Top-rated books by Vera Southgate
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Award winning
More than Words
Roz Maclean, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages vocabulary growth and emotional intelligence.
Supports healthy communication and expression skills.
Ideal for parent-child reading and discussion sessions.

More than Words
Roz Maclean, 2023
Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
249 pages
Why to read
Engaging fantasy adventure fosters creativity.
Builds resilience through character challenges.
Enhances problem-solving with intricate plot twists.
Strengthens reading skills in young readers.

Lightfall: Shadow of the Bird (Lightfall 2)
Tim Probert, 2022
This Book Is Definitely Not Cursed
Megan Woodward, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous story sparks imagination and laughter.
Builds resilience and problem-solving skills in young readers.
Characters show teamwork, boosting social development.
Perfect for family bonding during reading time.

This Book Is Definitely Not Cursed
Megan Woodward, 2024
Award winning
The Good Little Mermaid's Guide to Bedtime
Eija Sumner, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages routine with a magical bedtime story.
Develops empathy through relatable mermaid characters.
Stimulates imagination with underwater adventures.
Fosters parent-child bonding at bedtime.

The Good Little Mermaid's Guide to Bedtime
Eija Sumner, 2024
The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding among readers.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.

The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
Just One More Sleep: All Good Things Come to Those Who Wait . . . and Wait . . . and Wait
Jamie Lee Curtis, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the value of patience through engaging storytelling.
Teaches children the importance of waiting with heartwarming scenarios.
Features endearing characters that embody resilience and hope.
Promotes emotional development and understanding of time.

Just One More Sleep: All Good Things Come to Those Who Wait . . . and Wait . . . and Wait
Jamie Lee Curtis, 2024
The Hare-Shaped Hole
John Dougherty, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and resilience.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Stimulates imagination with captivating illustrations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
