Books by Jessica Ruddick and related authors
Award winning
The Red Book
Barbara Lehman, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
- Wordless narrative fosters imagination and storytelling skills.
- Illustrations enhance visual thinking and attention to detail.
- Encourages exploration of themes like friendship and curiosity.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
The Red Book
Barbara Lehman, 2004
The Boy in the Big Black Box
Rebecca Lisle, 2007
80 pages
Why to read
- Explores emotions, encourages empathy and understanding. - Enhances creativity through mystery-solving narrative. - Supports emotional development in early childhood. - Engages young readers with captivating illustrations.
The Boy in the Big Black Box
Rebecca Lisle, 2007
Griffin In The Spring
Melissa Marie Keeping, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
- Engages children with colorful, vibrant springtime illustrations.
- Introduces young readers to the wonders of changing seasons.
- Encourages exploration and curiosity in natural world settings.
- Supports early developmental skills in reading and comprehension.
Griffin In The Spring
Melissa Marie Keeping, 2020
Award winning
Rules of the House
Mac Barnett, Matt Myers, 2016
48 pages
Why to read
- Engages kids in understanding rules and responsibility.
- Stimulates imagination through a suspenseful, humorous narrative.
- Encourages sibling collaboration and problem-solving skills.
- Illustrations complement text, enhancing understanding and enjoyment.
Rules of the House
Mac Barnett, Matt Myers, 2016
The Emperor's Gruckle Hound
Kathryn Cave, 1996
137 pages
Why to read
- Adventure-filled story fosters imagination and creativity.
- Introduces relatable themes of loyalty and friendship.
- Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
- A delightful read enhancing language and literacy skills.
The Emperor's Gruckle Hound
Kathryn Cave, 1996
Miss Grumbles: Learns and Grows
Iván Torres, Samantha Torres, & 0 more, Mohaddisa Nazz, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
- Engaging story promotes emotional and social development.
- Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
- Addresses overcoming challenges and personal growth.
- Suitable for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Miss Grumbles: Learns and Grows
Iván Torres, Samantha Torres, & 0 more, Mohaddisa Nazz, 2023
Award winning
The Adventures of Bunny and Boy
Christine E. Gorhum, Erika Gorhum, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
- Captivating journey of friendship and discovery.
- Enhances empathy and emotional intelligence.
- Stimulates curiosity through engaging narrative.
- Ideal for shared reading, enhancing bond.
The Adventures of Bunny and Boy
Christine E. Gorhum, Erika Gorhum, 2023
Award winning
My Lil' First School (3) (The Brooke Lynn Adventures)
Toby A. Williams, Sue Campion, & 0 more, Corrina Holyoake, 2019
38 pages
Why to read
- Captures excitement and anxiety of first school experiences.
- Encourages emotional growth and resilience in young readers.
- Enhances vocabulary and comprehension through engaging storytelling.
- Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
