Top-rated books by Jay Leslie
Who Did It First?
Age: 8-12
Books like Jay Leslie’s
Award winning
The Bad Guys in They're Bee-Hind You!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot with humor and adventure.
Fosters empathy and teamwork among young readers.
Enhances reading skills through lively storytelling.
Addresses courage and morality in exciting ways.

The Bad Guys in They're Bee-Hind You!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2021
Award winning
The Mighty Solar Panel: Because nothing's more powerful than a sunny day!
Daniel Jarrett, 2022
30 pages
Why to read
Explores renewable energy through engaging storytelling.
Encourages environmental awareness in young readers.
Stimulates curiosity about science and technology.
Supports developmental learning with fun content.

The Mighty Solar Panel: Because nothing's more powerful than a sunny day!
Daniel Jarrett, 2022
Award winning
InvestiGators: All Tide Up (InvestiGators, 7)
John Green, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure keeps young readers engaged.
Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving elements.
Illustrations stimulate visual learning and creativity.
Encourages teamwork and cooperation among characters.

InvestiGators: All Tide Up (InvestiGators, 7)
John Green, 2023
Award winning
Pluto Gets the Call
Stacy Mcanulty, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with fun, space-themed adventures. - Builds empathy through Pluto's emotional journey. - Encourages curiosity about astronomy and planets. - Supports language development with playful narrative.

Pluto Gets the Call
Stacy Mcanulty, 2023
Award winning
This is Your Time
Ru, Ruby Bridges, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story by Ruby Bridges, civil rights icon.
Encourages courage, equality, and hope among young readers.
Beautiful illustrations capture the historical context vividly.
Ideal for discussions on history, racism, and resilience.

This is Your Time
Ru, Ruby Bridges, 2020
Award winning
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey in the Arctic stimulates imagination.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social development.
Introduces scientific concepts, fostering curiosity.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.

The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
Award winning
Meanwhile Back on Earth…
Oliver Jeffers, 2022
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey through space and contrasting human conflicts.
Enhances understanding of global perspectives and history.
Encourages empathy and peaceful conflict resolution.
Intricate illustrations complement rich storytelling.
