Top-rated books by Mel Darmawan
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Age: 3-18
Books like Mel Darmawan’s
Prayers for Girls
Gabrielle Mercer, 2012
22 pages
Why to read
Nurtures spirituality and moral values in young girls.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations complement the text.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.

Prayers for Girls
Gabrielle Mercer, 2012
Award winning
Powerful You
Kate Jane Neal, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children through relatable, realistic scenarios.
Enhances emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
Interactive storytelling promotes family bonding.

Powerful You
Kate Jane Neal, 2023
Award winning
Never Give Up
Dennis Vanasse, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Inspires perseverance and resilience in young readers.
Encourages overcoming obstacles through engaging storytelling.
Features characters demonstrating determination and grit.
Ideal for boosting confidence and self-belief in children.

Never Give Up
Dennis Vanasse, 2013
Award winning
The Girls' Secret Handbook
Gemma Reece, Katy Jackson, 2013
192 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with confidence and self-discovery.
Interactive activities that boost creativity and social skills.
Addresses core values and personal challenges.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and daughters.

The Girls' Secret Handbook
Gemma Reece, Katy Jackson, 2013
Award winning
Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness in young children.
Empowers children to express and understand feelings.
Illustrations captivate and convey emotional context.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over sensitive topics.

Miss Mary Lou asks Why Am I Sad?
M.J. Parker, 2021
Award winning
Gray Whales
Sarah Palmer, 1988
23 pages
Why to read
Enhances knowledge about marine life and ecosystems.
Stimulating visuals captivate and educate young readers.
Encourages environmental awareness and conservation.
Supports vocabulary expansion and scientific curiosity.

Gray Whales
Sarah Palmer, 1988
The Council of Good Friends
Rochelle Falconer, 2023
300 pages
Why to read
Fosters teamwork and collaboration among diverse characters.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of different perspectives.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging, meaningful narrative.

The Council of Good Friends
Rochelle Falconer, 2023
Happy Easter
Random House, unknown author, 2021
158 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Easter with engaging, colorful illustrations.
Introduces children to Easter traditions and symbols.
Encourages family reading and holiday participation.
Supports early learning and development through storytelling.
