Top-rated books by Melissa Castrillón
Books like Melissa Castrillón’s
Award winning
If Jesus Were a Butterfly
Jill Burdorf, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Explores spirituality through engaging, imaginative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Enhances emotional and social development.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

If Jesus Were a Butterfly
Jill Burdorf, 2023
Award winning
All The Year Round
John Yeoman, Quentin Blake, Quentin Blake - illustrator, Bolinda audio, Hugh Dennis, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Explores seasons with vibrant illustrations and engaging narratives.
Enhances understanding of the natural world in young readers.
Encourages curiosity and learning through appealing storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

All The Year Round
John Yeoman, Quentin Blake, Quentin Blake - illustrator, Bolinda audio, Hugh Dennis, 2017
The Bundaloop Adventures: Pine Cone Soup
Scott Conners, Nathalie Kranich, 2023
114 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, adventurous storytelling.
Teaches resilience and teamwork through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills in fun, engaging scenarios.
Ideal for quality parent-child reading time.

The Bundaloop Adventures: Pine Cone Soup
Scott Conners, Nathalie Kranich, 2023
Award winning
Brody's Hibernation Tale
Cindy Sadowsky, Shelley Sadowsky, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about animals and seasonal changes.
Encourages understanding of nature and animal behavior.
Supports early learning about weather and adaptation.
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity and knowledge.

Brody's Hibernation Tale
Cindy Sadowsky, Shelley Sadowsky, 2023
Award winning
Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, Keith Mallett, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores colors through engaging, vibrant illustrations.
Enhances color recognition and sensory development.
Stimulates curiosity and creativity in young readers.
Supports early childhood education fundamentals.

Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, Keith Mallett, 2022
Award winning
The Adventures of Daisy & Dru: The Wisdom of The Wind
Malcolm Hawkins, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Encourages understanding of natural environmental cycles.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.

The Adventures of Daisy & Dru: The Wisdom of The Wind
Malcolm Hawkins, 2023
Award winning
Tales of the Mushroom Folk
Signe Aspelin, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Fosters appreciation for nature and environmental consciousness.
Encourages empathy through diverse mushroom character stories.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Tales of the Mushroom Folk
Signe Aspelin, 2016
Award winning
Roo's Fine Flapping Day: At Flaky Acres Feather Farm (Auralee Arkinsly Picture Books for Early Readers Book 2)
Auralee Arkinsly, Kathy Joy, Yolanda Van Heerden, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging story set at Flaky Acres Feather Farm.
Teaches problem-solving through relatable characters.
Encourages imaginative thinking and exploration.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.
