Top-rated books by Mary Murphy
Mouse is Small
Age: 2-6
Books like Mary Murphy’s
Award winning
The Adventures of Ellie & Boo
Millie Kerr, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story fosters imagination in young readers.
Features strong, relatable role models for children.
Encourages environmental awareness and animal conservation.
Supports language development and literacy skills.
The Adventures of Ellie & Boo
Millie Kerr, 2020
Award winning
Moose and Magpie (Arbordale Collection)
Bettina Restrepo, Sherry Rogers, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters friendship and communication skills.
Introduces children to wildlife and nature.
Encourages curiosity and exploration.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Moose and Magpie (Arbordale Collection)
Bettina Restrepo, Sherry Rogers, 2009
Award winning
Whistling Thorn KS1
Angela Buckle, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse ecosystems and wildlife interactions.
Cultivates environmental awareness and respect.
Supports comprehension through vivid descriptions.
Encourages curiosity about natural sciences.
Whistling Thorn KS1
Angela Buckle, 1998
Award winning
At the Zoo-oo-oo
Stacy Gabel, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches animal names and sounds through playful rhyme.
Encourages curiosity about wildlife and nature conservation.
Offers interactive read-aloud experience for parents and children.
At the Zoo-oo-oo
Stacy Gabel, 2023
Award winning
Panda Kindergarten
Joanne Ryder, Katherine Feng, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases engaging day of pandas at school.
Highlights friendship, sharing, and cooperation.
Supports early learning about animals and nature.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Panda Kindergarten
Joanne Ryder, Katherine Feng, 2009
Award winning
Duck, Duck, Goose
Tad Hills, 2007
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, playful storyline promotes social interaction.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Teaches turn-taking and sportsmanship.
Ideal for preschool developmental stage.
Duck, Duck, Goose
Tad Hills, 2007
Award winning
Rudy and the Wolf Cub
Paul Westmoreland, George Ermos, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through animal character interactions.
Supports understanding of friendship and loyalty themes.
Stimulates imagination with adventurous storyline.
Ideal for enhancing early reading skills.
Rudy and the Wolf Cub
Paul Westmoreland, George Ermos, 2022
Award winning
I'll Hold Your Hand
Maggie C. Rudd, Elisa Chavarri, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional understanding and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Supports early language development and communication skills.
Reassuring narrative, instills confidence in young readers.
