Top-rated books by Tom Roberts
Red Riding Hood
Age: 5-6
Books like Tom Roberts’s
Award winning
The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions through engaging and relatable storytelling.
Enhances understanding of managing worries and fears.
Encourages empathy and emotional resilience in children.
Offers practical coping strategies within a fun narrative.

The Worry Balloon
Betty C. Tang, Mónica Mancillas, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
352 pages
Why to read
Inspires compassion through rescue animal stories.
Highlights importance of responsibility and care.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Engaging real-life tales boost reading interest.

Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
Award winning
Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Christi J. Whitney, Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child, 2024
256 pages
Why to read
Mystical adventure fosters creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in challenges.
Ideal for enhancing literacy and engagement.

Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Christi J. Whitney, Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child, 2024
Award winning
Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
208 pages
Why to read
Modern twist on a classic tale inspires creativity.
Emphasizes resilience and bravery through Bea's adventures.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for family reading, strengthens bonds.

Bea Wolf
Zach Weinersmith, 2023
Cats Don't Like Christmas!: A Hilarious Holiday Children's Book for Kids Ages 3-7
Andy Wortlock, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging holiday story for young readers.
Enhances understanding of festive traditions through feline antics.
Encourages empathy and perspective-taking skills.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Cats Don't Like Christmas!: A Hilarious Holiday Children's Book for Kids Ages 3-7
Andy Wortlock, 2022
Award winning
Let’s Talk about Body Boundaries: Body Safety Book for Kids about Consent, Personal Space, Private Parts and Friendship, that helps toddlers and children recognize their own emotions and feelings
Julia Emote, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Teaches vital concepts about consent and personal boundaries.
Encourages respectful interactions and understanding of privacy.
Supports emotional development and self-awareness in children.
Engages young readers with relatable situations and practical lessons.

Let’s Talk about Body Boundaries: Body Safety Book for Kids about Consent, Personal Space, Private Parts and Friendship, that helps toddlers and children recognize their own emotions and feelings
Julia Emote, 2023
Award winning
An American Story
Kwame Alexander, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Captures essential American historical moments.
Fosters pride and understanding of national identity.
Encourages curiosity about historical events.
Stimulates discussions on cultural heritage.
