Top-rated books by Polly Ho-Yen
The Boy Who Grew A Tree
Age: 5-7
Books like Polly Ho-Yen’s
Award winning
The Adventures of Mango Moni: The First Day of Mango Season
Katie Riddle, Testimony Olubunmi, Adeogun Williams, 2023
75 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging tale to kick off mango season.
Illustrates teamwork and friendship dynamics.
Supports early developmental learning stages.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in children.

The Adventures of Mango Moni: The First Day of Mango Season
Katie Riddle, Testimony Olubunmi, Adeogun Williams, 2023
Peek-a-You! (Bright Brown Baby Board Book)
Andrea Davis Pinkney, Brian Pinkney, 2022
20 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity with vibrant, multicultural illustrations.
Engages babies with interactive, peek-a-boo play.
Supports language development and sensory skills.
Board book format ensures durability for little hands.

Peek-a-You! (Bright Brown Baby Board Book)
Andrea Davis Pinkney, Brian Pinkney, 2022
Wanda & Dragonfly
Anna Hymas, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of friendship and discovery.
Enhances empathy through relatable, dynamic characters.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.

Wanda & Dragonfly
Anna Hymas, 2013
Festive Flamingo: Meditations for Children (Calm, Create, Meditate.)
Shaula Maitland, Kat Stock, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Enhances mindfulness and relaxation for children.
Encourages creativity through calming meditative exercises.
Supports emotional regulation in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading before bedtime.

Festive Flamingo: Meditations for Children (Calm, Create, Meditate.)
Shaula Maitland, Kat Stock, 2019
Award winning
Rainy Days with Bear
Maureen Hull, Leanne Franson, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional growth.
Features relatable, endearing characters for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Rainy Days with Bear
Maureen Hull, Leanne Franson, 2016
Award winning
Dot the Ladybug: Dot Day
Kallie George, Stephanie Fizer Coleman, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, teamwork, and curiosity.
Enhances understanding of nature and insect life.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Dot the Ladybug: Dot Day
Kallie George, Stephanie Fizer Coleman, 2023
Award winning
The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey in search of the ideal pumpkin.
Teaches perseverance and decision-making effectively.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
Award winning
Firecrackers
Zaro Weil, Jo Riddell, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Vivid poetry fires imagination and stimulates language skills.
Illustrations elevate story, enhancing visual literacy.
Themes of nature build environmental awareness, curiosity.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable narratives.
