Top-rated books by David O'Connell
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Award winning
Noodle and the No Bones Day
Jonathan Graziano, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates resilience and positive attitude.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Supports early emotional and social development.
Engaging story that fosters a love for reading.

Noodle and the No Bones Day
Jonathan Graziano, 2022
Award winning
Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Promotes laughter and joy through playful animal visuals.
Enhances observational skills with engaging guessing games.
Strengthens decision-making abilities in young readers.
Encourages family interaction and shared reading moments.

Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.

Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through motivational and lyrical language.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Encourages positivity and change-making in young minds.
Supports language development and artistic expression.

Change Sings: A Children's Anthem
Loren Long, Amanda Gorman, 2021
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure improves kids' problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable characters boost empathy and connection.
Combines humor and mystery for enjoyable learning.
Encourages teamwork, critical thinking in young readers.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2023
Award winning
Unicorn Selfies: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsical unicorn-themed adventures.
Enhances emotional intelligence through relatable character interactions.
Encourages resilience and positivity in challenging situations.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Unicorn Selfies: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2022
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Taylor Swift: A Little Golden Book Biography
Wendy Loggia, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Taylor Swift's compelling success story.
Encourages children to pursue dreams and creativity.
Highlights the importance of resilience and hard work.
Perfect for family reading, enhancing bonding and discussion.
