Top-rated books by Houchens Sue
Sadie
Age: 5-9
Books like Houchens Sue’s
Award winning
Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and acceptance.
Encourages understanding diverse identities and expressions.
Inspires courage and resilience in adversity.
Family bonding through meaningful discussions.

Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
Award winning
Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Maudie Powell-Tuck, Karl James Mountford, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters family connections through magical Christmas narrative.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy in children.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Encourages imaginative thinking and creativity.

Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Maudie Powell-Tuck, Karl James Mountford, 2017
Award winning
Zorro the Boston Terrier: Accidentally Locked Out
Paola Kay, Shawn P Cooney, Jennifer Rees, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of Zorro solving his unexpected problem.
Teaches resilience and creative thinking in challenging situations.
Captivating illustrations complement the compelling storyline.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Zorro the Boston Terrier: Accidentally Locked Out
Paola Kay, Shawn P Cooney, Jennifer Rees, 2023
The Brave Little Corgi
Joanna Lynch, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale nurtures courage and determination.
Engaging narrative fosters children's emotional resilience.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports early literacy skills development.

The Brave Little Corgi
Joanna Lynch, 2023
Award winning
Words and Your Heart
Kate Jane Neal, 2015
44 pages
Why to read
Emphasizes importance of words in expressing and understanding feelings.
Encourages empathy and kindness through engaging illustrations.
Supports emotional development with clear, impactful narrative.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading sessions.

Words and Your Heart
Kate Jane Neal, 2015
Award winning
Angela and Diabola
Lynne Reid Banks, Valérie Dayre, 1997
224 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of good versus evil effectively.
Engages young readers with twin sisters' contrasting personalities.
Encourages discussion on moral and ethical decisions.
Captivating narrative ensures sustained attention and interest.

Angela and Diabola
Lynne Reid Banks, Valérie Dayre, 1997
Award winning
The Lost and the Found
Cat Clarke, Zoe Clarke, Felicia Whaley, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Themes of resilience and family bonds resonate deeply.
Encourages empathy and understanding of complex emotions.
Ideal for promoting discussions on personal challenges.

The Lost and the Found
Cat Clarke, Zoe Clarke, Felicia Whaley, 2020
Award winning
The Feelings Dinosaurs: Children's Book About Emotions and Feelings
Emily Hartmann, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through engaging dinosaur characters.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in kids.
Supports age-appropriate understanding of complex feelings.
Encourages open conversation about emotions at home.
