Top-rated books by Kristen Balouch
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Hug?
Charlene Chua, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding of emotions and empathy.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Simple, repetitive text supports early reading skills.
Fosters parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Hug?
Charlene Chua, 2020
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Little Blue Truck's Valentine
Alice Schertle, Jill McElmurry, 2020
20 pages
Why to read
Teaches value of friendship through engaging narrative.
Enhances emotional development and empathy.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Interactive storyline promotes participative reading.
Little Blue Truck's Valentine
Alice Schertle, Jill McElmurry, 2020
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Nipper the Noisy Puppy (Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales)
Jenny Dale, 1999
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating story of Nipper, a playful, noisy puppy.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable puppy antics.
Enhances listening skills and attention to detail.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Nipper the Noisy Puppy (Jenny Dale's Puppy Tales)
Jenny Dale, 1999
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Bathroom Boogie
Clare Foges, Al Murphy, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Fun, rhythmic story sparks imagination and joy.
Vibrant illustrations engage young readers visually.
Encourages language development through catchy rhymes.
Suitable for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Bathroom Boogie
Clare Foges, Al Murphy, 2017
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The Enchanted Forest Capers
Lori Degman, Victoria Tentler-Krylov, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters teach valuable lessons on teamwork and friendship.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Enchanted Forest Capers
Lori Degman, Victoria Tentler-Krylov, 2019
Is That You, Little Puppy?
Ladybird Books, Deborah Hembrook, Rob Hodgson, 2022
8 pages
Why to read
Engages toddlers with playful hide-and-seek storytelling.
Enhances recognition skills through repetitive phrasing.
Supports emotional development with charming animal characters.
Encourages interactive reading between parents and children.
Is That You, Little Puppy?
Ladybird Books, Deborah Hembrook, Rob Hodgson, 2022
Award winning
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
36 pages
Why to read
Explores dynamic interactions among diverse animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding of ecological roles.
Stimulating visual storytelling enhances cognitive development.
Supports vocabulary expansion and factual knowledge acquisition.
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
Award winning
Pigeon P.I.
Meg Mclaren, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging detective story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Vibrant illustrations enhance visual perception and interest.
Encourages analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Fun read-aloud book for family bonding time.
