Top-rated books by Liz Starin
Captain Monty Takes the Plunge
Age: 3-7
Books like Liz Starin’s
Award winning
Fright in the Night (The Ghastly McNastys)
Lyn Gardner, Ros Asquith, Daniel Philpott, 2014
192 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled plot, perfect for thrill-seeking young readers.
Engages children with humorous and quirky characters.
Encourages bravery and overcoming fears through story.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading time.
Fright in the Night (The Ghastly McNastys)
Lyn Gardner, Ros Asquith, Daniel Philpott, 2014
Award winning
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
205 pages
Why to read
Combats childhood fears with humor and bravery.
Encourages resilience and self-confidence in young readers.
Stimulates imagination through engaging adventures.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Sam Wu is Not Afraid of Ghosts
Katie Tsang, Kevin Tsang, Nathan Reed, 2018
Left Shoe And The Foundling (Seadogs Series)
Annie O'Dowd, 2007
77 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, boosts curiosity and exploration.
Characters show teamwork, empathy, and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.
Left Shoe And The Foundling (Seadogs Series)
Annie O'Dowd, 2007
Award winning
Mice of the Seven Seas
Tim Davis, 1995
138 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story across seven distinct seas.
Teaches valuable lessons in teamwork and friendship.
Enhances vocabulary through diverse, colorful language.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Mice of the Seven Seas
Tim Davis, 1995
Award winning
Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Michael Feifer, Gautam, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline teaches empathy and understanding.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable situations.
Supports development of social skills and values.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Michael Feifer, Gautam, 2023
Award winning
Franklin and the Case of the New Friend (Franklin and Friends)
Caitlin Drake Smith, 2014
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages friendship and inclusivity values.
Supports social skills development through story.
Engaging mystery encourages reader's curiosity.
Ideal for preschool to early elementary readers.
Franklin and the Case of the New Friend (Franklin and Friends)
Caitlin Drake Smith, 2014
Award winning
Panic At The Pumpkin Patch: A Funny Halloween Adventure
Papa Moose, Brooke Vitale, William Velasco, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Humorous story sparks laughter and joy.
Enhances vocabulary with delightful Halloween-themed words.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Perfect seasonal read for family bonding time.
Panic At The Pumpkin Patch: A Funny Halloween Adventure
Papa Moose, Brooke Vitale, William Velasco, 2023
Seagulls Don't Eat Pickles
Erica Farber, E.S. Farber, Jason Beene, 2013
155 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure sparks creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Balances entertainment with educational value.
