Top-rated books by Kate Leake
The Very Messy Mermaid
Age: 3-7
Books like Kate Leake’s
Award winning
Old Oak and Little Pumpkin
Linda Bryce, Lloyd J Short, Nolan Moore, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Encourages friendship through relatable woodland characters.
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, engaging illustrations.
Teaches values like kindness and cooperation.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading time.

Old Oak and Little Pumpkin
Linda Bryce, Lloyd J Short, Nolan Moore, 2022
Move, Mr Mountain!
Francesca Sanna, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming obstacles.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, dynamic illustrations.
Engages young readers in interactive storytelling.
Boosts empathy through character challenges.

Move, Mr Mountain!
Francesca Sanna, 2021
Award winning
Gregory the Green
Sheila McCullagh, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to early reading skills through engaging fantasy stories.
Features relatable characters that help young readers explore themes of friendship and adventure.
Encourages imagination and creativity with its magical setting and plot.
Written by Sheila McCullagh, an experienced author known for creating captivating children's literature.

Gregory the Green
Sheila McCullagh, 2004
Award winning
Pumpkins!: A My Incredible World Picture Book for Children
Hope Aicher, My Incredible World, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations capture children’s attention and imagination.
Simple text aids early reading skills development.
Explores pumpkin life cycle, promoting scientific curiosity.
Encourages outdoor exploration and learning.

Pumpkins!: A My Incredible World Picture Book for Children
Hope Aicher, My Incredible World, 2023
Hubert and the Apple Tree (A Michael Neugebauer Book)
Bruno Hächler, Teora USA, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Explores themes of persistence and problem-solving.
Encourages outdoor exploration and appreciation of nature.
Supports language development and narrative skills.

Hubert and the Apple Tree (A Michael Neugebauer Book)
Bruno Hächler, Teora USA, 2008
Award winning
Jill and Jake - Day at the Lake
Nicole Lenz, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story that stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters display teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language and rhymes.
Ideal for fostering a love for nature and outdoors.

Jill and Jake - Day at the Lake
Nicole Lenz, 2023
Award winning
Sophie Solves the Narwhal's Wish
Ashley McAllister, Terry McNerney, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with magical underwater adventure.
Strengthens critical thinking through Sophie’s intriguing challenges.
Delightful, relatable characters enhance connection and empathy.
Encourages shared reading, bonding over whimsical tales.

Sophie Solves the Narwhal's Wish
Ashley McAllister, Terry McNerney, 2023
Award winning
Dino Rhymes - The Jurassic Adventure: Enter the World of Dinosaurs
Alexa Kastro, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure into the prehistoric dinosaur world.
Enhances vocabulary with rhyming and rhythmic language.
Stimulates curiosity and knowledge about ancient creatures.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
