Top-rated books by Maggie Van Galen
Books like Maggie Van Galen’s
The Tiger Who Was Happy (When I Was...)
Rachel Elliott, John Bendall-Brunello, 2012
22 pages
Why to read
Engaging and whimsical story for young readers.
Explores emotions and happiness through colorful characters.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Tiger Who Was Happy (When I Was...)
Rachel Elliott, John Bendall-Brunello, 2012
Solomon Smee Versus the Monkeys
Joanna Nadin, 2004
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates young readers' imaginations.
Features relatable, quirky protagonist, Solomon Smee.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Enhances vocabulary through playful, dynamic language.
Solomon Smee Versus the Monkeys
Joanna Nadin, 2004
Award winning
The Perfect Tail: A Fred and Lulu Story
Mie Araki, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of Fred and Lulu's creative journey.
Encourages collaboration and friendship values.
Stimulates children's creativity and imagination.
Supports early developmental reading skills.
The Perfect Tail: A Fred and Lulu Story
Mie Araki, 2004
Old MacDonald had a Spooky Farm
Penny Adams, 2021
29 pages
Why to read
Combines classic rhyme with a fun, spooky twist.
Enhances vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages musical rhythm and auditory skills.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Old MacDonald had a Spooky Farm
Penny Adams, 2021
Award winning
Helen and Louie's Counting Adventure: a Journey from 1 To 10
Leo Brody, Shelly Botwinick, Happy Hedgehog Press, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in numbers through adventure and excitement.
Strengthens counting skills with interactive story elements.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain children's interest.
Supports early math concepts in a joyful way.
Helen and Louie's Counting Adventure: a Journey from 1 To 10
Leo Brody, Shelly Botwinick, Happy Hedgehog Press, 2023
Award winning
Let's Go For A Walk
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity.
Enhances understanding of the natural world.
Supports early language and cognitive development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Let's Go For A Walk
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2023
Award winning
Charlie and Zorro's Great Adventure
Linda L. Roberts, Joseph V Michaud Jr, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative sparks children's imagination.
Features teamwork, friendship, and courage.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Engaging for young readers and families.
Charlie and Zorro's Great Adventure
Linda L. Roberts, Joseph V Michaud Jr, 2023
Award winning
An Alpaca in My Pocket
Mindy J. B. Whitten, 2011
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young imaginations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through animal character interactions.
Supports language development with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
