Top-rated books by Joanne Lew-Vriethoff
Books like Joanne Lew-Vriethoff’s
Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional awareness through accessible storytelling.
Encourages resilience and coping with diverse daily experiences.
Supports emotional development and empathy in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
Award winning
Ida, Always
Caron Levis, Charles Santoso, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship, loss, and coping.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Beautiful, expressive illustrations complement the touching narrative.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion with parents.

Ida, Always
Caron Levis, Charles Santoso, 2016
Award winning
Sometimes Rain
Meg Fleming, Diana Sudyka, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the joy and beauty of the changing seasons.
Encourages exploration of nature through vivid, poetic language.
Supports understanding of weather patterns and natural cycles.
Enhances emotional resilience by appreciating life's simple pleasures.

Sometimes Rain
Meg Fleming, Diana Sudyka, 2018
Camping Out (Boy's Rule!)
Felice Arena, Phil Kettle, 2003
44 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story enhances problem-solving skills. Engaging narrative fosters a love for reading. Relatable characters build emotional intelligence. Perfect for enhancing parent-child bonding through storytelling.

Camping Out (Boy's Rule!)
Felice Arena, Phil Kettle, 2003
Award winning
Children of the Forest
Matt Myers, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate children's visual learning.
Encourages an appreciation for nature and environmental stewardship.
Strengthens empathy through diverse character interactions.
Engaging narrative fosters a love for adventure and exploration.

Children of the Forest
Matt Myers, 2022
Sweets
Sylvia Van Ommen, Neal Hoskins, 2002
52 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through delightful, sweet-themed adventures.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young readers.
Simple, captivating narrative ideal for early development stages.
Bright, colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.

Sweets
Sylvia Van Ommen, Neal Hoskins, 2002
Bounce
Philip R. Harrison, Woody, Vince Wartan, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with thrilling, high-energy storytelling.
Characters show resilience and creative problem-solving.
Encourages physical activity through story-inspired play.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.

Bounce
Philip R. Harrison, Woody, Vince Wartan, 2015
Award winning
See You Someday Soon
Pat Zietlow Miller, Suzy Lee, Macmillan Audio, Suzy Lee - illustrator, Katharine Chin, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Captures the beauty of hope and waiting.
Strengthens understanding of time and patience.
Encourages emotional resilience in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement heartwarming narrative.
