Top-rated books by Kari Lavelle
Books like Kari Lavelle’s
Award winning
Frank and Bert
Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights friendship dynamics and emotional growth.
Stimulates empathy and understanding through relatable storytelling.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.

Frank and Bert
Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, 2022
Award winning
The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork, great for young minds.
Enhances vocabulary and cognitive skills through engaging narrative.
Addresses handling emotions and conflict resolution positively.

The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Unleashes creativity with captivating giant monster adventures.
Fosters emotional growth through Anzu's character development.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse creatures.
Ideal for boosting literacy and engagement in young readers.

Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
Award winning
Kid Engineer: Intro to Engineering
Marc Chamberlain, 2023
47 pages
Why to read
Introduces basic engineering concepts through fun stories.
Encourages problem-solving and innovative thinking.
Inspires young minds to explore STEM fields.
Engaging and interactive content for budding engineers.

Kid Engineer: Intro to Engineering
Marc Chamberlain, 2023
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous narrative.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances curiosity and deductive reasoning.
Enjoyable, interactive reading journey.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, thoughtful narratives.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Provides cozy, bonding moments for parents and children.

Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
Award winning
A Good Place
Lucy Cousins, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, visually engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages exploration of environmental themes and friendship.
Supports language development and early reading skills.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions with children.
