Top-rated books by Josephine Southon
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Award winning
One Grumpy Day
M Christina Butler, Tina Macnaughton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a charming, relatable narrative.
Enhances emotional recognition and empathy development.
Supports early literacy and comprehension skills.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.
One Grumpy Day
M Christina Butler, Tina Macnaughton, 2022
Award winning
Natalie Portman's Fables
Natalie Portman, Janna Mattia, Macmillan Audio, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Modern twist to timeless tales, enhancing appeal.
Focuses on empathy and kindness through stories.
Encouraging gender equality within familiar narratives.
Suitable for shared reading, fostering family bonds.
Natalie Portman's Fables
Natalie Portman, Janna Mattia, Macmillan Audio, 2020
Award winning
I Love You Little One
Holly Surplice, 2018
26 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story celebrating love and kinship.
Engaging, rhyming text ideal for early readers.
Beautiful, vibrant illustrations captivate young minds.
Encourages bonding through shared reading sessions.
I Love You Little One
Holly Surplice, 2018
The Worst Class in the World: Animal Uproar
Joanna Nadin, Rikin Parekh, 2024
Why to read
Chaotic fun, engaging children with humor and adventure.
Encourages teamwork and creative solution finding.
Characters display growth and learning from mistakes.
Enhances reading enjoyment and literary engagement.
The Worst Class in the World: Animal Uproar
Joanna Nadin, Rikin Parekh, 2024
Award winning
The Whisperer
Nick Butterworth, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale promotes creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills with intriguing plot twists.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Whisperer
Nick Butterworth, 2004
The Secret Plan
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Clever story of teamwork and strategy.
Engaging visuals stimulate imagination and comprehension.
Encourages resilience and creative solution finding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Secret Plan
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2009
Award winning
Jasper and Scruff: Take A Bow
Nicola Colton, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages creativity and self-expression.
Builds confidence through performing arts themes.
Delightful illustrations enhance storytelling.
Jasper and Scruff: Take A Bow
Nicola Colton, 2021
Award winning
Under the Great Plum Tree
Sufiya Ahmed, Reza Dalvand, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Rich, vibrant illustrations captivate young readers' attention.
Folk tale from India introduces diverse cultural perspectives.
Themes of friendship, trust, and redemption resonate deeply.
Encourages moral development and empathy in children.
