Top-rated books by Nicola O'Bryne
Dread Cat
Age: 4-8
Books like Nicola O'Bryne’s
Award winning
Friendly Matches
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging collection of humorous children's poems.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Encourages creative thinking and enjoyment of poetry.
Ideal for shared reading between parents and children.
Friendly Matches
Allan Ahlberg, 2001
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, Chris Van Dusen, Listening Library, Bahni Turpin, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, Chris Van Dusen, Listening Library, Bahni Turpin, 2022
Award winning
Tuesday - The Curse of the Blue Spots (Total Mayhem 2)
Ralph Lazar, 2020
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging, action-packed narrative stimulates imagination.
Characters exhibit teamwork, resilience, and problem-solving.
Enhances reading skills and cognitive development.
Addresses real-life issues in a child-friendly manner.
Tuesday - The Curse of the Blue Spots (Total Mayhem 2)
Ralph Lazar, 2020
Award winning
Ready for Spaghetti
Michael Rosen, Polly Dunbar, 2022
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating, lively narrative stimulates young minds.
Characters embody everyday experiences, fostering emotional growth.
Enhances language skills through playful rhymes and rhythms.
Supports early developmental milestones with engaging content.
Ready for Spaghetti
Michael Rosen, Polly Dunbar, 2022
Award winning
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters empathy and emotional development.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through vivid storytelling.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Footprints
Shannon Jade, Maynard Balinggao, 2021
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
Award winning
Billy Bonkers
Nick Sharratt, Andreae Giles, Giles, Reae, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, imaginative adventures stimulate mental growth.
Characters exhibit resilience and problem-solving skills.
Encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Engaging narrative promotes prolonged focus and enjoyment.
Billy Bonkers
Nick Sharratt, Andreae Giles, Giles, Reae, 2005
Hard Boiled Legs
Michael Rosen, Daniel Rosen, Quentin Blake, 1986
18 pages
Why to read
Engaging and whimsical adventure story.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Encourages creative thinking and curiosity.
Ideal for improving reading skills.
