Top-rated books by Kristen Balouch
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Award winning
Bluey: The Pool
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, Joe Brumm, Sarah Acton, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in children.
Features relatable family dynamics, fostering emotional development.
Promotes active problem-solving through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Bluey: The Pool
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, Joe Brumm, Sarah Acton, 2022
Award winning
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Adventurous and creative story arc.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances imaginative thinking and creativity.
Ideal for home or classroom shared reading.
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Vibrant graphic novel, captivating young readers visually. - Explores themes of friendship and responsibility. - Encourages creative thinking and teamwork. - Ideal for developing early reading skills.
Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
Award winning
Construction Site: Taking Flight!
Sherri Duskey Rinker, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Showcases teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving skills.
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, engaging illustrations.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity about machinery and how things work.
Construction Site: Taking Flight!
Sherri Duskey Rinker, 2023
Award winning
Tacos Today: El Toro & Friends: World of ¡Vamos!
Raúl The Third, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling that captivates young readers.
Introduces diverse cultures through engaging characters.
Encourages language development and multilingual interest.
Offers moral lessons in a fun, accessible way.
Tacos Today: El Toro & Friends: World of ¡Vamos!
Raúl The Third, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of a Homeless Kitty
Rebecca Jordan-Glum, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of resilience and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding of adversity.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, enriches family time.
The Adventures of a Homeless Kitty
Rebecca Jordan-Glum, 2022
Award winning
Hey You!
Dapo Adeola, Alyissa Johnson, Sharee Miller, Reggie Brown, Onyinye Iwu, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Diane Ewen, Chante Timothy, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Empowers and uplifts with diverse, positive representation.
Engages young minds with vibrant, expressive illustrations.
Encourages self-identity and confidence in children.
Interactive narrative fosters parent-child bonding.
Hey You!
Dapo Adeola, Alyissa Johnson, Sharee Miller, Reggie Brown, Onyinye Iwu, Jade Orlando, Gladys Jose, Diane Ewen, Chante Timothy, 2022
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
