Top-rated books by Maggie Downer
The Wind in the WIllows
Age: 7-12
Books like Maggie Downer’s
Award winning
Hare & Ruru: A Quiet Moment
Laura Shallcrass, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights the beauty of silence and mindfulness.
Encourages children to appreciate quiet moments.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers visually.
Supports emotional regulation and self-awareness development.

Hare & Ruru: A Quiet Moment
Laura Shallcrass, 2020
Award winning
Fly Guy Presents: Scary Creatures!
Tedd Arnold, 2020
176 pages
Why to read
Exciting journey into the world of scary creatures.
Educational content boosts children's learning and curiosity.
Rich illustrations engage and captivate young readers.
Promotes bravery and knowledge about misunderstood creatures.

Fly Guy Presents: Scary Creatures!
Tedd Arnold, 2020
Award winning
Bear Wants to Sing
Cary Fagan, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling sparks children's imaginations.
Characters teach valuable lessons in perseverance.
Encourages musical interest and artistic expression.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Bear Wants to Sing
Cary Fagan, 2021
Award winning
Rainbow Magic: Frenchie the Bulldog Fairy: Puppy Care Fairies Book 2
Daisy Meadows, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with magical elements.
Teaches responsibility through pet care storylines.
Encourages empathy and nurturing traits in children.
Bright, captivating illustrations enhance visual interest.

Rainbow Magic: Frenchie the Bulldog Fairy: Puppy Care Fairies Book 2
Daisy Meadows, 2022
Award winning
Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Vibrant graphic novel, captivating young readers visually. - Explores themes of friendship and responsibility. - Encourages creative thinking and teamwork. - Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Karen's Kittycat Club: A Graphic Novel (Baby-Sitters Little Sister #4) (4) (Baby-Sitters Little Sister Graphix)
Ann M. Martin, 2021
Award winning
Jasper and Scruff: Take A Bow
Nicola Colton, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages creativity and self-expression.
Builds confidence through performing arts themes.
Delightful illustrations enhance storytelling.

Jasper and Scruff: Take A Bow
Nicola Colton, 2021
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming fears with engaging storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages emotional development and resilience in kids.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
Award winning
The Tindims and the Turtle Tangle (The Tindims): 2
Sally Gardner, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters environmental awareness and conservation values.
Enhances understanding of teamwork and community spirit.
Encourages creativity through engaging adventure narratives.
Supports vocabulary expansion and cognitive development.
