Top-rated books by Monta Hernon
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Award winning
My Forever Friend
Antoinette Forte, Abdullah Chaudry, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship and compassion through engaging storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Stimulating visuals complement the enriching narrative.
Ideal for bonding during parent-child reading time.

My Forever Friend
Antoinette Forte, Abdullah Chaudry, 2023
Award winning
Ruby & Joseph
Patrice Kasimov, Gemti Loewenstein, 2023
115 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship, empathy, and perseverance themes.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Ruby & Joseph
Patrice Kasimov, Gemti Loewenstein, 2023
Award winning
The Legend of the Christmas Witch
Daniel Murphy, Aubrey Plaza, Julia Iredale, Listening Library, Dan Murphy, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Intriguing twist on traditional Christmas tales.
Empowers creativity and divergent thinking in children.
Teaches the value of kindness and understanding.
Encourages bonding through shared family reading.

The Legend of the Christmas Witch
Daniel Murphy, Aubrey Plaza, Julia Iredale, Listening Library, Dan Murphy, 2021
The Gathering
Margaret Piscitelli, 2023
75 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and bravery.
Encourages teamwork and community participation.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

The Gathering
Margaret Piscitelli, 2023
Award winning
The Magic Hat Shop
Sonja Wimmer, Jon Brokenbrow, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsical storytelling.
Enhances decision-making through engaging narratives.
Builds empathy with diverse, lively characters.

The Magic Hat Shop
Sonja Wimmer, Jon Brokenbrow, 2016
Award winning
Days of the Week: A Dusty the Bulldog Story
Anne Mitchell, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with rhythmic storytelling about weekly activities.
Dusty the Bulldog teaches days through colorful adventures.
Enhances memory and sequence understanding in young readers.
Ideal for family bonding over routine learning.

Days of the Week: A Dusty the Bulldog Story
Anne Mitchell, 2022
The Wishing Jug (Enid Blyton Star Reads)
Enid Blyton, 2015
192 pages
Why to read
Encourages imagination through magical and captivating storytelling.
Develops empathy by exploring diverse, relatable character dilemmas.
Stimulates problem-solving through engaging, adventurous plots.
Ensures a delightful and instructive reading journey.

The Wishing Jug (Enid Blyton Star Reads)
Enid Blyton, 2015
Award winning
Ellie Sparkle: Rewrite the Tradition
Verena Heissenberger, 2023
59 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity, challenges traditional roles.
Encourages individuality and self-expression.
Supports problem-solving, critical thinking skills.
Engaging storyline, vibrant illustrations.
