Top-rated books by Margaret Sanfilippo
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Running Into Darkness (Passages to Adventure)
Anne E. Schraff, 2001
107 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates kids’ imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork in adversity.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.

Running Into Darkness (Passages to Adventure)
Anne E. Schraff, 2001
Hot and Cold
Helena Ramsay, Andrew Farmer, Peter Bull, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explores temperature concepts through engaging storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about the natural world.
Enhances understanding of opposites.
Vibrant illustrations complement the educational content.

Hot and Cold
Helena Ramsay, Andrew Farmer, Peter Bull, 1998
Award winning
Puzzle Car Race (Young Puzzles)
Rosie Heywood, Brenda Haw, Philippa Wingate, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Exciting car race encourages storytelling and imagination.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Puzzles foster critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Engaging content aligns with developmental stage appropriateness.

Puzzle Car Race (Young Puzzles)
Rosie Heywood, Brenda Haw, Philippa Wingate, 2004
Red is Home
Emma Bettridge, Josephine Birch, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances cognitive and creative skills.
Emphasizes importance of emotions and self-expression.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.

Red is Home
Emma Bettridge, Josephine Birch, 2023
Award winning
Mandy's Problem
Eric Schmidl, 2021
18 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages creative thinking and resourcefulness.
Characters model positive friendships and teamwork.
Enhances language skills and vocabulary through engaging narrative.
Supports emotional and social development in young readers.

Mandy's Problem
Eric Schmidl, 2021
Award winning
Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional resilience and navigating life changes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Supports emotional development with engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.

Lizzy's Ups and Downs
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2004
Download: Heroes and Villains
Alison Hawes, 2007
48 pages
Why to read
Explores dichotomy between good and evil.
Encourages empathy through diverse character perspectives.
Stimulates imagination with vivid storytelling.
Supports development of moral reasoning skills.

Download: Heroes and Villains
Alison Hawes, 2007
Little Puppy : Fluffy Tales Series
Stewart Cowley, Susi Adams, 1996
10 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tales of friendships and adventures.
Encourages empathy and emotional development in children.
Simple language aids early reading skills.
Bright, colorful illustrations capture attention.
