Top-rated books by Kathy Goodwin
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Award winning
Molly and the Runaway Trolley
Ashley Bartley, Brian Martin, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure spurs curiosity and critical thinking.
Characters embody resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fosters empathy and cooperation among young readers.
Ideal blend of fun and educational content.

Molly and the Runaway Trolley
Ashley Bartley, Brian Martin, 2023
Award winning
The Great Stroller Adventure
Denis Markell, Melissa Iwai, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates young readers' imaginations.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, enhancing social development.
Encourages creative problem solving and independence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Great Stroller Adventure
Denis Markell, Melissa Iwai, 2004
Award winning
A Home Can Be. . .: A Children's Rhyming Book About Different Homes & Habitats
Stephanie Seidler, Anastasia Sikilinda, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse homes and habitats globally.
Engages children with rhythmic, rhyming text.
Encourages appreciation for environmental diversity.
Vibrant illustrations capture young imaginations.

A Home Can Be. . .: A Children's Rhyming Book About Different Homes & Habitats
Stephanie Seidler, Anastasia Sikilinda, 2023
Award winning
Bud
Kevin O'malley, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure tale caplivating young readers’ interests.
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creativity and self-expression.
Supports development stages, boosting literacy and focus.

Bud
Kevin O'malley, 2000
Being Impossible
Hiawyn Oram, 2008
256 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming personal challenges.
Supports understanding of diverse perspectives and empathy.
Stimulates curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Being Impossible
Hiawyn Oram, 2008
Award winning
George
Michael Coleman, 2000
123 pages
Why to read
Promotes self-acceptance and personal discovery.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Inspires confidence in personal identity exploration.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.

George
Michael Coleman, 2000
Award winning
Doris
Sarah Jacoby, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, whimsical story sparks children’s creativity.
Relatable protagonist encourages empathy and understanding.
Encourages critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Warm illustrations complement nurturing narrative.

Doris
Sarah Jacoby, 2023
Award winning
A Place to Talk Outside
Elizabeth Jarman, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor play and exploration.
Supports language development and communication skills.
Fosters creativity and independent thinking.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
