horse in the Living Room
Ram Kushnir, Hiruni Kariyawasam, 2022
46 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline to enhance child's imagination and creativity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, resolving issues constructively together.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Supports language development and cognitive growth in young readers.

A Horse in the Living Room
Ram Kushnir, Hiruni Kariyawasam, 2022
Award winning
Mighty Magnolia
Jennie Schmidtman, Jasmine Bailey, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience through Magnolia's adventurous journey.
Fosters empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child reading sessions.

Mighty Magnolia
Jennie Schmidtman, Jasmine Bailey, 2023
Magic Mistakes! (Airy Fairy, 3)
Margaret Ryan, Teresa Murfin, 2005
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging and creative magical adventures.
Characters demonstrate resilience and growth.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Supports literacy and imaginative thinking.

Magic Mistakes! (Airy Fairy, 3)
Margaret Ryan, Teresa Murfin, 2005
Award winning
The Princess and the Unicorn
Wendy Blaxland, Kerry Millard, 2006
80 pages
Why to read
Magical adventure enhances creativity and imagination.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Encourages perseverance and kindness recognition.
Engaging story fosters love for reading.
