Top-rated books by Sojung Kim-McCarthy
The Girl Who Became A Fish
Age: 4-5
The Boy Who Grew A Tree
Age: 5-7
Books like Sojung Kim-McCarthy’s
Award winning
Tales from Beneath the Banyan Leaves
Gretchen Razner, Terri Bailey, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Captivating folklore-inspired stories enhance cultural knowledge.
Engages young readers with vivid, rich illustrations.
Encourages empathy through diverse character experiences.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structures.

Tales from Beneath the Banyan Leaves
Gretchen Razner, Terri Bailey, 2023
Award winning
On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
312 pages
Why to read
Simplified Bible stories fostering spiritual and moral growth.
Engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imagination.
Enhances literacy with age-appropriate language.
Encourages family discussions about values and beliefs.

On-My-Own Reader Bible (The NLT® Story Bible Series)
Anonymous, Standard Publishing, Shari Warren, 2004
Goodnight Dinosaurs
Molly Littleboy, Jacob Souva, 2023
12 pages
Why to read
Engaging, comforting bedtime dinosaur-themed narrative.
Enhances knowledge about dinosaurs in a fun way.
Supports early literacy and language skills development.
Encourages a soothing bedtime routine for children.

Goodnight Dinosaurs
Molly Littleboy, Jacob Souva, 2023
Award winning
Hurricane
David Wiesner, 1990
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations ignite imagination and creativity.
Encourages exploration of natural phenomena through storytelling.
Supports development of empathy and resilience in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Hurricane
David Wiesner, 1990
The traveling Caterpillar An Bolb Taistil (English Irish Bilingual Book for Children)
Rayne Coshav, Kidkiddos Books, Patrisia Marian, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Enhances bilingual skills in English and Irish.
Promotes cultural awareness and diversity.
Supports cognitive development through language learning.
Engaging story fosters a love for reading.

The traveling Caterpillar An Bolb Taistil (English Irish Bilingual Book for Children)
Rayne Coshav, Kidkiddos Books, Patrisia Marian, 2023
Wanda & Dragonfly
Anna Hymas, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of friendship and discovery.
Enhances empathy through relatable, dynamic characters.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.

Wanda & Dragonfly
Anna Hymas, 2013
Beetle Wants to Fly: Independent Reading Green 5
Jackie Walter, Elisa Patrissi (artist) Jackie Walter (author), Elisa Patrissi, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages independence and self-discovery in young readers.
Engaging story promotes resilience and perseverance.
Supports early literacy and comprehension skills.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

Beetle Wants to Fly: Independent Reading Green 5
Jackie Walter, Elisa Patrissi (artist) Jackie Walter (author), Elisa Patrissi, 2023
Award winning
Jill and Jake - Day at the Lake
Nicole Lenz, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story that stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters display teamwork and friendship values.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language and rhymes.
Ideal for fostering a love for nature and outdoors.
