Top-rated books by Shannon
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Age: 5-9
Books like Shannon’s
Award winning
The Sad Rat: Early Reader
Cove Books, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and resilience in children.
Simple language perfect for early readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of feelings.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate.

The Sad Rat: Early Reader
Cove Books, 2022
Award winning
Call Me Max
Kyle Lukoff, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of identity and acceptance.
Encourages discussions on diversity and inclusivity.
Supports understanding of personal and social identity.
Illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

Call Me Max
Kyle Lukoff, 2019
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
448 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, relatable school experiences.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creativity through lively storytelling.
Supports social skill development in young readers.

Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
Award winning
Kindness Week
Tahiya Cooper, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy through engaging, heartfelt stories.
Encourages positive behavior and community involvement.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Kindness Week
Tahiya Cooper, 2021
Chevy Faces the Bullies
Abbey Campbell Cook, Gail L Cook, 2023
75 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying with sensitivity and understanding.
Empowers children to stand up against adversity.
Encourages empathy and kindness in young readers.
Supports social and emotional development.

Chevy Faces the Bullies
Abbey Campbell Cook, Gail L Cook, 2023
Award winning
Kindness Wins: Stories of Love Elementary
Marguerite Locke, Julie Osterman Robyn Katz, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explores empathy through engaging and relatable stories.
Encourages kindness and friendship in early schooling.
Strengthens social skills through narrative examples.
Warm illustrations complement heartwarming tales.

Kindness Wins: Stories of Love Elementary
Marguerite Locke, Julie Osterman Robyn Katz, 2021
Award winning
Stella's Brave Voice
Marissa Bader, Brooke Vitale, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and self-expression in challenging situations.
Stella's journey inspires bravery and finding one's voice.
Enhances empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Ideal for parent-child bonding over shared reading time.

Stella's Brave Voice
Marissa Bader, Brooke Vitale, 2023
Be Confident: A Child's Guide to Conquering Fears
Poppy O'Neill, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Empowers children to tackle fears confidently.
Engaging, supportive narrative fosters self-assurance.
Encourages resilience and emotional intelligence.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
