Top-rated books by Joanna Kenrick
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That's Not My Bat...
Fiona Watt, 2024
10 pages
Why to read
Interactive touch-and-feel design enhances sensory development.
Simple, repetitive text supports early language skills.
Bright, colorful illustrations capture young readers' attention.
Encourages curiosity and discovery in toddlers.

That's Not My Bat...
Fiona Watt, 2024
Where to Hide a Star
Oliver Jeffers, 2024
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Enhances understanding of persistence and goal-setting.
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Supports early emotional and cognitive development.

Where to Hide a Star
Oliver Jeffers, 2024
Award winning
The Littlest Voyageur
Margi Preus, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey with a charming squirrel protagonist.
Explores themes of courage, friendship, and perseverance.
Enhances knowledge of historical North American fur trade.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.

The Littlest Voyageur
Margi Preus, 2021
Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline keeps children engaged.
Highlights teamwork and cooperation skills.
Introduces wildlife conservation in an accessible manner.
Supports language development and comprehension.

Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
Award winning
The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
132 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding.
Characters exemplify resilience and teamwork.
Encourages empathy and practical problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

The Apartment House on Poppy Hill: Book 1 (Apartment House on Poppy Hill, 1)
Nina Lacour, 2023
The Bench
Jo Browning Wroe, Meghan Markle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Engages young minds with compelling, heartfelt storytelling.
Supports emotional development and resilience.
Beautifully illustrated, enhances visual literacy.

The Bench
Jo Browning Wroe, Meghan Markle, 2021
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, thoughtful narratives.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Provides cozy, bonding moments for parents and children.

Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
Award winning
Sherlock Bones and the Case of the Crown Jewels (1) (Adventures of Sherlock Bones)
Tim Collins, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Mystery-solving adventure ignites imagination and curiosity.
Introduces deductive reasoning, enhancing problem-solving skills.
Engaging characters foster emotional and social development.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content for kids.
