Top-rated books by Michelle Sterling
Maribel's Year
Age: 4-8
Books like Michelle Sterling’s
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
Get Up, Elizabeth!
Shirin Yim Bridges, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations enhance engagement and imagination.
Story encourages resilience and self-reliance.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Get Up, Elizabeth!
Shirin Yim Bridges, 2020
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
161 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale enriches curiosity and imagination.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
Award winning
Ways to Grow Love: Ryan Hart
Renée Watson, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, family, and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy, resilience, and personal growth.
Captivating narrative that keeps young readers engaged.
Supports emotional and social development.

Ways to Grow Love: Ryan Hart
Renée Watson, 2021
Award winning
My Name is Saajin Singh
Kuljinder Kaur Brar, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural diversity and acceptance. - Encourages empathy and friendship. - Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers. - Supports language development and comprehension.

My Name is Saajin Singh
Kuljinder Kaur Brar, 2022
Award winning
I'm Sticking with You--and the Chicken Too!
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship and loyalty in engaging ways.
Introduces teamwork through fun, memorable scenarios.
Boosts comprehension with rhythmic, playful language.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.

I'm Sticking with You--and the Chicken Too!
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2023
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
