Top-rated books by Houchens Sue
Sadie
Age: 5-9
Books like Houchens Sue’s
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
216 pages
Why to read
Addresses important themes like friendship and identity.
Encourages understanding of social and personal challenges.
Suitable for middle schoolers' emotional and social development.
Engaging narrative that enhances empathetic skills.
If a Tree Falls at Lunch Period
Gennifer Choldenko, 2007
Award winning
Henry and Beezus
Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers, 1952
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline with humorous adventures.
Highlights friendship and perseverance.
Encourages creativity and resourceful thinking.
Ideal for independent or shared family reading.
Henry and Beezus
Beverly Cleary, Jacqueline Rogers, 1952
Award winning
TRAPPED Book 1 - The Virtual Guardians
Katrina Kahler, Richard Axtell, 2020
150 pages
Why to read
Engaging virtual adventure stimulates curiosity and creativity.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Enhances problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading sessions.
TRAPPED Book 1 - The Virtual Guardians
Katrina Kahler, Richard Axtell, 2020
Award winning
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of belonging and identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
The Lost Puppy
Clara Vulliamy, 2018
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline enhances focus and imagination.
Characters exhibit resilience, boosting emotional development.
Encourages empathy through animal-focused narrative.
Supports language skills with simple yet engaging text.
The Lost Puppy
Clara Vulliamy, 2018
Award winning
The Case of the Terrible Teacher (The Adventures of Charlie)
Rae Lowery, 2022
72 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters model resilience and cooperation.
Fosters imagination and curiosity in young readers.
Supports development of critical thinking.
The Case of the Terrible Teacher (The Adventures of Charlie)
Rae Lowery, 2022
Award winning
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
352 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of LGBTQ+ community.
Develops empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires adventure and family bonding.
Me, My Dad and the End of the Rainbow
Benjamin Dean, 2021
Award winning
Violet and the Smugglers (Violet Investigates Book 3)
Harriet Whitehorn, Becka Moor, 2016
208 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story sparks curiosity and engagement.
Develops analytical skills through mystery-solving plot.
Violet as a role model encourages resilience and intelligence.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading comprehension.
