Top-rated books by Francesca Simon
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Award winning
Lola's Trick or Treat
Diane Degroat, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit of Halloween through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and social skills among young readers.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for family reading, fostering bonding and discussion.
Lola's Trick or Treat
Diane Degroat, 2004
Award winning
Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-acceptance and uniqueness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of differences.
Engaging storyline fosters imaginative thinking.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
Award winning
Ellie Sparkle: Rewrite the Tradition
Verena Heissenberger, 2023
59 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity, challenges traditional roles.
Encourages individuality and self-expression.
Supports problem-solving, critical thinking skills.
Engaging storyline, vibrant illustrations.
Ellie Sparkle: Rewrite the Tradition
Verena Heissenberger, 2023
Award winning
Outside the Box
Karma Wilson, Diane Goode, 2014
176 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Encourages independence and self-expression in children.
Engaging story that captivates and educates.
Ideal for improving reading skills and comprehension.
Outside the Box
Karma Wilson, Diane Goode, 2014
Award winning
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative encourages creative thinking.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Adventure theme enhances problem-solving skills.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
Award winning
Mortimer Keene: Attack of the Slime
Tim Healey, Chris Mould, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates children’s creative thought.
Encourages interest in science and inventive thinking.
Lively, humorous prose resonates with young readers.
Strengthens literary skills through engaging narrative.
Mortimer Keene: Attack of the Slime
Tim Healey, Chris Mould, 2013
Pass the Parcel: Independent Reading Red 2
Sarah Snashall, Lucy Makuc (illustrator) Sarah Snashall (author), Lucy Makuc, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters independent reading skills in young children.
Engaging storyline enhances cognitive development.
Encourages teamwork and social skills.
Builds confidence through achievement in reading.
Pass the Parcel: Independent Reading Red 2
Sarah Snashall, Lucy Makuc (illustrator) Sarah Snashall (author), Lucy Makuc, 2023
Award winning
Spellbound Ponies: Magic and Mischief
Stacy Gregg, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with magical ponies and enchanting stories.
Boosts creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages empathy through character-driven narratives.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.
