Top-rated books by Judy Balchin
Step-by-Step Paper Mache
Age: 7-8
Books like Judy Balchin’s
Award winning
Adventures of Patty and the Big Red Bus
Meghan Mccarthy, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey, sparking imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach teamwork, empathy, and resilience.
Enhances cognitive skills through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Adventures of Patty and the Big Red Bus
Meghan Mccarthy, 2005
Making Puppets
Moira Butterfield, 1994
48 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with hands-on puppet-making activities.
Enhances fine motor skills and artistic expression.
Encourages storytelling and boosts communication skills.
Interactive read for family bonding time.
Making Puppets
Moira Butterfield, 1994
Fun Projects for Kids
Judith F. Neal, 1983
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through engaging, hands-on activities.
Supports cognitive development with diverse project ideas.
Enhances fine motor skills and critical thinking.
Inspires teamwork and social interaction among kids.
Fun Projects for Kids
Judith F. Neal, 1983
Award winning
Reading Champion : Play With Me Independent Reading Pink 1A
Barrie Wade, Hannah Wood, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters early literacy and language development.
Engages young readers with playful, interactive storytelling.
Builds confidence in new readers, nurturing independence.
Encourages empathy and social skills through character interactions.
Reading Champion : Play With Me Independent Reading Pink 1A
Barrie Wade, Hannah Wood, 2018
Award winning
Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through traditional Japanese sewing art.
Encourages perseverance and attention to detail.
Strengthens cultural awareness and appreciation.
Supports development in fine motor skills.
Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida, 2024
Award winning
Shout, Show And Tell! (Green Bananas Level 1)
Kate Agnew, Lydia Monks, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Fosters early literacy and communication skills.
Supports social and emotional development.
Encourages expression and confidence in young readers.
Bright, engaging illustrations enhance understanding.
Shout, Show And Tell! (Green Bananas Level 1)
Kate Agnew, Lydia Monks, 2004
Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, Mimi Ahn, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creativity through interactive storytelling.
Fosters emotional and social development.
Ideal for early readers, engaging and fun.
Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, Mimi Ahn, 2004
Things to Make and Do for Mums
Rebecca Gilpin, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity with hands-on activities.
Strengthens mother-child bonding through shared projects.
Supports development of fine motor skills.
Encourages following instructions and enhances focus.
