Top-rated books by Phillip Colla
Blue Whales
Age: 6-10
Books like Phillip Colla’s
Award winning
Very First Questions and Answers: What is Poop?
Katie Daynes, Marta Álvarez Miguéns, 2017
12 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with fun, educational content.
Answers common, curious questions about natural processes.
Encourages early scientific thinking and exploration.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Very First Questions and Answers: What is Poop?
Katie Daynes, Marta Álvarez Miguéns, 2017
Award winning
Palm Tree Christmas
Barbara Reilly Mcdermott, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse traditions and holiday experiences.
Fosters creativity and open-mindedness in young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Perfect for family holiday reading and bonding.
Palm Tree Christmas
Barbara Reilly Mcdermott, 2022
Award winning
A Place for Butterflies
Melissa Stewart, Higgins Bond, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on butterfly conservation and ecosystems.
Stunning illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages environmental awareness from an early age.
Supports development of empathy towards nature.
A Place for Butterflies
Melissa Stewart, Higgins Bond, 2006
Award winning
Shells of the World Coloring Book (Dover Sea Life Coloring Books)
Lucia DeLeiris, 1983
48 pages
Why to read
Explore marine life through vivid illustrations.
Boosts knowledge on diverse sea shells.
Encourages artistic skills and color recognition.
Ideal for quiet, focused activity time.
Shells of the World Coloring Book (Dover Sea Life Coloring Books)
Lucia DeLeiris, 1983
Selfies With Komodos: Poems
Brian Moses, Ed Boxall, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in poetry through exciting wildlife adventures.
Encourages creativity and expression in young readers.
Illustrations complement and enhance the poetic narrative.
Ideal for fostering a love of nature and animals.
Selfies With Komodos: Poems
Brian Moses, Ed Boxall, 2023
Award winning
Antsy Ansel: Ansel Adams, a Life in Nature
Cindy Jenson-Elliott, Christy Hale, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through Ansel Adams’ adventurous life story.
Highlights the importance of nature and environmental conservation.
Encourages exploration and following one's passion.
Educational insights into photography and history.
Antsy Ansel: Ansel Adams, a Life in Nature
Cindy Jenson-Elliott, Christy Hale, 2016
Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist): A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica
Michelle LaRue, Chris Packham, Dr. Michelle LaRue, Pham Quang Phuc, Neon Squid, John Doe, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explore the mysterious world of Emperor Penguins.
Designed to spark curiosity about wildlife and nature.
Supports development of observational and research skills.
Encourages a lifelong love for science and exploration.
Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist): A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica
Michelle LaRue, Chris Packham, Dr. Michelle LaRue, Pham Quang Phuc, Neon Squid, John Doe, 2022
Goodnight Great Outdoors: Nature Time
Lucas Alberg, Megan Marie Myers, 2021
22 pages
Why to read
Encourages appreciation for nature through a soothing bedtime story.
Features vivid, captivating illustrations enhancing the outdoor experience.
Supports language development and environmental awareness.
Ideal for bedtime rituals, fostering calm and curiosity.
