Top-rated books by Kelly Lenihan
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Age: 0-7
Books like Kelly Lenihan’s
A True Spell and a Dangerous (Cambridge Reading)
Susan Price, 1998
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure enhances imaginative thinking.
Characters face challenges, promoting problem-solving skills.
Storyline fosters empathy and understanding among readers.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
A True Spell and a Dangerous (Cambridge Reading)
Susan Price, 1998
Award winning
Stop Arguing! (Little Birdie Readers)
Gladys Moreta, Bob Reese, 2011
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches conflict resolution through engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Stop Arguing! (Little Birdie Readers)
Gladys Moreta, Bob Reese, 2011
Lucy and the Firestone (Starters)
Polly Dunbar, Polly Dunbar June Crebbin June Crebbin, June Crebbin, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with adventurous, magical storyline.
Characters exemplify teamwork, courage, and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Fun, engaging read for early readers.
Lucy and the Firestone (Starters)
Polly Dunbar, Polly Dunbar June Crebbin June Crebbin, June Crebbin, 2004
Award winning
The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams
Shane Hegarty, Jeff Crowther, 2022
Why to read
Fosters creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Enhances problem-solving skills with engaging plot twists.
Builds empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading time.
The Shop of Impossible Ice Creams
Shane Hegarty, Jeff Crowther, 2022
Award winning
Daddies and Baddies
Mat Waugh, Graham Evans, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging storyline fosters joy in shared reading moments.
Characters demonstrate resilience and inventive problem-solving skills.
Encourages understanding of accountability and consequence.
Illustrations complement text, enhancing comprehension and retention.
Daddies and Baddies
Mat Waugh, Graham Evans, 2019
Fighting (Let's Talk About Series)
Joy Wilt Berry, Joy Berry, 1983
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses conflict resolution in kid-friendly language.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Offers practical solutions for common childhood disputes.
Supports emotional and social development.
Fighting (Let's Talk About Series)
Joy Wilt Berry, Joy Berry, 1983
The Water Tales: Ten Life Lessons from My Water Buddy and Family
Michele Wise Wright, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales teach life lessons through aquatic adventures.
Builds empathy and emotional awareness in young readers.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
Supports early literacy and language development skills.
The Water Tales: Ten Life Lessons from My Water Buddy and Family
Michele Wise Wright, 2020
Award winning
That's Mine!
Sumana Seeboruth, Ashleigh Corrin, 2022
26 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of sharing and friendship.
Engaging, colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
