Top-rated books by María Rius
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Age: 6-8
Books like María Rius’s
Award winning
Go Girl Angels: Six Girls, One Dream, One Team! (Go Girl! Angels)
Meredith Badger, Chrissie Perry, 2012
551 pages
Why to read
Celebrates teamwork and friendship among diverse characters.
Encourages perseverance and dedication through sports.
Empowers young girls with positive role models.
Stimulating narrative encourages engagement and discussion.

Go Girl Angels: Six Girls, One Dream, One Team! (Go Girl! Angels)
Meredith Badger, Chrissie Perry, 2012
Award winning
Little Bunny and The Big Race
Anna Horbatenko, 2023
54 pages
Why to read
Encourages perseverance and resilience through engaging narrative.
Emphasizes teamwork and friendship in overcoming challenges.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain attention.
Supports early literacy and language development.

Little Bunny and The Big Race
Anna Horbatenko, 2023
Award winning
Flying
Donald Crews, 1986
33 pages
Why to read
Captivating aerial adventure for young imaginative minds.
Vivid illustrations enhance visual perception skills.
Encourages understanding of motion and transportation.
Stimulates dialogue about travel and adventure.

Flying
Donald Crews, 1986
T.J. and the Hat-trick (T.J. (Theo Walcott) Book 1)
Theo Walcott, 2010
176 pages
Why to read
Inspires perseverance and achieving personal goals.
Encourages teamwork and the importance of collaboration.
Showcases soccer fundamentals in an engaging way.
Perfect blend of sports and life lessons.

T.J. and the Hat-trick (T.J. (Theo Walcott) Book 1)
Theo Walcott, 2010
Award winning
Breakaway: Ready-to-Read Level 2
David Sabino, Charles Lehman, Setor Fiadzigbey, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging sports-themed narrative for young readers.
Boosts vocabulary with Level 2 reading challenges.
Encourages teamwork and sportsmanship values.
Supports early reading independence.

Breakaway: Ready-to-Read Level 2
David Sabino, Charles Lehman, Setor Fiadzigbey, 2019
Cup Final Kid
Martin Waddell, 2008
59 pages
Why to read
Action-packed, football-themed storyline.
Encourages teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship.
Supports vocabulary expansion and literacy skills.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

Cup Final Kid
Martin Waddell, 2008
Award winning
Sunshine Stables: Amina and the Amazing Pony
Olivia Tuffin, Jo Goodberry, 2022
86 pages
Why to read
Inspires adventure and creativity in young readers.
Features diverse characters, promoting inclusivity.
Enhances empathy through character-driven narrative.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Sunshine Stables: Amina and the Amazing Pony
Olivia Tuffin, Jo Goodberry, 2022
Smelly Puzzles
Pat Summitt, Sally Jenkins, 1998
304 pages
Why to read
Interactive, engaging sensory and problem-solving challenges.
Boosts cognitive development through smell and puzzle integration.
Characters face relatable dilemmas, promoting empathy.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading and activities.
