Top-rated books by Dr. Glenda Tavormina
The Water's Game
Age: 5-12
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The Bee's Knees
James Morrissey, 2020
150 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of teamwork and perseverance.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.

The Bee's Knees
James Morrissey, 2020
Award winning
Embrace the Summer of 2023
Howard Zichen Wang, 2023
133 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages outdoor exploration and appreciation of nature.
Supports understanding of seasons and passage of time.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Embrace the Summer of 2023
Howard Zichen Wang, 2023
Award winning
Green Rising
Lauren James, 2021
370 pages
Why to read
Addresses climate change creatively, fostering environmental awareness.
Features strong, courageous young protagonists inspiring action.
Blends adventure with real-world issues, promoting engagement.
Encourages teamwork and innovative thinking in problem-solving.

Green Rising
Lauren James, 2021
Award winning
Down In Prairie Dog Town
Maceo K. Moore, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Vivid exploration of prairie dog life stimulates curiosity.
Engages young minds with charming characters and storytelling.
Encourages understanding of animal behavior and ecosystems.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and attention-to-detail skills.

Down In Prairie Dog Town
Maceo K. Moore, 2023
Award winning
River and the Missing Yellow Wellie Mystery
Emily Dreeling, Misha Jovanovic, 2022
98 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Vivid illustrations support imagination and comprehension.
Encourages curiosity and attention to detail.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

River and the Missing Yellow Wellie Mystery
Emily Dreeling, Misha Jovanovic, 2022
Award winning
Thinking Outside the Coop
Betsy Von Hagen, Dr. Claire Copps, Dr. Chris Sanders, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Engages young readers with humorous, lively illustrations.
Teaches valuable lessons on teamwork and perseverance.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Thinking Outside the Coop
Betsy Von Hagen, Dr. Claire Copps, Dr. Chris Sanders, 2023
Award winning
High in the Tree and Low in the Soil: The mysterious relationship of a Tree and a Seed
Ashley Sollenberger, Amber Kane, 2023
51 pages
Why to read
Explores the symbiotic relationship of trees and seeds.
Introduces basic ecological concepts to young readers.
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity about nature.
Beautiful illustrations complement the educational content.

High in the Tree and Low in the Soil: The mysterious relationship of a Tree and a Seed
Ashley Sollenberger, Amber Kane, 2023
Award winning
Leo the Lonely Lizard
Cara Diperna, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey of friendship and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
