Top-rated books by Becky Friedman
Books like Becky Friedman’s
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My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Simple text enhances early reading skills.
Teaches responsibility and empathy through pet care.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.

My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner, 2024
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
Reading Champion: Dot and the New Thing: Independent Reading Red 2
Jackie Walter, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters curiosity through exploration of new things.
Strengthens early independent reading skills.
Supports cognitive development with engaging content.

Reading Champion: Dot and the New Thing: Independent Reading Red 2
Jackie Walter, 2023
Award winning
How to Count to ONE
Caspar Salmon, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates basic counting with engaging rhymes.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages early math skills in a fun way.
Ideal for interactive parent-child learning sessions.

How to Count to ONE
Caspar Salmon, 2023
Award winning
A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
Masha D'yans, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to microbiology through vibrant illustrations.
Fosters curiosity about science and the human body.
Encourages healthy eating habits through engaging storytelling.
Supports development of literacy and cognitive skills.

A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
Masha D'yans, 2024
Narwhal's Sweet Tooth (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #9)
Ben Clanton, 2025
72 pages
Why to read
Funny visuals keep pages turning quickly.
Promotes balanced eating habits playfully.
Celebrates caring, supportive friendships.
Great starter graphic novel format.

Narwhal's Sweet Tooth (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #9)
Ben Clanton, 2025
Award winning
Two Little Raindrops: An Exciting Story Inspired by Nature
Adele Lamothe, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure inspired by natural elements.
Fosters curiosity about weather and science.
Enhances understanding of teamwork and friendship.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Two Little Raindrops: An Exciting Story Inspired by Nature
Adele Lamothe, 2023
Award winning
Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging wordplay enhances language skills.
Explores spatial concepts: over, under, around, through.
Supports cognitive development with puzzle-like scenarios.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.

