Top-rated books by Liz Garton Scanlon
All the World
Age: 1-4
Books like Liz Garton Scanlon’s
Award winning
Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration
Samara Cole Doyon, Kaylani Juanita, 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, Kaylani Juanita, 2020
Award winning
Toad
Ruth Brown, 1996
26 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters imagination and emotional growth.
Illustrations captivate and enhance visual recognition skills.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Supports language skills with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Toad
Ruth Brown, 1996
Award winning
The Couch Potato
Kerry Lyn Sparrow, Yinfan Huang, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-awareness and personal growth in children.
Highlights the importance of activity and social interaction.
Engaging story with humor and captivating illustrations.
Supports language skills and vocabulary development.
The Couch Potato
Kerry Lyn Sparrow, Yinfan Huang, 2019
Award winning
Who Has These Feet?
Laura Hulbert, Erik Brooks, 2011
44 pages
Why to read
Interactive exploration of animals through their unique feet.
Stimulates curiosity and learning in young children.
Enhances observational skills and knowledge of nature.
Engaging read-aloud choice for parents and educators.
Who Has These Feet?
Laura Hulbert, Erik Brooks, 2011
Award winning
The Big House and the Little House
Yoshi Ueno, Emiko Fujishima, Andrew Eiden, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional intelligence and friendship values.
Enhances understanding of different living environments.
Supports developmental milestones in young readers.
Encouraging shared reading sessions with family.
The Big House and the Little House
Yoshi Ueno, Emiko Fujishima, Andrew Eiden, 2021
Award winning
What Happens Next?
Nicola Davies, 2012
22 pages
Why to read
Explores natural curiosity and discovery process.
Engages children with interactive questioning technique.
Encourages prediction skills in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement engaging narrative.
What Happens Next?
Nicola Davies, 2012
Award winning
We All Play
Julie Flett, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates play across various animal species.
Integrates Indigenous languages subtly, promoting cultural awareness.
Lush illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports understanding of wildlife and nature.
We All Play
Julie Flett, 2021
Award winning
Cloudette
Tom Lichtenheld, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids through themes of perseverance and self-discovery.
Illustrates the importance of making a big impact, small size.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of weather and nature.
Delightful visuals complement engaging, easy-to-follow narrative.
