Top-rated books by Maurice Sendak
Books like Maurice Sendak’s
Award winning
Big Al the Basset Hound's Grand Adventure
Faith O'neil Williams, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Adventure story fosters curiosity and exploration in children.
Illustrates values of friendship and teamwork.
Engages young readers with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Big Al the Basset Hound's Grand Adventure
Faith O'neil Williams, 2023
Award winning
A Finder's Magic
Philippa Pearce, Helen Craig, 2008
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of loss, search, and magical discovery.
Strengthens resilience and creativity in young readers.
Encourages exploration of emotions and relationships.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
A Finder's Magic
Philippa Pearce, Helen Craig, 2008
Award winning
Just Gus
Erin Jeffers, Patti Jeffers, US Illustrations, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale about friendship and courage.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
Supports language development and literacy skills.
Just Gus
Erin Jeffers, Patti Jeffers, US Illustrations, 2023
Dog on a Broomstick
Jan Page, Nick Price, 1997
63 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children's imagination.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances vocabulary and inferential thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Dog on a Broomstick
Jan Page, Nick Price, 1997
Award winning
Harper and the Circus of Dreams
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2016
152 pages
Why to read
Vivid, dreamlike illustrations spark creativity and imagination.
Addresses themes of friendship, bravery, and self-discovery.
Enhances reading skills and emotional understanding.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
Harper and the Circus of Dreams
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2016
Award winning
Barney: Follow Me!
Quinlan B. Lee, Darren McKee, 2004
6 pages
Why to read
Interactive adventure with Barney and his friends.
Encourages following directions and active participation.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in young readers.
Supports early learning and developmental milestones.
Barney: Follow Me!
Quinlan B. Lee, Darren McKee, 2004
Award winning
Sipping Spiders Through a Straw: Campfire Songs for Monsters
Kelly Dipucchio, Gris Grimly, 2008
30 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and playful monster-themed songs.
Enhances verbal skills through rhymes and repetitive patterns.
Encourages musical interest and rhythmic awareness.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Sipping Spiders Through a Straw: Campfire Songs for Monsters
Kelly Dipucchio, Gris Grimly, 2008
Tuna The Travel Cat
Annelise Powell, 2023
111 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey ignites curiosity and exploration.
Introduces diverse cultures through Tuna’s global travels.
Enhances geographic knowledge and cultural understanding.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
