Top-rated books by James Marshall
Books like James Marshall’s
Award winning
Lilly's Big Day
Kevin Henkes, Laura Hamilton, 2006
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of excitement, patience, and disappointment.
Enhances understanding of social roles and relationships.
Encourages emotional resilience and adaptability.
Ideal for fostering family discussions on expectations.
Lilly's Big Day
Kevin Henkes, Laura Hamilton, 2006
Award winning
Don't Hug the Pug
Robin Jacobs, Matthew Hodson, JACOBS ROBIN/HODSON, 2019
38 pages
Why to read
Engaging fun story about respecting personal boundaries.
Teaches essential lessons about consent and empathy.
Lively illustrations captivate and retain child’s interest.
Encourages discussions about friendships and respect.
Don't Hug the Pug
Robin Jacobs, Matthew Hodson, JACOBS ROBIN/HODSON, 2019
Award winning
Sharon, keep your hair on
Gillian Rubinstein, David Mackintosh, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and creativity in young readers.
Addresses problem solving through engaging storylines.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports language development and enriches vocabulary.
Sharon, keep your hair on
Gillian Rubinstein, David Mackintosh, 1996
Award winning
Lenny and Mel After-School Confidential
Erik Kraft, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventures enhance problem-solving skills.
Humorous, relatable characters resonate with young readers.
Encourages creativity through amusing, quirky scenarios.
Ideal for improving literacy and comprehension.
Lenny and Mel After-School Confidential
Erik Kraft, 2004
The Show-Off Mouse
A. H. Benjamin, Val Biro, 1993
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages teamwork and cooperation among young readers.
Engaging storyline captivates children’s interest.
Illustrates the consequences of showing off.
Supports social and emotional development.
The Show-Off Mouse
A. H. Benjamin, Val Biro, 1993
Award winning
Pete Can't Eat Neat
Angee Costa, Kenya Hinson, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances fine motor skills through interactive mealtime scenarios.
Supports understanding of mealtime etiquette and manners.
Encourages empathy by addressing eating challenges.
Bright illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Pete Can't Eat Neat
Angee Costa, Kenya Hinson, 2023
The Nanny Goat's Kid
Jeanne Willis, Tony Ross, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and acceptance through engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Stimulates dialogue on identity and belonging.
Delightfully illustrated, captivates children's attention.
The Nanny Goat's Kid
Jeanne Willis, Tony Ross, 2010
Award winning
What A Friend-- Friendship Tips From 2 Grrrls
Kristen Kemp, Scholastic Inc., 2000
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of friendship dynamics.
Empowers children with social skills development.
Engaging, relatable storytelling by Kristen Kemp.
Ideal for parent-child cooperative reading.
