Top-rated books by Mary Palenick Colborn
Rainy Day Slug
Age: 3-7
Books like Mary Palenick Colborn’s
Award winning
Puzzle Adventure Omnibus: v. 2 (Usborne Puzzle Adventures): v. 2 (Usborne Puzzle Adventures)
Michelle Bates, Martin Oliver, Karen Dolby, 1994
336 pages
Why to read
Boosts problem-solving skills through engaging puzzles.
Enhances critical thinking with adventurous plots.
Interactive reading fosters family bonding.
Captures imagination with vivid illustrations and stories.
Puzzle Adventure Omnibus: v. 2 (Usborne Puzzle Adventures): v. 2 (Usborne Puzzle Adventures)
Michelle Bates, Martin Oliver, Karen Dolby, 1994
Award winning
Crickets
Emily Green, 2006
24 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers through curious, adventurous crickets.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable stories.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Perfect for shared reading and family bonding.
Crickets
Emily Green, 2006
Award winning
Bently the Bully
Holly Mazzochi, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying with engaging, thoughtful narrative.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.
Bently the Bully
Holly Mazzochi, 2020
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
Sid the Mosquito
Thompson, 1993
169 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure ignites children’s imagination. - Sid teaches important life skills. - Enhances vocabulary through playful language. - Encourages empathy and understanding.
Sid the Mosquito
Thompson, 1993
Maths Age 7-8
Peter Clarke, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Tailored for 7-8 year-olds' developmental learning stages.
Engages with exciting, real-world mathematical problems.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages a fun, interactive learning experience.
Maths Age 7-8
Peter Clarke, 2006
Award winning
Word Search for Kids with Pictures Ages 8-12
Ilhaya Press, 2022
82 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary and spelling for 8-12 year olds.
Develops pattern recognition and logical thinking skills.
Illustrated hints foster problem-solving abilities.
Ideal for independent or guided learning sessions.
Word Search for Kids with Pictures Ages 8-12
Ilhaya Press, 2022
Award winning
The Rainbow Egg
Linda Hendricks, Hendricks, M.D. Linda K. Hendricks,, 2012
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of diversity and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
