Top-rated books by Jim Weiss
Books like Jim Weiss’s
Award winning
Backyard
Donald M. Silver, Patricia Wynne, 1993
32 pages
Why to read
Explores rich, interactive backyard ecosystems.
Encourages curiosity and scientific inquiry in children.
Supports understanding of biology and environmental science.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

Backyard
Donald M. Silver, Patricia Wynne, 1993
Award winning
Spirits, Fairies, and Merpeople: Native Stories of Other Worlds
C.J. Taylor, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Explores rich Native American folklore and traditions.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates imagination with mystical beings and worlds.
Supports moral development through storytelling.

Spirits, Fairies, and Merpeople: Native Stories of Other Worlds
C.J. Taylor, 2009
Award winning
I Am NOT a Dinosaur!
Will Lach, Jonny Lambert, American Museum of Natural History, Dr. Mark A. Norell, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Explores intriguing prehistoric animals, not just dinosaurs.
Engaging storytelling sparks curiosity and learning.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual stimulation.
Supports development of scientific thinking and categorization skills.

I Am NOT a Dinosaur!
Will Lach, Jonny Lambert, American Museum of Natural History, Dr. Mark A. Norell, 2016
By Todd Dunn We Go Together! (Brdbk)
Todd Dunn, Miki Sakamoto, 2013
22 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendships and teamwork.
Simple, engaging language for young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate children's attention.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.

By Todd Dunn We Go Together! (Brdbk)
Todd Dunn, Miki Sakamoto, 2013
Award winning
The Extraordinary Mark Twain (According to Susy)
Barbara Kerley, Edwin Fotheringham, 2010
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging biography through his daughter Susy's perspective.
Captures Mark Twain's humor and wit vividly.
Encourages historical interest and literary appreciation.
Enhances understanding of family dynamics and support.

The Extraordinary Mark Twain (According to Susy)
Barbara Kerley, Edwin Fotheringham, 2010
Award winning
What's Under the Bed
Joe Fenton, Rosie Greening, 2008
29 pages
Why to read
Illustrates overcoming fears through creativity, bravery.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Supports language development, builds vocabulary.

What's Under the Bed
Joe Fenton, Rosie Greening, 2008
Award winning
The Very First Americans (Grosset & Dunlap All Aboard Book)
Cara Ashrose, Bryna Waldman, 1993
32 pages
Why to read
Rich, educational insight into Native American cultures.
Engaging, simple prose appropriate for young readers.
Encourages respect and understanding of diverse histories.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.

The Very First Americans (Grosset & Dunlap All Aboard Book)
Cara Ashrose, Bryna Waldman, 1993
The Ultimate Guide to Growing Dragons
Andy Shepherd, Sara Ogilvie, 2022
300 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through magical dragon-growing adventures.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Relatable young protagonists inspire empathy and connection.
Combines excitement with learning, perfect for young readers.
