Top-rated books by Ron Schmidt
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Age: 3-7
Books like Ron Schmidt’s
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.

Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.

How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday: A Graphic Novel
Ann M. Martin, 2023
156 pages
Why to read
Relatable story for young readers about growing up and friendship.
Engaging graphic novel format that brings the story to life.
Positive messages about kindness and perseverance.
Part of a popular series that encourages children to read more.

Karen's Birthday: A Graphic Novel
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Adventurous and creative story arc.
Characters exemplify teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances imaginative thinking and creativity.
Ideal for home or classroom shared reading.

The Great Pencil Quest: Another Wallace the Brave Adventure (Volume 5)
Will Henry, 2023
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Super Rabbit Boy World!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Exciting, adventurous narrative engages young readers.
Characters demonstrate resilience and teamwork.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Ideal for enhancing early reading development.

Super Rabbit Boy World!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2022
Award winning
Would You Rather... The Harry Potter Fan Edition!: An unofficial HP game book filled with over 140 funny, clever, and thoughtful Harry Potter prompts and questions
Heidi Bee, 2022
83 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with Harry Potter-themed scenarios.
Boosts decision-making skills through engaging prompts.
Encourages family interaction and bonding during gameplay.
Fosters creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.
