Top-rated books by Tessa Strickland
Brave Bear
Age: 2-4
The Barefoot Book of Children
Age: 2-4
Books like Tessa Strickland’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
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
My First Kitten (My First...)
Tessa Krailing, 1998
96 pages
Why to read
Explores responsibility through pet care narrative. - Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations. - Encourages empathy and nurturing skills. - Supports early literacy and language development.

My First Kitten (My First...)
Tessa Krailing, 1998
Award winning
The Pup Who Cried Wolf (Animal Tales)
Chris Kurtz, Guy Francis, 2010
144 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale, encourages bravery and self-discovery.
Introduces themes of honesty and responsibility.
Stimulates children's empathy and imaginative skills.
Perfect for family bonding through shared reading.

The Pup Who Cried Wolf (Animal Tales)
Chris Kurtz, Guy Francis, 2010
Award winning
The Little Zebra Who Lost His Stripes
Jedda Robaard, 2013
10 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey with vibrant illustrations.
Teaches resilience and determination to young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of emotions.
Perfect for parent-child bonding over reading.

The Little Zebra Who Lost His Stripes
Jedda Robaard, 2013
Award winning
The Dog
Laura Ward, Amanda Ward, 1995
17 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages emotional development.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Themes of friendship foster social skills.
Simple text ideal for beginning readers.

The Dog
Laura Ward, Amanda Ward, 1995
Award winning
Little Ellie Learns to Respect
Kendrick Malone, Marriana Malone, Princess Malone, Jamille Malone II, Jamaar Malone, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches respect through engaging, relatable storyline.
Fosters empathy and understanding in young readers.
Encourages positive behavior through charming characters.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.

Little Ellie Learns to Respect
Kendrick Malone, Marriana Malone, Princess Malone, Jamille Malone II, Jamaar Malone, 2023
A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of friendship and discovery.
Enhances cognitive development through engaging narrative.
Strengthens vocabulary with simple, impactful language.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
