Top-rated books by Mónica Mancillas
The Worry Balloon
Age: 4-8
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A Dee and Maya Halloween
Danna Valko, Donna L Ferrier, 2014
26 pages
Why to read
Captures the spooky spirit of Halloween with creativity.
Encourages teamwork and friendship through Dee and Maya's adventures.
Explores problem-solving in exciting, mystical scenarios.
Provides a safe, engaging introduction to Halloween traditions.
A Dee and Maya Halloween
Danna Valko, Donna L Ferrier, 2014
Award winning
Wolf Spiders
Claire Archer, 2014
24 pages
Why to read
Explore the intriguing world of wolf spiders.
Stunning illustrations captivate and educate young minds.
Encourages scientific curiosity and learning about nature.
Supports development of focus and attention to detail.
Wolf Spiders
Claire Archer, 2014
Award winning
Still More Night Frights: Thirteen Scary Stories
Judith Bauer Stamper, 1996
10 pages
Why to read
Spooky yet engaging stories enhance imaginative thinking.
Introduces problem-solving through suspenseful scenarios.
Characters display resilience, boosting emotional development.
Ideal for shared readings, strengthening family bonds.
Still More Night Frights: Thirteen Scary Stories
Judith Bauer Stamper, 1996
Ghost in the Post: Little Terrors Book 6
Jan Burchett, Judy Brown, 2003
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with a mysterious and captivating story.
Features relatable, dynamic characters for young readers.
Encourages critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Ideal balance of fun and educational content.
Ghost in the Post: Little Terrors Book 6
Jan Burchett, Judy Brown, 2003
Award winning
Shadow
Chantel Brooks, Tyler Brooks, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, immersive journey into a whimsical fantasy world.
Characters model resilience and friendship throughout the story.
Enhances creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Shadow
Chantel Brooks, Tyler Brooks, 2020
Award winning
Monsters' Big Day: A Pop-up Book (Volume 8) (Wetmore Forest)
Randy Harvey, John Skewes, Sean Wilkinson, 2020
16 pages
Why to read
Interactive pop-up design boosts engagement and tactile learning.
Encourages emotional development through relatable monster characters.
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, whimsical illustrations.
Supports language development and narrative understanding.
Monsters' Big Day: A Pop-up Book (Volume 8) (Wetmore Forest)
Randy Harvey, John Skewes, Sean Wilkinson, 2020
Award winning
Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story)
Faith Capalia, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Unleash creativity with spooky yet delightful storytelling.
Characters face fears, teaching resilience and courage.
Mixture of suspense and humor captivates young readers.
Melvina Whitmoore (More or Less a Horror Story)
Faith Capalia, 2023
The Seriously Spooky Joke Book
Woodward, 2004
128 pages
Why to read
Filled with laughter-inducing, child-friendly spooky jokes.
Encourages linguistic skills and vocabulary expansion.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing familial bonds.
Boosts comprehension through humor and wordplay.
