Top-rated books by Stacy Mcanulty
Books like Stacy Mcanulty’s
Award winning
Five Little Kittens
Sharon Peters, 1982
30 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of playful curiosity in kittens.
Encourages empathy through character development and interaction.
Reinforces counting and basic math skills interactively.
Vibrant illustrations engage and delight young readers.

Five Little Kittens
Sharon Peters, 1982
This Book is Not a Bedtime Story
Eoin Mclaughlin, Rob Starling, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Captivates with humor and unexpected twists.
Fosters creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Enhances parent-child bonding during reading time.
Addresses overcoming fears in a fun way.

This Book is Not a Bedtime Story
Eoin Mclaughlin, Rob Starling, 2020
Award winning
Smile, Sophia
Skylaar Amann, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Boosts self-confidence with positive character developments.
Encourages understanding of emotions and social situations.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.

Smile, Sophia
Skylaar Amann, 2022
Award winning
Brave Bear
Tessa Strickland, Estelí Meza, 2022
14 pages
Why to read
Empowers courage and resilience in young readers.
Encourages empathy through relatable bear character.
Supports emotional development and self-discovery.
Engaging story fosters a love for reading.

Brave Bear
Tessa Strickland, Estelí Meza, 2022
Award winning
The Pond
Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of grief and healing through nature.
Illustrations complement the serene, reflective storytelling style.
Encourages environmental awareness and curiosity in young readers.
Supports emotional development and understanding of loss.

The Pond
Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher, 2017
Award winning
Who Will Be My Mother? (The Story Box)
Joy Cowley, 1998
16 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, love, and belonging.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Engaging narrative fosters early reading skills.
Vibrant illustrations complement the heartwarming story.

Who Will Be My Mother? (The Story Box)
Joy Cowley, 1998
Award winning
Big Red Tub
Julia Jarman, Adrian Reynolds, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Simple yet rhythmic text enhances early language skills.
Encourages imagination with whimsical bathtub adventure.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Big Red Tub
Julia Jarman, Adrian Reynolds, 2004
Award winning
The Burgess Animal Book for Children
Thornton W. Burgess, 1922
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging stories about wildlife interactions and habitats.
Enhances understanding of North American animal species.
Encourages empathy and conservation awareness in young readers.
Vivid illustrations complementing rich, educational content.
