Top-rated books by Kate Merritt
My First Rhymes
Age: 0-3
Santa's Playhouse
Age: 3-7
Books like Kate Merritt’s
Award winning
Cleo's Alphabet Book
Caroline Mockford, Stella Blackstone, 2007
26 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Introduces alphabet in a fun, memorable way.
Enhances letter recognition and vocabulary growth.
Encourages early literacy skills development.
Cleo's Alphabet Book
Caroline Mockford, Stella Blackstone, 2007
Award winning
Orange
Amanda Doering Tourville, Drew Temperante, Amanda Doering, Glenn Thomas, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Colorful journey promotes exploration and creativity.
Engaging story fosters emotional development.
Simple language perfect for early readers.
Encourages color recognition and vocabulary growth.
Orange
Amanda Doering Tourville, Drew Temperante, Amanda Doering, Glenn Thomas, 2018
Award winning
Stories To Share
Tiger Tales, Claire Freedman, Angela Mcallister, A. H. Benjamin, Kathryn White, Elizabeth Baguley, 2015
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales fostering imagination and emotional development.
Features relatable characters, enhancing empathy among young readers.
Encourages language skills through repetitive, rhythmic phrasing.
Perfect for bedtime stories and family bonding time.
Stories To Share
Tiger Tales, Claire Freedman, Angela Mcallister, A. H. Benjamin, Kathryn White, Elizabeth Baguley, 2015
Award winning
The Secret Kingdom
Michele Bledsoe, Richard Bledsoe, 2013
34 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, imaginative storytelling.
Encourages emotional development with relatable, diverse characters.
Supports problem-solving skills with engaging plot twists.
Strengthens reading habits in a fun, captivating way.
The Secret Kingdom
Michele Bledsoe, Richard Bledsoe, 2013
Award winning
Mondays at Monster School (Early Reader Book 80)
Ruth Symes, Ruth Louise Symes, Rosie Reeve, 2005
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and overcoming fears.
Stimulates empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
Simple language tailored for early readers.
Encourages enthusiasm for school and learning.
Mondays at Monster School (Early Reader Book 80)
Ruth Symes, Ruth Louise Symes, Rosie Reeve, 2005
Award winning
Little Star: Book and Necklace
Mary Packard, Carolyn Croll, 1995
24 pages
Why to read
Includes charming necklace, enhancing interactive reading experience.
Stimulates imagination with colorful, enchanting illustrations.
Encourages values of friendship and sharing.
Ideal for cooperative reading sessions between parents and children.
Little Star: Book and Necklace
Mary Packard, Carolyn Croll, 1995
Day of Rhymes
Sarah Pooley, 1987
144 pages
Why to read
Rhymes enhance phonetic awareness and reading skills.
Creative storytelling sparks imagination and cognitive growth.
Engaging, rhythmic narrative fosters language development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Day of Rhymes
Sarah Pooley, 1987
Princes and Princesses
Christopher Rawson, c-j-rawson, 1980
32 pages
Why to read
Explores royalty themes, enhancing global cultural awareness.
Encourages gender equality through diverse prince and princess roles.
Strengthens vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Supports social-emotional development via relatable scenarios.
