Top-rated books by Jane Medina
Books like Jane Medina’s
I Like the Rain: Big Book (Literacy Links Plus Big Books)
Claude Belanger, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imaginations.
Simple text perfect for beginning readers' skill development.
Celebrates joy in rainy days, enhancing emotional growth.
Ideal for family reading, fosters love for nature.

I Like the Rain: Big Book (Literacy Links Plus Big Books)
Claude Belanger, 2001
Award winning
No Buddy Like A Book
Allan Wolf, Brianne Farley, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity and love for learning.
Showcases the adventures found in reading.
Encourages language development and vocabulary expansion.
Enhances child’s imagination and creativity.

No Buddy Like A Book
Allan Wolf, Brianne Farley, 2021
Award winning
Please Bury Me in the Library
J. Patrick Lewis, Kyle M. Stone, aa, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes love and appreciation for libraries and reading.
Encourages imagination through whimsical, poetic storytelling.
Builds vocabulary and linguistic skills in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Please Bury Me in the Library
J. Patrick Lewis, Kyle M. Stone, aa, 2005
Award winning
If I Were an Ant (A Rookie Reader)
Amy Moses, Amy Moses Tom Dunnington, Tom Dunnington, 1992
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging, immersive introduction to an ant's perspective.
Encourages empathy and understanding of different lives.
Simple language perfect for beginner readers.
Stimulates curiosity about nature and small creatures.

If I Were an Ant (A Rookie Reader)
Amy Moses, Amy Moses Tom Dunnington, Tom Dunnington, 1992
Busy Dinah Dinosaur: Brand New Readers
B.G. Hennessy, Ana Martín Larrañaga, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and curiosity.
Features relatable dinosaur characters teaching valuable lessons.
Enhances problem-solving skills through playful scenarios.
Encourages beginner reading with simple, repetitive text.

Busy Dinah Dinosaur: Brand New Readers
B.G. Hennessy, Ana Martín Larrañaga, 2000
I Love to Keep My Room Clean J'aime garder ma chambre propre
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2014
34 pages
Why to read
Bilingual format enhances language skills and cognitive development.
Encourages responsibility and personal organization in children.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports bilingual families and dual-language learning environments.

I Love to Keep My Room Clean J'aime garder ma chambre propre
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2014
Award winning
Reading Success for Minecrafters: Grades 1-2 (Reading for Minecrafters)
Sky Pony Press, Amanda Brack, 2017
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances reading skills through Minecraft-themed stories.
Fosters creativity and engagement in young readers.
Supports Grade 1-2 literacy and comprehension development.
Encourages problem-solving with familiar game scenarios.

Reading Success for Minecrafters: Grades 1-2 (Reading for Minecrafters)
Sky Pony Press, Amanda Brack, 2017
Oxford Reading Tree Read with Biff, Chip and Kipper: Spelling Games Flashcards
Roderick Hunt, 2014
55 pages
Why to read
Interactive flashcards enhance spelling and phonics skills.
Engaging characters guide early literacy development.
Supports independent learning and confidence in reading.
Fun, educational tool for skills reinforcement at home.
