Top-rated books by Shannon Hale
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Award winning
Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Unleashes creativity with captivating giant monster adventures.
Fosters emotional growth through Anzu's character development.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse creatures.
Ideal for boosting literacy and engagement in young readers.
Anzu the Great Kaiju
Benson Shum, 2022
Award winning
Aesop's Fables Hardcover: The Classic Edition
Aesop, 2020
64 pages
Why to read
Timeless fables teach valuable life lessons effortlessly.
Enhances moral reasoning in young minds.
Engaging stories foster children’s imaginative thinking.
Perfect for shared reading and discussions.
Aesop's Fables Hardcover: The Classic Edition
Aesop, 2020
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
Award winning
Classics
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated): The 1900 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations
L. Frank Baum, Catherine Miles, 2023
180 pages
Why to read
Classic adventure enriches imagination and creativity.
Timeless characters foster emotional intelligence and empathy.
Encourages resilience and self-discovery through challenges.
Illustrations enhance visual stimulation and engagement.
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (Illustrated): The 1900 Classic Edition with Original Illustrations
L. Frank Baum, Catherine Miles, 2023
Award winning
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through creative, colorful storytelling.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, engaging plot.
Supports social skills development with relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
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
My Little Pony: 5-Minute Stories
Hasbro, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity with engaging magical adventures.
Develops empathy through diverse, relatable pony characters.
Encourages early reading with manageable story length.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading moments.
