Top-rated books by Alanna Zabel
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Award winning
Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Indigenous culture with vibrant storytelling.
Encourages appreciation of cultural diversity.
Supports identity and self-esteem in Indigenous children.
Engaging and educational for all young readers.

Rock Your Mocs
Laurel Goodluck, 2023
An Emotional Menagerie: Feelings from A-Z
The School Of Life, 2021
60 pages
Why to read
Explores range of emotions through poetic animal representations.
Encourages emotional awareness and vocabulary development.
Supports understanding of complex feelings in young readers.
Engaging illustrations complement each emotional exploration.

An Emotional Menagerie: Feelings from A-Z
The School Of Life, 2021
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.

My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
Counting Breaths with the Count: A Book about Mindfulness
Katherine Lewis, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches mindfulness through engaging storytelling.
Helps children develop focus and self-awareness.
Encourages emotional regulation and calmness.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Counting Breaths with the Count: A Book about Mindfulness
Katherine Lewis, 2023
K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging graphic novel format enhances visual literacy.
Encourages empathy through character challenges and growth.
Stimulates imagination, essential for creative development.
Supports language skills with accessible, vibrant dialogue.

K Is in Trouble (A Graphic Novel)
Gary Clement, 2024
I Love to Keep My Room Clean
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Encourages good habits through fun storytelling.
Teaches the importance of cleanliness and organization.
Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

I Love to Keep My Room Clean
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2020
Award winning
Bloom With Gratitude: A Journal for Girls to Cultivate Mindfulness and Empowerment
Mia Maslo, 2023
125 pages
Why to read
Enhances mindfulness through engaging journal activities.
Fosters empowerment with inspiring, affirmative messages.
Encourages self-expression and emotional growth.
Ideal for developing gratitude and positive thinking habits.

Bloom With Gratitude: A Journal for Girls to Cultivate Mindfulness and Empowerment
Mia Maslo, 2023
Award winning
Boy, You Are Strong! A Mindfulness Journal for Boys
Worldwide Creativity Mindfulness, 2021
111 pages
Why to read
Empowers emotional resilience and self-awareness in boys.
Encourages mindfulness practices through engaging activities.
Supports mental health with age-appropriate journaling prompts.
Fosters self-expression and personal growth.

