Top-rated books by Pete Johnson
My Parents are Out of Control
Age: 9-11
Hero
Age: 11-12
Books like Pete Johnson’s
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Owen
Kevin Henkes, 1993
24 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood attachment to comfort items effectively.
Highlights emotional growth and family dynamics warmly.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Warm illustrations complement a heartfelt narrative.
Owen
Kevin Henkes, 1993
Can't Sit Still: 9
Karen Elisa Lotz, Karen E. Lotz, 1993
480 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with dynamic, energetic storytelling.
Encourages movement and active play through narrative.
Supports development of focus and self-regulation skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
Can't Sit Still: 9
Karen Elisa Lotz, Karen E. Lotz, 1993
Amazing Learning Adventures of Yama-Yama Ding-Dong: Where Imagination Meets Education
John Moher, 2023
94 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, imaginative storytelling.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging, educational puzzles.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared reading.
Amazing Learning Adventures of Yama-Yama Ding-Dong: Where Imagination Meets Education
John Moher, 2023
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Just For You: A Mom Like No Other
Christine Taylor-Butler, Nancy Devard, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates unique bond between mothers and children.
Encourages appreciation for motherly love and sacrifices.
Vibrant illustrations enhance emotional connection.
Supports emotional and social development.
Just For You: A Mom Like No Other
Christine Taylor-Butler, Nancy Devard, 2004
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Kanga and Anger: Coping with Anger
Joy Cowley, Ji-Soo Shin, 2015
29 pages
Why to read
Teaches effective strategies for managing anger.
Encourages emotional understanding and empathy.
Supports development of self-regulation skills.
Engagement through colorful illustrations and storyline.
Kanga and Anger: Coping with Anger
Joy Cowley, Ji-Soo Shin, 2015
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Pillow Tales I: Parent-Child 20 Five-Minute Children‘s Bedtime Stories
Ingram Hart, 2023
120 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with delightful, quick stories.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Encourages imagination and emotional development.
Accessible language tailored for young children.
Pillow Tales I: Parent-Child 20 Five-Minute Children‘s Bedtime Stories
Ingram Hart, 2023
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Amelia
Fred Wehr, Rebecca Irish, 1994
60 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline boosts creativity and imagination.
Characters teach resilience and problem-solving skills.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, context-based learning.
Cultivates empathy and understanding through diverse experiences.
Amelia
Fred Wehr, Rebecca Irish, 1994
Award winning
Save the Day (Tiny Geniuses 4): Volume 4
Megan E. Bryant, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with exciting, action-packed superhero adventures.
Strengthens critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Characters exemplify teamwork and leadership qualities.
Fosters a love for reading with engaging storytelling.
