Top-rated books by Matt Mitter
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Age: 5-6
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Award winning
It's a Dog-Eat-Dog World (McGrowl, No. 5)
Bob Balaban, 2004
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure enriches creative thinking.
Characters model friendship and loyalty.
Encourages problem-solving skills in young readers.
Fun, age-appropriate humor.
It's a Dog-Eat-Dog World (McGrowl, No. 5)
Bob Balaban, 2004
Here I Am, Said Smedley (Blue Bananas)
Simon Puttock, Martin Chatterton, Ann Chatterton, 1997
48 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through engaging, whimsical storylines.
Builds empathy with relatable, diverse character experiences.
Supports language skills with simple, effective vocabulary.
Fosters family bonding over shared reading moments.
Here I Am, Said Smedley (Blue Bananas)
Simon Puttock, Martin Chatterton, Ann Chatterton, 1997
Award winning
The Tales of Helpful Henry
Mrs. Brandi Smith, Yograj Saini, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages helpfulness and empathy through fun storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Fosters emotional intelligence and social awareness.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
The Tales of Helpful Henry
Mrs. Brandi Smith, Yograj Saini, 2023
Award winning
The Dog
Laura Ward, Amanda Ward, 1995
17 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages emotional development.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Themes of friendship foster social skills.
Simple text ideal for beginning readers.
The Dog
Laura Ward, Amanda Ward, 1995
The Naughty Mice
Andy Langley, Andrew Langley, John Collins, 1992
10 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of teamwork and problem-solving.
Characters demonstrate consequences of actions.
Engages kids with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Naughty Mice
Andy Langley, Andrew Langley, John Collins, 1992
Award winning
Survival School (Class Pets)
Frank Asch, John Kanzler, 2003
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters model teamwork and resilience.
Encourages creativity through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering family bonds.
Survival School (Class Pets)
Frank Asch, John Kanzler, 2003
Sylvester & Arnold
David Bedford, Tom Jellett, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Promotes teamwork and friendship values.
Encourages understanding diverse personalities.
Engaging narrative boosts children’s reading interest.
Appeals to young readers’ sense of adventure.
Sylvester & Arnold
David Bedford, Tom Jellett, 2013
The Secret Plan
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Clever story of teamwork and strategy.
Engaging visuals stimulate imagination and comprehension.
Encourages resilience and creative solution finding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
