Top-rated books by Deborah Kekewich
Balloons
Age: 5-7
Books like Deborah Kekewich’s
Buckaroo Baby
Libby Ellis, 2004
20 pages
Why to read
Adventure tale sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach resilience and problem-solving.
Enhanced vocabulary acquisition through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Buckaroo Baby
Libby Ellis, 2004
Award winning
First Dictionary
Make Believe Ideas Ltd., Dawn Machell, 2017
96 pages
Why to read
Introduces early vocabulary in fun, engaging ways.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Supports language development and cognitive skills.
Ideal first step to literacy and lifelong learning.

First Dictionary
Make Believe Ideas Ltd., Dawn Machell, 2017
Award winning
The Great Stroller Adventure
Denis Markell, Melissa Iwai, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates young readers' imaginations.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, enhancing social development.
Encourages creative problem solving and independence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Great Stroller Adventure
Denis Markell, Melissa Iwai, 2004
Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks children's curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable and diverse characters, enhancing social awareness.
Encourages critical thinking through engaging narrative twists.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.

Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
Award winning
Splat!
Mary Margaret Pérez-Mercado, Richard Torrey, 1999
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline sparks children’s imagination and creativity.
Features diverse, relatable characters enhancing social understanding.
Encourages problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Engaging text ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Splat!
Mary Margaret Pérez-Mercado, Richard Torrey, 1999
Breakfast: Discover Series Picture Book for Children
Xist Publishing, 2012
28 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse breakfast foods from around the world.
Vibrant, colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages curiosity about cultures and culinary practices.
Supports vocabulary expansion and early literacy skills.

Breakfast: Discover Series Picture Book for Children
Xist Publishing, 2012
Award winning
Monster Manor: Sally Gets Silly - Book #7
Paul Martin, Manu Boisteau, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with Sally's whimsical, fun-filled antics.
Illustrates valuable lessons on friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creative thinking through quirky problem-solving.
Designed to captivate and educate young readers.

Monster Manor: Sally Gets Silly - Book #7
Paul Martin, Manu Boisteau, 2004
Baby Book Playtime Baby Book
Melanie Joyce, 2004
10 pages
Why to read
Engaging, colorful illustrations stimulate visual learning.
Simple, rhythmic text supports language development.
Interactive elements enhance motor skills.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.
