Top-rated books by Yona Zeldis McDonough
The Blue Glass Heart
Age: 3-8
Books like Yona Zeldis McDonough’s
Award winning
BUTTERBALL Gets Lost (Butterball the Poodle Book 2)
Julia Seaborn, 2020
30 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story enhances children's imaginative capabilities.
Showcases resilience, teaching kids problem-solving skills.
Adorable character Butterball resonates with young readers.
Encourages exploration of emotions and empathy development.
BUTTERBALL Gets Lost (Butterball the Poodle Book 2)
Julia Seaborn, 2020
Award winning
All God's Creatures Go To Heaven
N.A. Noel, Amy Nolfo-Wheeler, 1996
17 pages
Why to read
Nurtures understanding of life, death, and afterlife concepts.
Encourages compassion towards animals and all living beings.
Supports emotional development through thoughtful narratives.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering discussions on spirituality.
All God's Creatures Go To Heaven
N.A. Noel, Amy Nolfo-Wheeler, 1996
Award winning
Monkey Trouble
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Dorothy Avery, Robert Papp, Tim Gregory, Oasis Audio, 2005
128 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with adventurous, captivating narrative.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Stimulates creative thinking and resourcefulness.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Monkey Trouble
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Dorothy Avery, Robert Papp, Tim Gregory, Oasis Audio, 2005
Award winning
Sharon, keep your hair on
Gillian Rubinstein, David Mackintosh, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and creativity in young readers.
Addresses problem solving through engaging storylines.
Encourages empathy and understanding among peers.
Supports language development and enriches vocabulary.
Sharon, keep your hair on
Gillian Rubinstein, David Mackintosh, 1996
A Hug For You
David C. King, Rhiannon Archard, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of kindness and affection.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Simple language perfect for early readers.
Ideal for bedtime stories and bonding moments.
A Hug For You
David C. King, Rhiannon Archard, 2022
Award winning
Time for You and Me!: A One-Year Mother Daughter Journal to Share, Create, and Bond
Amanda Justice, 2023
128 pages
Why to read
Strengthens mother-daughter bonding through shared journaling.
Encourages creative expression and emotional development.
Fosters communication and understanding between generations.
Interactive format enriches the reading and writing experience.
Time for You and Me!: A One-Year Mother Daughter Journal to Share, Create, and Bond
Amanda Justice, 2023
Award winning
Dana's Decision
Jennifer Chandler, Kimberly Martinez, 2023
139 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-confidence and decision-making skills.
Addresses childhood dilemmas with sensitivity and insight.
Inspires young readers through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Dana's Decision
Jennifer Chandler, Kimberly Martinez, 2023
Award winning
Finding Home
Jessica Fritz, 2021
116 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of belonging and identity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading.
