Top-rated books by Vickie L. Gardner
Darby and the Dollberry Dare
Age: 5-9
Books like Vickie L. Gardner’s
Global Heroes: Waves of Waste
Damian Harvey, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights environmental awareness through engaging storytelling.
Encourages teamwork and responsibility in young readers.
Stimulates curiosity about global ecological issues.
Supports vocabulary expansion and comprehension skills.

Global Heroes: Waves of Waste
Damian Harvey, 2022
Award winning
The Mia Mayhem Collection
Kara West, Leeza Hernandez, 2019
512 pages
Why to read
Superhero adventures ignite imagination and creativity.
Encourages resilience and overcoming challenges.
Supports development of identity and self-confidence.
Engaging stories foster love for reading.

The Mia Mayhem Collection
Kara West, Leeza Hernandez, 2019
Award winning
The Great Stroller Adventure
Denis Markell, Melissa Iwai, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates young readers' imaginations.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, enhancing social development.
Encourages creative problem solving and independence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Great Stroller Adventure
Denis Markell, Melissa Iwai, 2004
Tilly Beany Saves the World
Annie Dalton, Lesley Harker, 2008
192 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and world-saving aspirations in young minds.
Strengthens empathy through relatable, quirky character Tilly Beany.
Encourages environmental awareness and proactive problem-solving.
Enhances literacy with engaging storytelling and vocabulary.

Tilly Beany Saves the World
Annie Dalton, Lesley Harker, 2008
Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks children's curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable and diverse characters, enhancing social awareness.
Encourages critical thinking through engaging narrative twists.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.

Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
My V. Groovy Ally's World Journal
Karen Mccombie, 2004
368 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression through journaling.
Supports emotional development and empathy skills.
Exciting adventures enhance reading engagement.
Fosters independence in young readers.

My V. Groovy Ally's World Journal
Karen Mccombie, 2004
Award winning
Bud
Kevin O'malley, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure tale caplivating young readers’ interests.
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creativity and self-expression.
Supports development stages, boosting literacy and focus.

Bud
Kevin O'malley, 2000
Clever Lad (Reading Corner)
Justine Furminger, Lisa Williams, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, imaginative storyline sparks curiosity.
Relatable characters enhance emotional connection.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
A joyful educational read for young readers.
