Top-rated books by Marita Conlon-McKenna
The Very Last Unicorn
Age: 7-10
The Blue Horse
Age: 9-10
Books like Marita Conlon-McKenna’s
The Lough Neagh Monster
Sam Mcbratney, Donald Teskey, 1994
44 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure stirs curiosity and imagination.
Features friendship themes, boosting social skills development.
Encourages creativity through mythical storytelling.
Supports literacy with engaging narrative and dialogue.
The Lough Neagh Monster
Sam Mcbratney, Donald Teskey, 1994
Award winning
Kesar and the Lullaby Birds
Aditi Oza, Debasmita Dasgupta, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vivid storytelling.
Introduces soothing bedtime routines with melodic textures.
Enhances vocabulary with enchanting, lyrical prose.
Strengthens bonding during nighttime reading rituals.
Kesar and the Lullaby Birds
Aditi Oza, Debasmita Dasgupta, 2022
Award winning
Children of the Forest
Matt Myers, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate children's visual learning.
Encourages an appreciation for nature and environmental stewardship.
Strengthens empathy through diverse character interactions.
Engaging narrative fosters a love for adventure and exploration.
Children of the Forest
Matt Myers, 2022
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires imaginative storytelling.
Enhances visual thinking with engaging illustrations.
Builds empathy through relatable emotional journeys.
Encourages perseverance and resilience.
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
Award winning
On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
312 pages
Why to read
Simplified Bible stories fostering spiritual and moral growth.
Engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imagination.
Enhances literacy with age-appropriate language.
Encourages family discussions about values and beliefs.
On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
Award winning
Brody's Hibernation Tale
Cindy Sadowsky, Shelley Sadowsky, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about animals and seasonal changes.
Encourages understanding of nature and animal behavior.
Supports early learning about weather and adaptation.
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity and knowledge.
Brody's Hibernation Tale
Cindy Sadowsky, Shelley Sadowsky, 2023
Why Dolphins Call: A Story of Dionysus (Gods of Olympus)
Jamie Simons, Scott Simon, Deborah Winograd, 1991
48 pages
Why to read
Mythical adventure sparks imagination and creativity.
Introduces Greek mythology in a captivating way.
Enhances cultural and historical knowledge.
Encourages empathy through character-driven narrative.
Why Dolphins Call: A Story of Dionysus (Gods of Olympus)
Jamie Simons, Scott Simon, Deborah Winograd, 1991
Award winning
The Plesiosaur's Neck
Jonathan Emmett, Dr Adam S. Smith, Adam S. Smith, Adam Larkum, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline featuring prehistoric creatures.
Educational content on paleontology and science.
Encourages curiosity and discovery in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complementing the narrative.
