Top-rated books by Lisa Pate
Books like Lisa Pate’s
Award winning
Giving
Shirley Hughes, 1993
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through engaging and heartfelt storytelling.
Inspires generosity and selflessness in young readers.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over meaningful topics.

Giving
Shirley Hughes, 1993
Award winning
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness in young children.
Empowers children to express and understand feelings.
Illustrations captivate and convey emotional context.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over sensitive topics.

Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
Award winning
Horrible Haircut (Bananas Series)
Alison Ritchie, Ian Newsham, 1997
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline promotes laughter and joy.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language and rhymes.
Emphasizes resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.

Horrible Haircut (Bananas Series)
Alison Ritchie, Ian Newsham, 1997
Award winning
Grandma Loves You!
Danielle Mclean, Alison Edgson, 2018
30 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the special bond between grandchild and grandmother.
Encourages affection and understanding across generations.
Simple, heartfelt language perfect for early readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement the warm narrative.

Grandma Loves You!
Danielle Mclean, Alison Edgson, 2018
Bob's Best Day Ever!
Nickelodeon Publishing, 2004
12 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks imagination and joy.
Bob enhances problem-solving skills in playful scenarios.
Relatable, engaging characters foster emotional development.
Ideal read for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Bob's Best Day Ever!
Nickelodeon Publishing, 2004
Award winning
Campbell's Scoop: Reflections on Young Adult Literature (Studies in Young Adult Literature Book 38)
Abbey Campbell Cook, Patty Campbell columnist and author Spirituality in Young Adult Literature, 2010
262 pages
Why to read
In-depth analysis of young adult literature trends.
Enhances understanding of adolescent readers' desires.
Serves as a rich resource for educators, librarians.
Promotes informed discussions about youth literature development.

Campbell's Scoop: Reflections on Young Adult Literature (Studies in Young Adult Literature Book 38)
Abbey Campbell Cook, Patty Campbell columnist and author Spirituality in Young Adult Literature, 2010
Award winning
Going on an Airplane: A Toddler Prep Book
Amy Kathleen Pittman, ReadySetPrep, 2021
26 pages
Why to read
Eases anxiety about flying with familiar, engaging storytelling.
Boosts understanding of airplane travel and safety procedures.
Stimulates children's curiosity about new experiences.
Encourages language development and interactive reading.

Going on an Airplane: A Toddler Prep Book
Amy Kathleen Pittman, ReadySetPrep, 2021
Award winning
Who Cares?
Krista Bell, 2003
176 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in understanding empathy and kindness.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages conversations about feelings and caring for others.
Supports social and emotional development in young readers.
