Top-rated books by Debra Westgate-Silva
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Award winning
Miss Molly's School of Kindness
Susanna Davidson, Rosie Reeve, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches kindness through engaging narrative and characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports social skills development with relatable situations.
Fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Miss Molly's School of Kindness
Susanna Davidson, Rosie Reeve, 2023
Award winning
Aggie and Ben: Three Stories
Lori Ries, Frank W. Dormer, 2006
48 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of childhood curiosity and friendship.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Simple language perfect for early readers.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging storytelling.

Aggie and Ben: Three Stories
Lori Ries, Frank W. Dormer, 2006
Silky the Foundling (Home Farm Twins)
Jenny Oldfield, 1999
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes compassion through engaging, heartwarming animal stories.
Encourages responsibility and caring for others.
Strengthens reading skills with captivating narrative.
Supports emotional development with relatable characters.

Silky the Foundling (Home Farm Twins)
Jenny Oldfield, 1999
Award winning
The Little Puppy (Pictureback(R))
Judy Dunn, Phoebe Dunn, 1984
32 pages
Why to read
Charming story fosters emotional development and empathy.
Engaging illustrations enhance comprehension and imagination.
Encourages bonding through shared reading experiences.
Supports language skills and early literacy fundamentals.

The Little Puppy (Pictureback(R))
Judy Dunn, Phoebe Dunn, 1984
Award winning
Natalie Portman's Fables
Natalie Portman, Janna Mattia, Macmillan Audio, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Modern twist to timeless tales, enhancing appeal.
Focuses on empathy and kindness through stories.
Encouraging gender equality within familiar narratives.
Suitable for shared reading, fostering family bonds.

Natalie Portman's Fables
Natalie Portman, Janna Mattia, Macmillan Audio, 2020
Award winning
Mr. Tweed's Good Deeds
Jim Stoten, 2014
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging, vivid illustrations enhance visual learning.
Teaches values of kindness and community help.
Interactive counting aspect boosts cognitive skills.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.

Mr. Tweed's Good Deeds
Jim Stoten, 2014
The Taming of Lola: A Shrew Story
Ellen Weiss, Jerry Smath, Bryan Rennie, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding in relationships.
Lively and engaging narrative style.
Suitable for developing emotional intelligence in children.

The Taming of Lola: A Shrew Story
Ellen Weiss, Jerry Smath, Bryan Rennie, 2021
The First Day of School (Puppy and Bear)
Larry Dane Brimner, John Bendall-Brunello, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Eases first day of school anxieties.
Promotes friendship and empathy.
Engaging, intuitive storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
