Top-rated books by Mel Armstrong
Into the Wild
Age: 4-7
A Home for Luna
Age: 4-7
Books like Mel Armstrong’s
Lighthouse and the Little Boat
Ben Mantle, Katie Frawley, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience through charming maritime adventures.
Strengthens emotional understanding with engaging narrative.
Fosters empathy with diverse, relatable characters.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, vivid text.

Lighthouse and the Little Boat
Ben Mantle, Katie Frawley, 2024
Award winning
Julie and the Mango Tree
Sade Smith, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through vibrant storytelling.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
Enhances language skills with rhythmic, melodic prose.
Supports cognitive development through engaging narrative.

Julie and the Mango Tree
Sade Smith, 2023
The Wind in the Willows: (Young Reading Series 2)
Lesley Sims, Rax King, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Classic tale adapted for young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and expressive language skills.
Encourages adventure spirit and friendship values.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.

The Wind in the Willows: (Young Reading Series 2)
Lesley Sims, Rax King, 2021
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.

This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Oi Frog! 10th Anniversary Edition
Kes Gray, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Rhyming text enhances phonetic awareness and early reading skills.
Engaging animal characters captivate and maintain young readers' interest.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, situational humor.
Reinforces language patterns, crucial for cognitive development.

Oi Frog! 10th Anniversary Edition
Kes Gray, 2024
The Zebra's Great Escape
Katherine Rundell, 2022
60 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters teach resilience and resourcefulness.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving.
Engaging narrative encourages shared reading sessions.

The Zebra's Great Escape
Katherine Rundell, 2022
Our Wild Garden
Daniel Seton, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Explores nature's wonders through a captivating story.
Encourages environmental awareness and appreciation.
Supports curiosity and scientific learning.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Our Wild Garden
Daniel Seton, 2025
Steve Irwin: Volume 104
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tales of wildlife conservation.
Teaches respect for animals and nature.
Encourages curiosity and learning about biology.
Engaging stories promote family discussions.
