Top-rated books by Holly Surplice
I Love You Little One
Age: 0-5
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Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story combining friendship with pet adoption.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards animals.
Enhances emotional development through relatable narrative.
Captivating illustrations engage and delight young readers.
The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
Award winning
Well Done, Mummy Penguin
Chris Haughton, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates determination and resilience through charming storyline.
Enhances empathy through engaging, relatable penguin characters.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.
Vibrant illustrations stimulate visual perception and creativity.
Well Done, Mummy Penguin
Chris Haughton, 2023
Award winning
Spider-Man: Animals Assemble!
Mike Maihack, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Combines superhero excitement with educational animal facts.
Encourages curiosity about wildlife and ecosystems.
Supports reading skills and scientific knowledge.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading moments.
Spider-Man: Animals Assemble!
Mike Maihack, 2023
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
Award winning
Cornbread & Poppy
Matthew Cordell, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Charming adventure of friendship and resourcefulness.
Enhances children's understanding of cooperation and sharing.
Lively illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early development of empathy and resilience.
