Top-rated books by Jason Reynolds
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Zippy the Runner: Positive Attitude
Ji Yu Kim, Jeong-Hyeon Seon, 2015
28 pages
Why to read
Fosters resilience and positive thinking in young readers.
Engaging storyline encourages persistence and effort.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual imagination.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading time.

Zippy the Runner: Positive Attitude
Ji Yu Kim, Jeong-Hyeon Seon, 2015
Award winning
Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, Lynn Scurfield, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates enduring friendships with engaging storytelling.
Teaches empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages emotional development and social skills.
Supports literacy growth with compelling, easy-to-follow text.

Friends Are Friends, Forever
Dane Liu, Lynn Scurfield, 2022
Award winning
The Big Wet Balloon
Liniers, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances sibling relationships through shared experiences.
Stimulates language development and emotional expression.
Encourages outdoor play and exploration in children.
Captivating illustrations enhance visual processing skills.

The Big Wet Balloon
Liniers, 2020
Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional awareness through accessible storytelling.
Encourages resilience and coping with diverse daily experiences.
Supports emotional development and empathy in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
English Frameworking Teaching Resources
Julia Strong, Pam Bloomfield, Emily Rought-Brooks, 2001
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of English language structure.
Supports curriculum with practical teaching resources.
Boosts students' confidence in English proficiency.
Ideal for interactive and engaging classroom activities.

English Frameworking Teaching Resources
Julia Strong, Pam Bloomfield, Emily Rought-Brooks, 2001
Award winning
The Phoenix – Rising from the Ashes
Dian Griffin Jackson, Shanterria Jackson, Phoenix Harden, Joyce Licorish, 2014
206 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and overcoming adversity through captivating storytelling.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in young readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, mythical imagery.
Encourages family discussions on perseverance and growth.

The Phoenix – Rising from the Ashes
Dian Griffin Jackson, Shanterria Jackson, Phoenix Harden, Joyce Licorish, 2014
Award winning
Oxford Primary Illustrated Maths Dictionary
Oxford University Press, Oxford Dictionaries, 2013
128 pages
Why to read
Simplifies complex math concepts for young learners.
Vibrant illustrations aid in understanding and retention.
Encourages mathematical curiosity and confidence.
Tailored to align with primary school curricula.

Oxford Primary Illustrated Maths Dictionary
Oxford University Press, Oxford Dictionaries, 2013
Award winning
Words Between Us
Angela Pham Krans, Dung Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a lively and imaginative narrative.
Features relatable characters fostering emotional connection.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Enhances literacy through an enjoyable reading journey.
