Top-rated books by Steve Small
I'm Sticking with You
Age: 4-8
Books like Steve Small’s
Award winning
Giraffe Problems
Jory John, Lane Smith, 2018
42 pages
Why to read
Addresses self-acceptance and uniqueness.
Colorful illustrations capture children's attention.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional and social development.

Giraffe Problems
Jory John, Lane Smith, 2018
Award winning
The Pet Potato
Josh Lacey, Momoko Abe, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and creative storytelling.
Teaches responsibility and care through pet ownership.
Encourages empathy and understanding between characters.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

The Pet Potato
Josh Lacey, Momoko Abe, 2021
Award winning
The Piggy & Lamby Adventure Series
Norman Bridwell, Diane Krauss, 1966
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical, adventurous stories.
Enhances social skills through Piggy and Lamby's interactions.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Supports early literacy and language development.

The Piggy & Lamby Adventure Series
Norman Bridwell, Diane Krauss, 1966
Award winning
What Are You?
Mike Curato, Christian Trimmer, Macmillan Audio, Ramón de Ocampo, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and self-discovery through engaging storytelling.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of diversity.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

What Are You?
Mike Curato, Christian Trimmer, Macmillan Audio, Ramón de Ocampo, 2022
Award winning
Mice: with audio recording
Lois Ehlert, Rose Fyleman, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging audio recording enhances the storytelling experience.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imagination.
Simple, rhythmic text supports early reading skills.
Encourages appreciation for small creatures and nature.

Mice: with audio recording
Lois Ehlert, Rose Fyleman, 2012
Award winning
Ten Red Apples
Virginia Miller, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches counting in a fun, engaging manner.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain child interest.
Stimulates early math skills development.
Encourages interactive reading between parents and children.

Ten Red Apples
Virginia Miller, 2002
Award winning
The Enchanted Forest Capers
Lori Degman, Victoria Tentler-Krylov, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters teach valuable lessons on teamwork and friendship.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Enchanted Forest Capers
Lori Degman, Victoria Tentler-Krylov, 2019
Award winning
Jump
David Mcphail, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates young readers' imaginations.
Characters display resilience, encouraging similar traits in children.
Illustrations enhance text, aiding comprehension and retention.
Supports early literacy and language development.
