Top-rated books by Lauren McMillan
Barley the Barn Cat
Age: 3-10
Books like Lauren McMillan’s
Award winning
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey in the Arctic stimulates imagination.
Characters display teamwork, enhancing social development.
Introduces scientific concepts, fostering curiosity.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.
The Search for the Giant Arctic Jellyfish
Chloe Savage, 2022
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Fear Ground
Jennifer Killick, 2022
368 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages bravery and facing fears.
Characters show teamwork, resilience in challenging situations.
Enhances emotional intelligence, understanding of fear management.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
Fear Ground
Jennifer Killick, 2022
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
Award winning
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
352 pages
Why to read
Inspires compassion through rescue animal stories.
Highlights importance of responsibility and care.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Engaging real-life tales boost reading interest.
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
Fire Flight: A Wildfire Escape
Cedar Pruitt, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Thrilling adventure through dynamic wildfire escape scenarios.
Features teamwork, courage, and resourcefulness in characters.
Fosters awareness about natural disasters and safety measures.
Encourages dialogues on environmental conservation and responsibility.
Fire Flight: A Wildfire Escape
Cedar Pruitt, 2024
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 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.
