Top-rated books by Laurel Porter Gaylord
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Age: 1-3
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Books like Laurel Porter Gaylord’s
Award winning
Duckie's Ducklings
Frances Barry, 2005
29 pages
Why to read
Charming tale enhances emotional and social development.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages counting skills through delightful storytelling.
Supports parent-child bonding during read-aloud sessions.

Duckie's Ducklings
Frances Barry, 2005
Award winning
The Worm Family
Johnston Tony, Stacy Innerst, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and uniqueness within families.
Encourages resilience in overcoming life's challenges.
Enhances understanding of acceptance and belonging.
Delightful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

The Worm Family
Johnston Tony, Stacy Innerst, 2004
Award winning
Pig's Eggs (Family Storytime)
Elizabeth Partridge, Martha Weston, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, creative storytelling.
Enhances empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for enjoyable family reading sessions.

Pig's Eggs (Family Storytime)
Elizabeth Partridge, Martha Weston, 2000
Award winning
Do Pigs Have Stripes?
Melanie Walsh, 1996
29 pages
Why to read
Engages preschoolers with colorful, interactive flip-pages.
Teaches animal recognition and characteristics effectively.
Encourages curiosity and observational skills.
Simple, repetitive text aids early literacy development.

Do Pigs Have Stripes?
Melanie Walsh, 1996
"Hi, Pizza Man!"
Virginia Walter, Ponder Goembel, 1995
1 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, imaginative role-playing scenarios.
Develops anticipation and prediction skills effectively.
Encourages interaction and expressive reading aloud.
Simple, relatable storyline perfect for preschoolers.

"Hi, Pizza Man!"
Virginia Walter, Ponder Goembel, 1995
Cefin Y Cyw / Kevin The Chicken
Nick Denchfield, Ant Parker, 2004
14 pages
Why to read
Bilingual text enhances language learning opportunities.
Supports cognitive development with engaging dual narrative.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Fosters cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.

Cefin Y Cyw / Kevin The Chicken
Nick Denchfield, Ant Parker, 2004
Award winning
Dear Panda
Miriam Latimer, unknown author, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship and adventure. - Encourages empathy and cultural awareness. - Supports language development and creativity. - Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Dear Panda
Miriam Latimer, unknown author, 2013
Award winning
Little Ree: Best Friends Forever!
Ree Drummond, Jacqueline Rogers, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship and teamwork.
Engaging rural setting, rich with adventures.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Colorful illustrations enhance storytelling.
