Top-rated books by Hoda Kotb
You Are My Happy
Age: 0-3
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Award winning
Little Santa
Yoko Maruyama, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, festive tale delights children during holiday season.
Illustrations capture the magic of Santa's enchanting world.
Encourages kindness, generosity, and the joy of giving.
Ideal for family storytime, building holiday traditions together.

Little Santa
Yoko Maruyama, 2017
Award winning
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of emotions through color and metaphor.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Supports development of language skills and creativity.
Ideal read-aloud for engaging family reading time.

My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
Award winning
Bedtime Hugs for Little Ones
Debby Boone, Gabriel Ferrer, 1988
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages bonding through bedtime stories.
Enhances emotional intelligence in young readers.
Simple, soothing words perfect for night-time routine.
Strengthens parent-child relationship through reading.

Bedtime Hugs for Little Ones
Debby Boone, Gabriel Ferrer, 1988
Nowhere Again!
Jenny Sullivan, 2004
228 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey sparks imagination and curiosity.
Relatable characters teach resilience and confidence.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving challenges.
Enhances literacy skills with engaging narrative.

Nowhere Again!
Jenny Sullivan, 2004
Award winning
I Am An Artist
Kertu Sillaste, Adam Cullen, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and self-expression in young minds.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning and engagement.
Encourages exploration of various artistic mediums.
Supports development of fine motor skills.

I Am An Artist
Kertu Sillaste, Adam Cullen, 2021
Award winning
The Big Adventure of the Smalls
Helen Stephens, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Engages young readers with fun, adventurous narrative.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in children.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.

The Big Adventure of the Smalls
Helen Stephens, 2012
Award winning
Pink Me Up
Charise Mericle Harper, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Boosts color recognition through vibrant, playful illustrations.
Celebrates creativity and self-expression in young children.
Encourages bonding over shared reading moments.
Addresses resilience and adaptive thinking.

Pink Me Up
Charise Mericle Harper, 2011
Award winning
Anne Geddes 123
Anne Geddes, 1995
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating photography enhances early number recognition.
Stimulates visual learning and cognitive development.
Engages toddlers with familiar, comforting imagery.
Encourages interaction, enhancing parent-child bonding.
