Top-rated books by Shelley Southern
Books like Shelley Southern’s
Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes (Ready-To-Read)
Traditional, Jeannie Winston, unknown author, 2003
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances motor skills through interactive singing and movements.
Fosters language development and phonetic awareness.
Encourages physical activity and body awareness.
Fun, rhythmic read-aloud experience for toddlers.
Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes (Ready-To-Read)
Traditional, Jeannie Winston, unknown author, 2003
Award winning
Scott Foresman- Reading: My Time to Shine, Grade 2, Level 2
Scott Foresman, Peter Afferbach, 2002
520 pages
Why to read
Cultivates reading confidence in second-grade students.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills effectively.
Engaging stories that foster a love of reading.
Supports curriculum standards with enjoyable content.
Scott Foresman- Reading: My Time to Shine, Grade 2, Level 2
Scott Foresman, Peter Afferbach, 2002
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Storybooks
Roderick Hunt, 2003
24 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with captivating storytelling. Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills. Supports early literacy development stages. Encourages enjoyment of reading through diverse characters.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Storybooks
Roderick Hunt, 2003
Ladybird Key Words Reading Scheme: Series C, No. 9
W. Murray, 1966
56 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through structured phonetic progression.
Boosts reading confidence with familiar scenarios.
Supports comprehension skills, critical for early literacy.
Encourages independent reading with simple, engaging stories.
Ladybird Key Words Reading Scheme: Series C, No. 9
W. Murray, 1966
Award winning
The Biggest Baddest Wolf (Ready Steady Read)
Nick Ward, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances focus and reading skills.
Cultivates empathy through character-driven narrative.
Encourages interactive problem-solving and creativity.
Supports developmental milestones in literacy.
The Biggest Baddest Wolf (Ready Steady Read)
Nick Ward, 2008
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 1-2: Glow-worms: Pack (6 Books, 1 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2004
12 pages
Why to read
Tailored for early readers, enhancing basic reading skills.
Engaging stories stimulate imagination and curiosity.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages parent-child bonding through reading together.
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 1-2: Glow-worms: Pack (6 Books, 1 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2004
Award winning
Delights: Houghton Mifflin Reading, Level 2.2
John J. Pikulski, Kathryn H. Au, J. David Cooper, David J. Chard, MaryEllen Vogt, Sheila W. Valencia, Shane Templeton, Marjorie Y. Lipson, Claude N. Goldenberg, Gilbert Garcia, 2004
486 pages
Why to read
Boosts literacy skills with engaging, diverse stories.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving narratives.
Encourages emotional intelligence with relatable characters.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Delights: Houghton Mifflin Reading, Level 2.2
John J. Pikulski, Kathryn H. Au, J. David Cooper, David J. Chard, MaryEllen Vogt, Sheila W. Valencia, Shane Templeton, Marjorie Y. Lipson, Claude N. Goldenberg, Gilbert Garcia, 2004
Hubert Hunts His Hum (Read It Again. Level 2)
Sue Lock, Jack Newnham, 1980
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates problem-solving skills.
Colorful characters foster emotional connection and empathy.
Reinforces literacy with repetitive, rhythmic phrasing.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonds.
