Top-rated books by Lesley Barnes
Flyaway
Age: 3-7
Stay Where You Are and Then Leave
Age: 9-12
Books like Lesley Barnes’s
Award winning
Dizzy Flies South: An Interactive Reading Experience
Courtney Goodman, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Interactive, engaging migratory adventure.
Boosts geographical knowledge and animal behaviors.
Encourages reader participation and decision making.
Stimulates imagination, enhances reading skills.
Dizzy Flies South: An Interactive Reading Experience
Courtney Goodman, 2023
Award winning
Songs of the Birds
Isabel Otter, Clover Robin, 2023
16 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant, melodious storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of nature through lyrical prose.
Builds empathy and understanding through character interaction.
Supports early development in language and rhythm recognition.
Songs of the Birds
Isabel Otter, Clover Robin, 2023
Award winning
The Secret Lives of Moth and Butterfly: Book One
Brian Bruderer, Elizabeth Firmage, 2022
131 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure that sparks imagination.
Characters that embody resilience and curiosity.
Encourages environmental awareness and respect.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Secret Lives of Moth and Butterfly: Book One
Brian Bruderer, Elizabeth Firmage, 2022
Arrowville
Geefwee Boedoe, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes creativity and problem-solving.
Children identify with vibrant, compelling characters.
Encourages empathy through engaging narrative conflicts.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills and focus.
Arrowville
Geefwee Boedoe, 2004
Award winning
Little Fox Listens
Kevin Russell, Shehani Koshila, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale, ideal for developing listening skills.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable fox character.
Supports early literacy with simple, engaging language.
Ideal for bedtime reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
Little Fox Listens
Kevin Russell, Shehani Koshila, 2021
Award winning
Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
Mr. Jay, Erin Wozniak, 2018
31 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and inclusivity among young readers.
Inspires determination, showcasing overcoming challenges.
Enhances understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Captivates with colorful illustrations and heartfelt narrative.
Ricky, the Rock That Couldn't Roll
Mr. Jay, Erin Wozniak, 2018
Award winning
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters empathy and emotional development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through vivid storytelling.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
Award winning
Hattie's New House (Little Dolphin #1)
Lucy Daniels, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with exciting sea-life adventures.
Encourages empathy through Hattie's relatable experiences.
Supports early developmental reading skills.
Ideal for family reading time bonding.
