Top-rated books by Jess Racklyeft
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Award winning
Cub's Big World
Sarah L. Thomson, Joe Cepeda, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Explores adventure, independence, and curiosity themes.
Encourages exploration and self-discovery in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing the Arctic setting vividly.
Supports language development and cognitive growth.

Cub's Big World
Sarah L. Thomson, Joe Cepeda, 2013
Award winning
Duckie's Ducklings
Frances Barry, 2005
29 pages
Why to read
Charming tale enhances emotional and social development.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages counting skills through delightful storytelling.
Supports parent-child bonding during read-aloud sessions.

Duckie's Ducklings
Frances Barry, 2005
Award winning
Spectacular Spots
Susan Stockdale, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly illustrated exploration of patterns in nature.
Enhances observation skills and appreciation for biodiversity.
Simple, rhythmic text suitable for early readers.
Encourages curiosity about science and the natural world.

Spectacular Spots
Susan Stockdale, 2015
Award winning
Bird, Butterfly, Eel
James Prosek, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates nature's cycles through migration and seasons.
Enhances understanding of ecology and biodiversity.
Supports emotional development with a gentle narrative.
Visually engaging watercolor illustrations.

Bird, Butterfly, Eel
James Prosek, 2007
Award winning
The Rainforest Grew All Around (Arbordale Collection)
Susan K. Mitchell, Connie McLennan, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, educational journey through the rainforest ecosystem.
Encourages environmental awareness and appreciation.
Supports understanding of biodiversity and conservation.
Engaging rhyme scheme enhances reading fluency.

The Rainforest Grew All Around (Arbordale Collection)
Susan K. Mitchell, Connie McLennan, 2007
Award winning
Bird Builds a Nest: A Science Storybook about Forces (Science Storybooks)
Martin Jenkins, Richard Jones, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explores basic physics through engaging storytelling.
Teaches force and motion in an accessible way.
Encourages scientific curiosity and exploration.
Bright illustrations captivate and educate young readers.

Bird Builds a Nest: A Science Storybook about Forces (Science Storybooks)
Martin Jenkins, Richard Jones, 2021
Award winning
Count Down to Fall (Arbordale Collection)
Fran Hawk, Sherry Neidigh, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches counting through vibrant, seasonal illustrations.
Explores the beauty of autumn, engaging young minds.
Enhances number recognition and sequencing skills.
Encourages curiosity about nature and changing seasons.

Count Down to Fall (Arbordale Collection)
Fran Hawk, Sherry Neidigh, 2009
Award winning
The Worm Family
Johnston Tony, Stacy Innerst, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and uniqueness within families.
Encourages resilience in overcoming life's challenges.
Enhances understanding of acceptance and belonging.
Delightful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
