Top-rated books by Susan Hill Long
Books like Susan Hill Long’s
Award winning
Goose - Wild Goose
Laura Wall, Anna Award, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story, fosters curiosity and exploration.
Vivid illustrations stimulate visual learning and creativity.
Strengthens vocabulary and language development.
Encourages empathy and social emotional learning.

Goose - Wild Goose
Laura Wall, Anna Award, 2020
Award winning
The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey in search of the ideal pumpkin.
Teaches perseverance and decision-making effectively.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
Award winning
Stickler Loves the World
Lane Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of empathy and global awareness.
Encourages appreciation for diversity and cultural differences.
Stimulates curiosity about the world and different places.
Supports language development and geographical knowledge.

Stickler Loves the World
Lane Smith, 2023
Award winning
Rainy Days with Bear
Maureen Hull, Leanne Franson, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional growth.
Features relatable, endearing characters for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Rainy Days with Bear
Maureen Hull, Leanne Franson, 2016
Award winning
Probably a Narwhal
Shelley Moore Thomas, Jenn Harney, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with magical, whimsical storytelling.
Teaches importance of curiosity and discovery.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.

Probably a Narwhal
Shelley Moore Thomas, Jenn Harney, 2020
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
Zug the Bug
Colin Hawkins, Jacqui Hawkins, Colin and Jacque Hawkins, 1988
16 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Teaches valuable life lessons through Zug's adventures.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in children.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.

Zug the Bug
Colin Hawkins, Jacqui Hawkins, Colin and Jacque Hawkins, 1988
Festive Flamingo: Meditations for Children (Calm, Create, Meditate.)
Shaula Maitland, Kat Stock, 2019
36 pages
Why to read
Enhances mindfulness and relaxation for children.
Encourages creativity through calming meditative exercises.
Supports emotional regulation in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading before bedtime.
