Top-rated books by Karen Beaumont
Being Friends
Age: 3-7
I Ain't Gonna Paint No More!
Age: 2-5
Books like Karen Beaumont’s
Let It Shine
Penelope Dyan, 2011
34 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression through storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Interactive illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

Let It Shine
Penelope Dyan, 2011
Award winning
Welcome to the Cypher
Khodi Dill, Awuradwoa Afful, Andrew Craig, Annick Press, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging, rhythmic storytelling.
Enhances language skills with playful rhyme schemes.
Encourages self-expression and confidence in young readers.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions in classrooms.

Welcome to the Cypher
Khodi Dill, Awuradwoa Afful, Andrew Craig, Annick Press, 2021
Award winning
The Alphabet's Alphabet
Chris Harris, Dan Santat, Little, Brown Young Readers, Katie Schorr, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Creative approach to exploring alphabet and words.
Vivid illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Fosters early literacy and language skills development.
Encourages playful learning and parental bonding.

The Alphabet's Alphabet
Chris Harris, Dan Santat, Little, Brown Young Readers, Katie Schorr, 2020
Award winning
The Bad Mood and the Stick
Lemony Snicket, Matthew Forsythe, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling ignites imagination and emotional understanding.
Encourages empathy through whimsical, relatable scenarios.
Illustrations enrich text comprehension and engagement.
Aids in recognizing and managing varied emotions.

The Bad Mood and the Stick
Lemony Snicket, Matthew Forsythe, 2017
Award winning
Katie and the Spanish Princess
James Mayhew, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters cultural awareness and appreciation through storytelling.
Boosts empathy through character interactions and friendships.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills with engaging dialogue.
Encourages artistic interest through vivid illustrations.

Katie and the Spanish Princess
James Mayhew, 2006
Award winning
Red: A Crayon's Story
Michael Hall, HarperAudio, Robin Miles, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and self-discovery through engaging illustrations.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of differences.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for discussions on identity and resilience.

Red: A Crayon's Story
Michael Hall, HarperAudio, Robin Miles, 2015
Award winning
Bats in the Band
Brian Lies, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate young readers' attention.
Encourages appreciation for music and teamwork.
Supports language development and literacy skills.
Ideal for engaging shared reading sessions.

Bats in the Band
Brian Lies, 2014
Award winning
Peterrific
Victoria Kann, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and innovation through engaging narrative.
Enhances problem-solving skills with relatable challenges.
Encourages perseverance and confidence in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading experiences between parents and children.
