Top-rated books by Valentina Toro
Sloth Wasn't Sleepy
Age: 4-8
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OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, Isabella Brouster, 2024
42 pages
Why to read
Captivating story, ideal for stormy day read-alouds.
Strengthens understanding of weather and natural phenomena.
Encourages bravery and resilience in young readers.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.

OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, Isabella Brouster, 2024
Gretel the Wonder Mammoth: A Story About Overcoming Anxiety
Kim Hillyard, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood anxiety through engaging storytelling.
Encourages resilience and emotional awareness in young readers.
Supports parent-child discussions on overcoming fears.
Empowers children with coping strategies through narrative.

Gretel the Wonder Mammoth: A Story About Overcoming Anxiety
Kim Hillyard, 2022
I'm Not Scary!
Abbey Campbell Cook, Rod Campbell, 2007
12 pages
Why to read
Encourages understanding and overcoming fears.
Captivating artwork stimulates visual learning.
Builds empathy through relatable animal characters.
Interactive reading, perfect for parent-child bonding.

I'm Not Scary!
Abbey Campbell Cook, Rod Campbell, 2007
Bears Don't Cry!
Emma Chichester Clark, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and expression in young children.
Encourages empathy and understanding through compelling storytelling.
Promotes healthy conversation about feelings and emotions.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate and maintain interest.

Bears Don't Cry!
Emma Chichester Clark, 2023
Fun at the Vet
Paul George, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale about teamwork at a veterinarian clinic.
Introduces children to pet care and animal empathy.
Encourages curiosity about science and veterinary occupations.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain young readers' interest.

Fun at the Vet
Paul George, 2021
Award winning
Lou's Zoo and Winston Too: A Story About Kindness, Compassion, Acceptance, Fitting In with Others, and Anxiety
Joann M Dickinson, Lauren Sparks, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Teaches kindness, compassion, and acceptance.
Addresses anxiety and fitting in.
Engaging, relatable characters for young readers.
Promotes empathy through fun storytelling.

Lou's Zoo and Winston Too: A Story About Kindness, Compassion, Acceptance, Fitting In with Others, and Anxiety
Joann M Dickinson, Lauren Sparks, 2023
Goodnight Dinosaurs
Molly Littleboy, Jacob Souva, 2023
12 pages
Why to read
Engaging, comforting bedtime dinosaur-themed narrative.
Enhances knowledge about dinosaurs in a fun way.
Supports early literacy and language skills development.
Encourages a soothing bedtime routine for children.

Goodnight Dinosaurs
Molly Littleboy, Jacob Souva, 2023
Running from Rex: A Dinosaur Story about Being Brave
Damian Harvey, Hannah Wood, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers bravery and resilience in young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline with fun dinosaur characters.
Inspires courage through engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
