Top-rated books by Laurenne Sala
You Made Me a Dad
Age: 4-8
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Award winning
Where Is Bina Bear?
Mike Curato, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging hide-and-seek adventure encourages observational skills.
Bina Bear's journey teaches resilience and determination.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Supports language development through repetitive, easy-to-follow text.

Where Is Bina Bear?
Mike Curato, 2022
Award winning
Joy
Yasmeen Ismail, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Colorful illustrations boost visual perception and focus.
Themes of joy and friendship enhance emotional intelligence.
Simple text perfect for early readers' skill development.
Encourages conversations about feelings and happiness.

Joy
Yasmeen Ismail, 2019
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.

How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Rain Before Rainbows
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Uplifting story of hope and perseverance.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Encourages emotional resilience and optimism.
Perfect for shared reading with family.

Rain Before Rainbows
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2020
Award winning
Have You Eaten?
Su Youn Lee, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of food, culture, and family bonding.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations and storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about different cuisines and traditions.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.

Have You Eaten?
Su Youn Lee, 2022
Award winning
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-love through lyrical prose.
Enhances appreciation of varying shades of brown.
Stimulates emotional and cognitive development.
Encourages discussions on identity and belonging.

Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, 2020
Award winning
I Love You Like Yellow
Andrea Beaty, Vashti Harrison, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates vibrant emotions through colorful, poetic language.
Stimulates visual and emotional learning in young minds.
Encourages bonding through shared reading experiences.
Supports early literacy and language skills.

I Love You Like Yellow
Andrea Beaty, Vashti Harrison, 2022
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.
