Top-rated books by Marc Harshman
Red Are the Apples
Age: 4-7
Books like Marc Harshman’s
Award winning
A House Is a House for Me
Mary Ann Hoberman, Betty Fraser, Linda Terheyden, 1978
44 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse living spaces, enhancing cognitive flexibility.
Rhyming text boosts phonological awareness and reading skills.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, engaging illustrations.
Strengthens vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
A House Is a House for Me
Mary Ann Hoberman, Betty Fraser, Linda Terheyden, 1978
Award winning
In November
Cynthia Rylant, Jill Kastner, 2000
26 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence and beauty of November.
Enhances awareness of seasonal changes.
Encourages appreciation for nature and family.
Beautiful, descriptive imagery engages young minds.
In November
Cynthia Rylant, Jill Kastner, 2000
Award winning
Poems for Kids: Over 600 poems for teaching poetry terms & poetic devices to children in grades 3-6
Lorrie L. Birchall, 2021
376 pages
Why to read
Teaches poetry terms through engaging, age-appropriate content.
Promotes literary skills and creative expression in children.
Curated selection caters to varied interests and learning paces.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding of poetic devices.
Poems for Kids: Over 600 poems for teaching poetry terms & poetic devices to children in grades 3-6
Lorrie L. Birchall, 2021
Award winning
On My Street (Growing Tree)
Eve Merriam, Melanie Hope Greenberg, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Vivid and charming illustrations enhance engagement.
Simple, rhythmic text ideal for early readers.
Encourages exploration of community and belonging.
Supports language development and vocabulary building.
On My Street (Growing Tree)
Eve Merriam, Melanie Hope Greenberg, 2000
One White Crane
Vickie Lee, Joey Chou, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Explores wildlife through captivating, vibrant illustrations.
Encourages empathy and care for nature.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Provides engaging, interactive storytelling experience.
One White Crane
Vickie Lee, Joey Chou, 2022
Award winning
Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?
Rita Gray, Pak Kenard, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating exploration of birds and their life cycles.
Engaging rhymes enhance language sensitivity in young readers.
Illustrations spark curiosity about nature and wildlife.
Encourages attentive listening through rhythmic narrative.
Have You Heard the Nesting Bird?
Rita Gray, Pak Kenard, 2014
Award winning
Woodland Sounds
Sam Taplin, Federica Iossa, 2023
10 pages
Why to read
Interactive sound buttons enhance sensory development.
Engaging woodland setting fosters a love for nature.
Simple narrative supports early language acquisition.
Encourages listening skills and auditory discrimination.
Woodland Sounds
Sam Taplin, Federica Iossa, 2023
Seaside Poems
Nick Sharratt, Jill Bennett, Jill Bennett (collected by), 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explores sea-themed adventures stimulating young imaginations.
Poems encourage language rhythm and sound awareness.
Enhances vocabulary with rich seaside imagery.
Supports child's emotional and social development.
