Top-rated books by Joan Marie Joseph
Who Made the Stars
Age: 6-10
Books like Joan Marie Joseph’s
Award winning
Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story
Jayme Sandberg, Kathleen Gadeken, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale combines friendship with cosmic wonders.
Encourages scientific curiosity and exploration.
Highlights teamwork and problem-solving.
A perfect blend of fun and learning.
Total Solar Eclipse: A Stellar Friendship Story
Jayme Sandberg, Kathleen Gadeken, 2023
The Secret Lives of Mermaids (The Secret Lives Series)
Anuk Tola, Sangma Francis, Anja Susanj, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explores mythical creatures' culture, enhancing cultural understanding.
Encourages curiosity and learning through creative storytelling.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive language.
Engages young readers with captivating underwater adventures.
The Secret Lives of Mermaids (The Secret Lives Series)
Anuk Tola, Sangma Francis, Anja Susanj, 2021
Award winning
Tales from Beneath the Banyan Leaves
Gretchen Razner, Terri Bailey, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Captivating folklore-inspired stories enhance cultural knowledge.
Engages young readers with vivid, rich illustrations.
Encourages empathy through diverse character experiences.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structures.
Tales from Beneath the Banyan Leaves
Gretchen Razner, Terri Bailey, 2023
Award winning
Peek Inside Christmas
Anna Milbourne, Emma Allen, 2023
14 pages
Why to read
Captivating illustrations spark holiday spirit.
Interactive flaps enhance motor skills engagement.
Introduces Christmas traditions and cultural understanding.
Encourages curiosity and explorative learning.
Peek Inside Christmas
Anna Milbourne, Emma Allen, 2023
Award winning
Midnight Magic 2: Mirror Mischief
Michelle Harrison, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Intriguing magical adventure sparks curiosity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable young protagonists for children.
Encourages creative problem-solving and resilience.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Midnight Magic 2: Mirror Mischief
Michelle Harrison, 2021
Award winning
On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
312 pages
Why to read
Simplified Bible stories fostering spiritual and moral growth.
Engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imagination.
Enhances literacy with age-appropriate language.
Encourages family discussions about values and beliefs.
On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
Award winning
Playing Through the Seasons: Crunchy Leaves, Cozy Sweaters
Essie Bell, Anastasia Pronina, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the beauty of changing seasons creatively.
Encourages understanding of nature's cycles through fun stories.
Enhances vocabulary with seasonal words and descriptions.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading moments.
Playing Through the Seasons: Crunchy Leaves, Cozy Sweaters
Essie Bell, Anastasia Pronina, 2022
Award winning
Counting Cows
Woody Jackson, 1995
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story that teaches fundamental counting skills.
Bright, captivating illustrations hold children's interest.
Encourages interaction through fun counting activities.
Perfect for shared reading and early math learning.
