Top-rated books by Virginia Allyn
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Award winning
Oliver Moon's Christmas Cracker
Sue Mongredien, 2007
96 pages
Why to read
Festive adventure with magic and whimsy.
Features relatable, engaging young wizard, Oliver Moon.
Encourages creativity and festive spirit.
Ideal for shared family holiday reading.

Oliver Moon's Christmas Cracker
Sue Mongredien, 2007
Award winning
A Home Named Walter
Chelsea Lin Wallace, Ginnie Hsu, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and understanding through character exploration.
Stimulates creativity with a unique, captivating storyline.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Addresses themes of belonging and resilience.

A Home Named Walter
Chelsea Lin Wallace, Ginnie Hsu, 2022
I Love to Go to Daycare (English Turkish Bilingual Book for Kids)
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2014
30 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Turkish text enhances language skills.
Explores excitement and routines of attending daycare.
Supports social skill development in young children.
Colorful illustrations engage and captivate readers.

I Love to Go to Daycare (English Turkish Bilingual Book for Kids)
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2014
Award winning
And Sometimes Y
Rachel Sorsel, 2022
26 pages
Why to read
Explores alphabet with fun, imaginative scenarios.
Encourages early literacy and language development.
Characters embarking on whimsical adventures, boosting engagement.
Strengthens understanding of letter roles and sounds.

And Sometimes Y
Rachel Sorsel, 2022
Award winning
I Scrambled My Eggs in a Pot!
L. P. Hubert, 2023
47 pages
Why to read
Creative approach to everyday tasks boosts problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative promotes curiosity and interactive reading.
Illustrations support understanding of sequences and consequences.
Ideal for family bonding over humor and learning.

I Scrambled My Eggs in a Pot!
L. P. Hubert, 2023
The Gunnywolf (Trophy Picture Book Series)
Antoinette Delaney, 1988
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate children’s imaginations.
Encourages understanding of consequences and responsible decision-making.
Fosters empathy through character interactions and dilemmas.
Ideal for family reading, enhances parent-child bonding.

The Gunnywolf (Trophy Picture Book Series)
Antoinette Delaney, 1988
Award winning
Lil Poo
Jonathan Sundy, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and captivating illustrations.
Encourages early reading through rhythmic, repetitive text.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Lil Poo
Jonathan Sundy, 2022
Award winning
Five Sweet Strawberries: Strawberry Shortcake
Megan E. Bryant, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Teaches counting and simple math interactively.
Fosters early literacy and language development.
Encourages sharing and teamwork among friends.
