Top-rated books by Steve Harpster
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Award winning
Rocket Boy
Katie Jennings, Joe Lillington, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Fosters curiosity and science interest in young readers.
Supports cognitive development through imaginative play scenarios.
Encourages persistence and resilience in problem-solving.
Engaging storyline that captivates and educates.

Rocket Boy
Katie Jennings, Joe Lillington, 2020
Spaceboy in the Solar System (Adventures of Spaceboy)
Andrea Beaghton, 2004
86 pages
Why to read
Journey through space emphasizes science and exploration.
Encourages curiosity and learning about the solar system.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative for interactive family reading.

Spaceboy in the Solar System (Adventures of Spaceboy)
Andrea Beaghton, 2004
I Love You to the Moon and Beyond
Izzy Down, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Explores deep bonds of love and family connections.
Encourages emotional expression and relational understanding.
Supports language development through lyrical text.
Beautiful illustrations enhance comprehension and imagination.

I Love You to the Moon and Beyond
Izzy Down, 2019
Award winning
Aliens
Matthew Neil, 2018
10 pages
Why to read
Exciting extraterrestrial adventure sparks imagination.
Introduces children to diverse, engaging alien characters.
Supports language development and creative thinking.

Aliens
Matthew Neil, 2018
A Mouse on the Moon
Janie Spaht Gill, Karen O. L. Morgan, 1997
23 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure to the moon stimulates imagination.
Mouse protagonist fosters relatability and empathy in kids.
Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration in young readers.
Ideal for boosting literacy and interactive parent-child reading.

A Mouse on the Moon
Janie Spaht Gill, Karen O. L. Morgan, 1997
Award winning
The Moon
D.K. Publishing, Sanlyn Buxner, Dr. Georgiana Kramer, Dr. Sanlyn Buxner, Pamela Gay, Georgiana Kramer, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Explores celestial themes with engaging narrative.
Stimulates curiosity about space and science.
Supports understanding of natural phenomena.
Encourages shared reading and discussion.

The Moon
D.K. Publishing, Sanlyn Buxner, Dr. Georgiana Kramer, Dr. Sanlyn Buxner, Pamela Gay, Georgiana Kramer, 2022
Award winning
Flix
Tomi Ungerer, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story inspires imagination and creative thinking. - Characters model resilience and adaptability. - Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse interactions. - Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Flix
Tomi Ungerer, 1998
Award winning
Benji: Meet Benji (Festival Readers)
Scout Driggs, Kathleen Camp, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces Benji, a captivating and curious character.
Engaging storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
