Top-rated books by Mari Bolte
Books like Mari Bolte’s
Award winning
I Can Paste! (Big Skills for Little Hands®)
Carson-Dellosa Publishing, Brighter Child, 2009
80 pages
Why to read
Enhances fine motor skills through pasting activities.
Stimulates creativity and self-expression in young learners.
Builds hand-eye coordination, essential for early development.
Encourages independent task completion and confidence.

I Can Paste! (Big Skills for Little Hands®)
Carson-Dellosa Publishing, Brighter Child, 2009
Okra Stew
Natalie Daise, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with unique, culturally-rich language.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
Supports emotional development through relatable conflicts.

Okra Stew
Natalie Daise, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Tree
Inez Fleming, 2021
26 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic and spirit of Christmas beautifully.
Encourages empathy through vivid character emotions.
Stimulates imagination with engaging, festive illustrations.
Ideal for shared reading during holiday season.

The Christmas Tree
Inez Fleming, 2021
Award winning
Santa's Suit
Kate Lee, Edward Eaves, 2003
6 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging, colorful illustrations.
Enhances understanding of holiday traditions and spirit.
Supports language development through playful, rhythmic text.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters.

Santa's Suit
Kate Lee, Edward Eaves, 2003
'Tis the Season
Golden Books, Lorrie Dirkse, Gregg Schigiel, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the excitement of holiday season festivities.
Encourages understanding of different cultural celebrations.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Strengthens reading skills through rhythmic storytelling.

'Tis the Season
Golden Books, Lorrie Dirkse, Gregg Schigiel, 2004
Award winning
Reading Champion : Play With Me Independent Reading Pink 1A
Barrie Wade, Hannah Wood, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters early literacy and language development.
Engages young readers with playful, interactive storytelling.
Builds confidence in new readers, nurturing independence.
Encourages empathy and social skills through character interactions.

Reading Champion : Play With Me Independent Reading Pink 1A
Barrie Wade, Hannah Wood, 2018
Award winning
Pop's Perfect Present
Corey Finkle, Lenny Wen, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of creativity and determination.
Highlights the importance of thoughtfulness over material gifts.
Encourages problem-solving and perseverance in young readers.
Fosters parent-child bonding through shared reading.

Pop's Perfect Present
Corey Finkle, Lenny Wen, 2023
Fabric
Monica Stoppleman, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative promotes creativity and curiosity in children.
Features diverse relatable characters enhancing social understanding.
Encourages early development of tactile and visual perception.
Supports language skills and enriches vocabulary.
