Top-rated books by John Stidworthy
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Age: 0-10
Books like John Stidworthy’s
The Sun Never Hurries
Roxane Turcotte, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through vibrant, engaging storytelling.
Supports understanding of time, patience, and natural processes.
Strengthens reading skills with rhythmic, easy-to-follow text.
Offers a comforting, reassuring narrative for young readers.

The Sun Never Hurries
Roxane Turcotte, 2024
Award winning
Only in Florida (The 50 States)
Heather Alexander, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Explore unique facts about Florida's history and wildlife.
Engaging illustrations captivate young readers' attention.
Encourages geographic knowledge and cultural awareness.
Perfect for enhancing state-specific education.

Only in Florida (The 50 States)
Heather Alexander, 2024
Award winning
You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires confidence and ambition in young readers.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and creativity.
Colorful illustrations to captivate and engage children.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

You Will Do Great Things
Amerie, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.

Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.

The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, 2024
36 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and care for the environment.
Engaging and beautiful illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, 2024
Award winning
Small Places, Close to Home
Deborah Hopkinson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores local adventures with captivating stories.
Features characters displaying resilience and creativity.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of surroundings.
Ideal for enhancing geographic and social awareness.
