Top-rated books by Rachel Ragsdale
Billy Bob the Runaway Goat
Age: 3-10
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Award winning
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on a classic tale inspires creativity.
Emphasizes resilience and bravery through Bea's adventures.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds.
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
Award winning
Thinking Outside the Coop
Betsy Von Hagen, Dr. Claire Copps, Dr. Chris Sanders, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and out-of-the-box thinking.
Engages young readers with humorous, lively illustrations.
Teaches valuable lessons on teamwork and perseverance.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Thinking Outside the Coop
Betsy Von Hagen, Dr. Claire Copps, Dr. Chris Sanders, 2023
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess (Signed Edition)
Jeff Kinney, 2021
226 pages
Why to read
Humor fuels engagement, enhances reading enjoyment.
Encourages resilience through relatable mishaps, setbacks.
Strengthens comprehension with accessible language, structure.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess (Signed Edition)
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Sterling: The lovestruck moose with a heart for cows (True Stories of Animal Heroes)
Vita Murrow, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of unexpected friendship and love.
Highlights values of empathy, acceptance, and perseverance.
Encourages emotional development and social understanding.
Engaging narrative fosters literacy and attention skills.
Sterling: The lovestruck moose with a heart for cows (True Stories of Animal Heroes)
Vita Murrow, 2021
Mole Is Not Alone
Maya Tatsukawa, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional awareness in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Engaging narrative fosters early language skills.
Mole Is Not Alone
Maya Tatsukawa, 2023
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Award winning
The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 2024
45 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of animal behavior and communication.
Engaging hands-on activities to strengthen learning.
Fosters empathy and responsible pet care.
Supports language skills and cognitive development.
The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 2024
Award winning
Fox and Rabbit
Beth Ferry, Laurel Heger, 2021
90 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
