Top-rated books by Josephine Southon
Books like Josephine Southon’s
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MISSING! A Cat Called Buster (Rainbow Street Shelter)
Wendy Orr, Susan Boase, 2015
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline promotes empathy and emotional understanding.
Rich illustrations boost creativity and visual learning.
Reinforces the values of responsibility and compassion.

MISSING! A Cat Called Buster (Rainbow Street Shelter)
Wendy Orr, Susan Boase, 2015
Award winning
Catch That Egg!
Lucy Rowland, Anna Chernyshova, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Lively, engaging tale boosts problem-solving skills.
Characters model teamwork, resilience to young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and maintain attention.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Catch That Egg!
Lucy Rowland, Anna Chernyshova, 2018
Award winning
Chicken And Cat
Sara Varon, 2006
40 pages
Why to read
Charming tale enhancing empathy and friendship understanding.
Simple, engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Encourages emotional development and social skills.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.

Chicken And Cat
Sara Varon, 2006
Award winning
Duck and Hen
Joy Cowley, Tony Stoddard, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical adventure of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages emotional and social development.
Simple language supports early reading skills.
Engaging story fosters family reading time.

Duck and Hen
Joy Cowley, Tony Stoddard, 1996
The Naughty Mice
Andy Langley, Andrew Langley, John Collins, 1992
10 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of teamwork and problem-solving.
Characters demonstrate consequences of actions.
Engages kids with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Naughty Mice
Andy Langley, Andrew Langley, John Collins, 1992
The Scruffs
Hannah Shaw, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, whimsical illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and family bonding themes.
Enhances young readers’ comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Captivating adventure keeps children engaged and excited.

The Scruffs
Hannah Shaw, 2017
Award winning
It's a Dog-Eat-Dog World (McGrowl, No. 5)
Bob Balaban, 2004
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enriches creative thinking.
Characters model friendship and loyalty.
Encourages problem-solving skills in young readers.
Fun, age-appropriate humor.

It's a Dog-Eat-Dog World (McGrowl, No. 5)
Bob Balaban, 2004
The Taming of Lola: A Shrew Story
Ellen Weiss, Jerry Smath, Bryan Rennie, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding in relationships.
Lively and engaging narrative style.
Suitable for developing emotional intelligence in children.
