Top-rated books by Jennifer Cook
Books like Jennifer Cook’s
Award winning
Don't Call Me Special: A First Look at Disability
Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes understanding and acceptance of disabilities.
Encourages empathy and inclusivity among young readers.
Educational content aligned with developmental psychology.
Warm, reassuring tone for parental concerns.
Don't Call Me Special: A First Look at Disability
Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker, 2001
I Am, You Are: Let's Talk About Disability, Individuality and Empowerment
Ashley Harris Whaley, Hannah Wood, Ananya Rao-Middleton, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Empowers children through diverse and inclusive narratives.
Enhances social awareness and empathy in young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in social-emotional learning.
I Am, You Are: Let's Talk About Disability, Individuality and Empowerment
Ashley Harris Whaley, Hannah Wood, Ananya Rao-Middleton, 2024
Award winning
We're Amazing, 1, 2, 3! (Sesame Street)
Leslie Kimmelman, Mary Beth Nelson, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and friendship on Sesame Street.
Engages kids with familiar, beloved characters.
Supports understanding of autism through story.
Encourages acceptance and empathy in children.
We're Amazing, 1, 2, 3! (Sesame Street)
Leslie Kimmelman, Mary Beth Nelson, 2017
Award winning
Bat and the Waiting Game
Elana K. Arnold, Charles Santoso, 2018
208 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of patience and friendship.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports development of communication skills.
Encourages resilience through engaging narrative.
Bat and the Waiting Game
Elana K. Arnold, Charles Santoso, 2018
Award winning
Harley the Hero
Peggy Collins, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires bravery and courage in everyday situations.
Features a canine hero, appealing to animal lovers.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports literacy skills through engaging storytelling.
Harley the Hero
Peggy Collins, 2021
Katy
Jacqueline Wilson, Madeleine Leslay, 2015
480 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of resilience and personal growth.
Engaging storyline fosters empathy and understanding.
Strengthens reading skills and emotional intelligence.
Encourages perseverance through life's challenges.
Katy
Jacqueline Wilson, Madeleine Leslay, 2015
Award winning
Get Ready for Second Grade, Amber Brown
Paula Danziger, Tony Ross, Paula Danzinger, Dana Lubotsky, Live Oak Media, 2002
48 pages
Why to read
Captures first-day-of-school excitement and anxiety.
Highlights friendship and classroom community importance.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Engages young readers with humor and warmth.
Get Ready for Second Grade, Amber Brown
Paula Danziger, Tony Ross, Paula Danzinger, Dana Lubotsky, Live Oak Media, 2002
Award winning
Everybody, Always for Kids
Bob Goff, Lindsey Goff Viducich, Diane Le Feyer, 2021
208 pages
Why to read
Teaches kindness through captivating, relatable stories.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading with family.
