Top-rated books by Nicola Colton
Jasper and Scruff: Take A Bow
Age: 5-8
Zim Zam Zoom!
Age: 6-9
Books like Nicola Colton’s
Award winning
The Perfect Tail: A Fred and Lulu Story
Mie Araki, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of Fred and Lulu's creative journey.
Encourages collaboration and friendship values.
Stimulates children's creativity and imagination.
Supports early developmental reading skills.

The Perfect Tail: A Fred and Lulu Story
Mie Araki, 2004
Award winning
See You Later Croc-A-Gator
Imogen Shelton, Alina Kralia, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach resilience and adaptability through fun adventures.
Enhances language skills and comprehension in young readers.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading time.

See You Later Croc-A-Gator
Imogen Shelton, Alina Kralia, 2023
Award winning
An Alpaca in My Pocket
Mindy J. B. Whitten, 2011
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young imaginations.
Encourages empathy and understanding through animal character interactions.
Supports language development with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

An Alpaca in My Pocket
Mindy J. B. Whitten, 2011
Sleepy Sammy (Animal Crackers)
Rose Impey, 1994
56 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline fosters imaginative thinking.
Relatable animal characters enhance emotional connection.
Encourages restful bedtime routines through narrative.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Sleepy Sammy (Animal Crackers)
Rose Impey, 1994
Award winning
My Very First Friend
Kristina K Sheldon, Megan Barnes, Jillian Dister, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Fosters early social skills and friendship values.
Engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in preschoolers.

My Very First Friend
Kristina K Sheldon, Megan Barnes, Jillian Dister, 2022
Lulu
Georgie Donaghey, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative captures children’s attention effectively.
Characters exhibit resilience and growth throughout the story.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, clear text.

Lulu
Georgie Donaghey, 2015
Solomon Smee Versus the Monkeys
Joanna Nadin, 2004
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates young readers' imaginations.
Features relatable, quirky protagonist, Solomon Smee.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Enhances vocabulary through playful, dynamic language.

Solomon Smee Versus the Monkeys
Joanna Nadin, 2004
Award winning
Tillie & Clementine Zoo Switcheroo
Dan Killeen, 2015
48 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story sparks curiosity and engagement.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
