Top-rated books by Kristin Petrie
Potbellied Pigs
Age: 4-8
Books like Kristin Petrie’s
Award winning
My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Simple text enhances early reading skills.
Teaches responsibility and empathy through pet care.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.
My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner, 2024
Award winning
One Grumpy Day
M Christina Butler, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a charming, relatable narrative.
Enhances emotional recognition and empathy development.
Supports early literacy and comprehension skills.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.
One Grumpy Day
M Christina Butler, 2022
Award winning
The Great Thanksgiving Feast: A Thanksgiving Book for Kids
Sonica Ellis, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Thanksgiving through colorful, engaging storytelling.
Encourages gratitude and family values.
Enhances knowledge of historical and cultural aspects.
Suitable for shared reading during the holiday season.
The Great Thanksgiving Feast: A Thanksgiving Book for Kids
Sonica Ellis, 2023
Award winning
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Introduces problem-solving in a fun storyline.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
A Very Cranky Book
Tony Diterlizzi, Angela Diterlizzi, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with colorful, spirited illustrations.
Encourages recognition of emotions and self-expression.
Supports development of empathy and patience.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions.
A Very Cranky Book
Tony Diterlizzi, Angela Diterlizzi, 2023
Award winning
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on a classic tale inspires creativity.
Emphasizes resilience and bravery through Bea's adventures.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds.
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
