Top-rated books by Jean Richards
Books like Jean Richards’s
Award winning
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
100 pages
Why to read
Captures pioneering spirit and historical American lifestyle.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character development.
Supports understanding of familial and societal roles.
Engages young readers with vivid, descriptive storytelling.

The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.

How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Alice In Wonderland / Through The Looking Glass
Lewis Carroll, 2018
312 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Develops language skills with playful wordplay.
Fosters curiosity and exploration of self-identity.
Invites interaction with complex, fantastical worlds.

Alice In Wonderland / Through The Looking Glass
Lewis Carroll, 2018
Award winning
Knight Owl
Christopher Denise, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Heroic owl character inspires courage and confidence.
Engages young minds with captivating medieval adventure.
Strengthens reading skills through vivid, exciting narrative.
Encourages creative thinking and resilience.

Knight Owl
Christopher Denise, 2022
Award winning
My Fade Is Fresh
Shauntay Grant, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and self-expression.
Enhances language skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages creativity and confidence in young readers.
Supports emotional and social growth.

My Fade Is Fresh
Shauntay Grant, 2022
Award winning
The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates self-discovery and intellectual curiosity.
Encourages self-confidence through engaging storytelling.
Supports emotional development and perseverance.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

The Smart Cookie
Jory John, 2021
Award winning
Our Day of the Dead Celebration
Ana Aranda, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural significance of Day of the Dead.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.

Our Day of the Dead Celebration
Ana Aranda, 2022
Award winning
Eyes That Kiss in the Corners
Joanna Ho, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and self-acceptance.
Stunning illustrations enhance the storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of one's heritage.
Strengthens self-esteem in young readers.
