Top-rated books by Mlakar
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Age: 13-18
Books like Mlakar’s
Have You Ever?
Joanne Bieler, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Engages curiosity through playful questioning.
Foster's child's imagination and creativity.
Encourages interactive and participative reading.
Builds communication and reasoning skills.

Have You Ever?
Joanne Bieler, 2021
Award winning
Joy! You Find What You Look For
Gina Prosch, Kyle Merriman, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Encourages positive thinking and joy discovery.
Illustrations captivate and spark children's imagination.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Engaging narrative fosters love for reading.

Joy! You Find What You Look For
Gina Prosch, Kyle Merriman, 2023
Award winning
Having Fun
Vicki Yates, 2007
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Characters model positive behaviors and decision-making.
Encourages interactive reading and playtime discussions.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.

Having Fun
Vicki Yates, 2007
Award winning
Rudy and the Monster at School
Paul Westmoreland, George Ermos, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Addresses fears with humor and understanding.
Encourages bravery and resilience in kids.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Ideal for parent-child cooperative reading sessions.

Rudy and the Monster at School
Paul Westmoreland, George Ermos, 2022
Award winning
You Can Be ABCs
Robert Samuel White II, Robert Paul Jr., 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with alphabets and diverse career options.
Encourages aspirational thinking and self-discovery.
Bright illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early literacy and learning skills development.

You Can Be ABCs
Robert Samuel White II, Robert Paul Jr., 2021
Award winning
Treasure Box: Book 7
Maryknoll Sisters, Richard Ginder, Miki, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Stimulates curiosity through mystery elements.
Supports vocabulary development and comprehension skills.

Treasure Box: Book 7
Maryknoll Sisters, Richard Ginder, Miki, 1996
Our Special World: My Friends
Liz Lennon, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Explores the value of friendship through engaging stories.
Enhances social skills and empathy in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages discussions about relationships and cooperation.

Our Special World: My Friends
Liz Lennon, 2018
I'm Actually Really Grown-Up Now
Maisie Paradise Shearring, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes independence and self-confidence in children.
Illustrates the importance of perseverance and creativity.
Encourages dialogue on growing up and responsibilities.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
