Top-rated books by Margie Palatini
Piggie Pie
Age: 2-7
Books like Margie Palatini’s
Award winning
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, Jaime Kim, 2019
34 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and belonging through a heartfelt storyline.
Encourages conversations about heritage and personal history.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, fostering visual and artistic appreciation.
Where Are You From?
Yamile Saied Méndez, Jaime Kim, 2019
Award winning
The Runaway Hug
Nick Bland, Freya Blackwood, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale exploring love and family bonds.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Simple, engaging narrative ideal for early readers.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
The Runaway Hug
Nick Bland, Freya Blackwood, 2011
Award winning
A Perfect Father's Day: A Father's Day Gift Book From Kids
Susan Meddaugh, Eve Bunting, James Cross Giblin, 1991
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates father-child bonding and love.
Encourages appreciation for parental roles.
Simple, engaging narrative for young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
A Perfect Father's Day: A Father's Day Gift Book From Kids
Susan Meddaugh, Eve Bunting, James Cross Giblin, 1991
Award winning
Duckie's Rainbow
Frances Barry, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning.
Introduces basic colors and sequencing to young readers.
Supports early language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages interaction through guessing and discovery.
Duckie's Rainbow
Frances Barry, 2004
Award winning
[(Westcott Nadine B. : Peanut Butter and Jelly )] [Author: Nadine Bernard Westcott] [Sep-1992]
Nadine Bernard Westcott, unknown author, 1987
24 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations enhance storytelling.
Catchy rhymes improve language and literacy skills.
Encourages creativity and humor in young readers.
Fun, communal reading experience for families.
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[(Westcott Nadine B. : Peanut Butter and Jelly )] [Author: Nadine Bernard Westcott] [Sep-1992]
Nadine Bernard Westcott, unknown author, 1987
Award winning
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, Holly Hatam, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural identity and family bonds.
Encourages self-expression and confidence through relatable storytelling.
Illustrations enhance comprehension and engagement.
Supports emotional development and inclusivity.
Hair Twins
Raakhee Mirchandani, Holly Hatam, 2021
Award winning
Three Little Kittens
Trace Moroney, 2008
12 pages
Why to read
Charming illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages responsibility and problem-solving skills.
Fosters emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
Three Little Kittens
Trace Moroney, 2008
Award winning
Gossie/Gansi: Bilingual English-Spanish (Gossie & Friends)
Olivier Dunrea, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Spanish text enhances language development.
Engaging story fosters emotional and social growth.
Simple, repetitive text aids in early literacy skills.
Culturally diverse content broadens children’s perspectives.
