Top-rated books by Rachel Vail
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Julia Jones' Diary - Book 4 - My First Boyfriend: Girls Books Ages 9-12
Katrina Kahler, 2014
108 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional growth through first crush narratives.
Encourages resilience and self-discovery in challenging situations.
Emphasizes importance of friendship and trust.
Captures tween complexities with sensitivity and humor.
Julia Jones' Diary - Book 4 - My First Boyfriend: Girls Books Ages 9-12
Katrina Kahler, 2014
Award winning
A Big Guy Took My Ball!
Mo Willems, 2015
60 pages
Why to read
Highlight conflict resolution and sharing.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage children.
Ideal for promoting discussions on fairness and friendship.
A Big Guy Took My Ball!
Mo Willems, 2015
Award winning
Sugar Plum Ballerinas: Plum Fantastic
Whoopi Goldberg, 2011
480 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through lively, engaging storytelling.
Encourages perseverance, teamwork in relatable scenarios.
Strengthens reading skills with clear, accessible language.
Fosters self-expression and confidence in young readers.
Sugar Plum Ballerinas: Plum Fantastic
Whoopi Goldberg, 2011
Award winning
Emily Learns to Pray
Daniel B Lancaster, Jeffrey Lancaster, Cindy Monroy, Sarah Hernández, 2021
31 pages
Why to read
Introduces prayer concepts in a child-friendly manner.
Encourages spiritual growth and emotional understanding.
Supports parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Enhances vocabulary and narrative comprehension.
Emily Learns to Pray
Daniel B Lancaster, Jeffrey Lancaster, Cindy Monroy, Sarah Hernández, 2021
Award winning
A Phone for Christmas
Talia Zales, Talia Zales Books LLC, Izzy B, 2022
31 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with innovative storytelling.
Addresses technology usage in a child-friendly manner.
Encourages communication skills and emotional growth.
Perfect blend of humor and valuable life lessons.
A Phone for Christmas
Talia Zales, Talia Zales Books LLC, Izzy B, 2022
Award winning
The Power of Kindness: A book for children about what kindness is. To help them become a kind acts whiz.
Alice Bell, Eunie Draw, 2023
37 pages
Why to read
Explores kindness through engaging, relatable stories.
Encourages empathy and positive behavior in children.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Supports emotional development and social skills.
The Power of Kindness: A book for children about what kindness is. To help them become a kind acts whiz.
Alice Bell, Eunie Draw, 2023
Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional awareness through accessible storytelling.
Encourages resilience and coping with diverse daily experiences.
Supports emotional development and empathy in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
Award winning
Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, Hiroe Nakata, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming shyness in a relatable way.
Encourages social confidence and interpersonal skills.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
