Top-rated books by Lorna Balian
Leprechauns Never Lie
Age: 2-7
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Award winning
Lenny and Mel After-School Confidential
Erik Kraft, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventures enhance problem-solving skills.
Humorous, relatable characters resonate with young readers.
Encourages creativity through amusing, quirky scenarios.
Ideal for improving literacy and comprehension.

Lenny and Mel After-School Confidential
Erik Kraft, 2004
Award winning
Dino Riddles
Lisa Eisenberg, Katy Hall, Nicole Rubel, 2002
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, dinosaur-themed riddles.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzle-solving.
Stimulates curiosity and knowledge about dinosaurs.
Interactive reading perfect for family time.

Dino Riddles
Lisa Eisenberg, Katy Hall, Nicole Rubel, 2002
The Worst Class in the World
Joanna Nadin, Rikin Parekh, 2020
160 pages
Why to read
Humorous adventures, captivates young readers effortlessly.
Highlights team spirit and collaborative problem-solving.
Builds empathy through diverse character interactions.
Encourages creative thinking and positive behavior.

The Worst Class in the World
Joanna Nadin, Rikin Parekh, 2020
Funny Bunnies: Rain or Shine
David Melling, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story that fosters imagination and creativity.
Encourages problem-solving with relatable bunny characters.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Funny Bunnies: Rain or Shine
David Melling, 2014
TROUBLESOME TOOTH FAIRY_ THE
Sandi Toksvig, Georgien Overwater, Sandi Toksvig, Georgien Overwater, 2000
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enriches imaginative thinking.
Engages children with relatable, vivid characters.
Encourages resolution skills through playful scenarios.
Provides delightful, educational interactions for young readers.

TROUBLESOME TOOTH FAIRY_ THE
Sandi Toksvig, Georgien Overwater, Sandi Toksvig, Georgien Overwater, 2000
Award winning
Twinkle, Twinkle, Chocolate Bar: Rhymes for the Very Young
John Foster, 1991
102 pages
Why to read
Fosters early language skills with playful rhymes.
Enhances auditory and rhythmic awareness in toddlers.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.
Stimulates imagination with delightful, vivid illustrations.

Twinkle, Twinkle, Chocolate Bar: Rhymes for the Very Young
John Foster, 1991
Award winning
Just One More Sleep: All Good Things Come to Those Who Wait . . . and Wait . . . and Wait
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, Listening Library, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the value of patience through engaging storytelling.
Teaches children the importance of waiting with heartwarming scenarios.
Features endearing characters that embody resilience and hope.
Promotes emotional development and understanding of time.

Just One More Sleep: All Good Things Come to Those Who Wait . . . and Wait . . . and Wait
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, Listening Library, 2024
Award winning
My Weirdtastic School #1: Miss Banks Pulls Lots of Pranks!
Dan Gutman, Jim Paillot, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor enhances children's cognitive flexibility.
Encourages creativity through quirky plot twists.
Supports social skills with diverse character interactions.
Fosters a love for reading with playful narratives.
