Top-rated books by Geneviève Côté
Noni Is Nervous
Age: 3-7
Books like Geneviève Côté’s
Award winning
The Scariest Kitten in the World
Kate Messner, Mackenzie Haley, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale, encourages courage and curiosity.
Highlights importance of friendship and understanding.
Engages young readers with vivid illustrations.
Supports emotional development and empathy.

The Scariest Kitten in the World
Kate Messner, Mackenzie Haley, 2023
Black Meets White
Justine Korman Fontes, Illustrated By Geoff Waring, Justine Korman Fontes, Illustrated by Geoff Waring, Geoff Waring, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports social and emotional development.
Engaging illustrations complement the narrative.

Black Meets White
Justine Korman Fontes, Illustrated By Geoff Waring, Justine Korman Fontes, Illustrated by Geoff Waring, Geoff Waring, 2005
Award winning
Ready and Waiting for You
Judi Moreillon, Catherine Stock, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages interaction, boosts engagement and bonding.
Illustrates school readiness, eases transition anxieties.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Supports language development and social skills.

Ready and Waiting for You
Judi Moreillon, Catherine Stock, 2013
Award winning
I Love You! A Bushel & A Peck
Rosemary Wells, Frank Loesser, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming message of love and affection.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances reading skills.
Colorful illustrations capture children's attention.
Ideal for bedtime sharing and bonding.

I Love You! A Bushel & A Peck
Rosemary Wells, Frank Loesser, 2007
Award winning
I'm Sticking with You
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, Steve Small, Smriti Halls, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship with heartwarming, delightful illustrations.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Engaging narrative that fosters parent-child bonding.
Reinforces the importance of sticking together through challenges.

I'm Sticking with You
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, Steve Small, Smriti Halls, 2020
Award winning
Parfait, Not Parfait!
Scott Rothman, Avery Monsen, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-acceptance and embracing one's imperfections.
Engaging illustrations that capture children's attention.
Encourages resilience and perseverance through storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Parfait, Not Parfait!
Scott Rothman, Avery Monsen, 2022
Award winning
The Three Little Guinea Pigs
Amy Young, Erica S. Perl, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous spin on classic storytelling.
Encourages creativity and resilience in young readers.
Strengthens reading skills through captivating narrative.
Fosters empathy and teamwork among children.

The Three Little Guinea Pigs
Amy Young, Erica S. Perl, 2023
Award winning
Lambslide
Ann Patchett, Robin Preiss Glasser, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters children’s participation and imagination.
Introduces democratic concepts in a fun, accessible way.
Encourages teamwork and community involvement among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the humorous, captivating narrative.
