Top-rated books by Jean Slaughter Doty
Summer Pony
Age: 5-8
Books like Jean Slaughter Doty’s
Award winning
Joe and the Lightning Pony: Book 2 (The Horseshoe Trilogy)
Victoria Eveleigh, 2013
177 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure, fosters courage and resilience.
Explores emotional growth through relatable equine companions.
Strengthens literacy with engaging narrative style.
Encourages empathy and responsible decision-making.
Joe and the Lightning Pony: Book 2 (The Horseshoe Trilogy)
Victoria Eveleigh, 2013
Love Is My Favourite Thing: A Plumdog Story
Emma Chichester Clark, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases importance of love and relationships.
Illustrates emotional expression and resolution.
Engages children with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Love Is My Favourite Thing: A Plumdog Story
Emma Chichester Clark, 2014
Award winning
Little Ellie Learns to Respect
Kendrick Malone, Marriana Malone, Princess Malone, Jamille Malone II, Jamaar Malone, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches respect through engaging, relatable storyline.
Fosters empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages positive behavior through charming characters.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.
Little Ellie Learns to Respect
Kendrick Malone, Marriana Malone, Princess Malone, Jamille Malone II, Jamaar Malone, 2023
Award winning
Charlotte and the White Horse
Ruth Krauss, Maurice Sendak, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship and adventure.
Cultivates empathy and emotional understanding.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Beautiful, poetic language enhances vocabulary.
Charlotte and the White Horse
Ruth Krauss, Maurice Sendak, 2001
Award winning
A Horse in the Living Room
Ram Kushnir, Hiruni Kariyawasam, 2022
46 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline to enhance child's imagination and creativity.
Characters exhibit teamwork, resolving issues constructively together.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Supports language development and cognitive growth in young readers.
A Horse in the Living Room
Ram Kushnir, Hiruni Kariyawasam, 2022
A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of friendship and discovery.
Enhances cognitive development through engaging narrative.
Strengthens vocabulary with simple, impactful language.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
Award winning
Carl at the Dog Show
Alexandra Day, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Captures adventurous spirit of friendship and curiosity.
Fosters empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Encourages independence and confidence in young readers.
Delightful illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Carl at the Dog Show
Alexandra Day, 2012
Award winning
FOX & THE GHOST KING- NOT-U_HB
Michael Morpurgo, 2016
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging story intertwines history and fantasy.
Encourages teamwork and perseverance.
Inspires interest in history and archaeology.
Suitable for family reading and discussion.
