Top-rated books by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff
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Award winning
Where the Pumpkins Grow: A Halloween Sing-A-Long Story For Kids
Amanda Furgiuele, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging sing-along format enhances memory and musical skills.
Colorful illustrations stimulate visual learning and creativity.
Seasonal theme introduces children to cultural traditions.
Interactive story fosters family bonding during reading time.

Where the Pumpkins Grow: A Halloween Sing-A-Long Story For Kids
Amanda Furgiuele, 2024
Award winning
Seasons Change with Seasons
Phoebe Bobae Kim, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations capture the essence of changing seasons.
Engages young minds with the rhythms of nature.
Encourages understanding of time, weather, and environmental adaptations.
Supports early learning concepts in a playful narrative.

Seasons Change with Seasons
Phoebe Bobae Kim, 2023
Award winning
Kindred Souls
Patricia Maclachlan, 2012
119 pages
Why to read
Deeply moving story about family bonds and history.
Encourages empathy, understanding of generational differences.
Simple language, perfect for young independent readers.
Supports discussions on love, loss, and heritage.

Kindred Souls
Patricia Maclachlan, 2012
Award winning
Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, Hiroe Nakata, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming shyness in a relatable way.
Encourages social confidence and interpersonal skills.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, Hiroe Nakata, 2021
Award winning
Daisy Gets Lost
Chris Raschka, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Exploration of themes like curiosity and resilience.
Vivid illustrations enhance engagement and imagination.
Encourages independence and problem-solving skills.
Simple, impactful narrative ideal for young readers.

Daisy Gets Lost
Chris Raschka, 2013
Award winning
The Duck That Was Afraid To Swim
Willie Mae Anthony, Iman Fatima, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Overcomes fear, encourages bravery and resilience.
Illustrates emotional growth through engaging storytelling.
Supports early development of empathy and understanding.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

The Duck That Was Afraid To Swim
Willie Mae Anthony, Iman Fatima, 2023
Award winning
Firefly Hollow
Alison Mcghee, Christopher Denise, 2015
291 pages
Why to read
Adventure and friendship theme encourages emotional growth.
Beautifully illustrated, enhances visual interpretation skills.
Supports understanding of friendship and bravery.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Firefly Hollow
Alison Mcghee, Christopher Denise, 2015
Award winning
Ten Creepy Monsters
Carey F. Armstrong-Ellis, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humor and suspenseful storytelling.
Captures counting concepts in a playful, accessible manner.
Illustrated monsters encourage visual literacy and creativity.
Fosters a love for reading through interactive narrative.
