Top-rated books by Jean Van Leeuwen
Books like Jean Van Leeuwen’s
Award winning
Girl, You Can Do Anything: Ignite Her Inner Strength Through Inspiring Stories of Courage, Confidence, Determination, and Friendship
Hayden Fox, Zahra Hayden, 2023
125 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with courage, confidence, and determination.
Highlights meaningful friendships and supportive relationships.
Inspires with stories of real and fictional heroines.
Fosters resilience and positive self-image in young readers.
Girl, You Can Do Anything: Ignite Her Inner Strength Through Inspiring Stories of Courage, Confidence, Determination, and Friendship
Hayden Fox, Zahra Hayden, 2023
Award winning
The Fourth Grade Plan: Trusting God Even When Things Are Out Of Our Control
Katie Robinson, Samantha Slezak, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Encourages trust and faith during challenging situations.
Highlights resilience and adaptability in unforeseen circumstances.
Supports spiritual growth and personal development.
Ideal for family discussions on trusting God.
The Fourth Grade Plan: Trusting God Even When Things Are Out Of Our Control
Katie Robinson, Samantha Slezak, 2023
Award winning
Luna Heartstrong & the Spectacular Supernova
Lyra Brave, 2023
65 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks imagination and curiosity.
Luna Heartstrong inspires resilience and bravery.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Promotes values of friendship and teamwork.
Luna Heartstrong & the Spectacular Supernova
Lyra Brave, 2023
King Rat (Collins Red Storybooks)
Bernard Ashley, 1998
91 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship and loyalty.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Illustrates consequences of actions in an engaging way.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonds.
King Rat (Collins Red Storybooks)
Bernard Ashley, 1998
Award winning
The Windy Hill
Cornelia Meigs, 1921
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enriches imagination and cognitive development.
Characters illustrate resilience and problem-solving skills.
Strengthens emotional understanding and empathy.
Supports language skills through rich, descriptive narrative.
The Windy Hill
Cornelia Meigs, 1921
Sideways Stories from Wayside School
Louis Sachar, Julie Brinckloe, Adam McCauley, 1978
128 pages
Why to read
Engages with quirky, unexpected storytelling.
Enhances creativity and abstract thinking skills.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Sideways Stories from Wayside School
Louis Sachar, Julie Brinckloe, Adam McCauley, 1978
Award winning
Oh, Brother!
Nikki Grimes, Mike Benny, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrate sibling relationships and emotional understanding.
Encourages empathy and sharing through engaging narrative.
Stimulates young readers' imaginations and vocabulary growth.
Warm illustrations complement the story's heartfelt message.
Oh, Brother!
Nikki Grimes, Mike Benny, 2007
Award winning
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
205 pages
Why to read
Combats childhood fears with humor and bravery.
Encourages resilience and self-confidence in young readers.
Stimulates imagination through engaging adventures.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
