Top-rated books by Laurel Long
The Legend of Holly Claus
Age: 9-12
The Mightiest Heart
Age: 7-9
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Why to read
Festive adventure kindles imagination and festive spirit.
Characters display teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports language development and family bonding.

A Christmas Adventure (The Burpee Bears)
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Award winning
Ellie Sparkle: Rewrite the Tradition
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Why to read
Empowers creativity, challenges traditional roles.
Encourages individuality and self-expression.
Supports problem-solving, critical thinking skills.
Engaging storyline, vibrant illustrations.

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Award winning
The Artful Adventure
Minh Lê, Dan Santat, Listening Library, Quyen Ngo, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through vivid illustrations and story.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters a love for reading.

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Minh Lê, Dan Santat, Listening Library, Quyen Ngo, 2022
Award winning
Small Flames: Jory the Orange Dragon
A M Luzzader, Joshua Bostwick, 2023
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Why to read
Adventure-filled tale encourages curiosity and exploration.
Builds emotional intelligence through Jory's relatable struggles.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills effectively.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Small Flames: Jory the Orange Dragon
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Award winning
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Why to read
Captivating journey of friendship and discovery.
Enhances empathy and emotional intelligence.
Stimulates curiosity through engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing bond.

The Adventures of Bunny and Boy
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Jee Naughton, 2023
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Why to read
Captures young imaginations with vibrant illustrations.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable experiences.
Stimulates language skills with rhythmic storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Little Lily's Day of Play
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Award winning
The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, Judit Tondora, 2023
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Why to read
Engaging adventure story sparks imagination. - Characters teach resilience and teamwork. - Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving. - Perfect for independent young readers.

The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, Judit Tondora, 2023
Award winning
Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-acceptance and uniqueness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of differences.
Engaging storyline fosters imaginative thinking.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
