Top-rated books by Carmen Parks
Books like Carmen Parks’s
Ti voglio bene, mamma I Love My Mom: Italian English Bilingual Book for Kids
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between mother and child.
Enhances bilingual language development.
Supports emotional and social growth.
Ideal for shared reading sessions.

Ti voglio bene, mamma I Love My Mom: Italian English Bilingual Book for Kids
Shelley Admont, Kidkiddos Books, 2014
Advanced Phonics: (Let's Read)
WordUnited, Cathy Robinson, 2018
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonetic skills through progressive difficulty levels.
Engaging exercises boost reading fluency and comprehension.
Designed for hands-on learning and interaction.
Supports parent-child collaboration in reading.

Advanced Phonics: (Let's Read)
WordUnited, Cathy Robinson, 2018
Award winning
Going to School During the Civil War: The Confederacy (Blue Earth Books: Going to School in History)
Kerry A. Graves, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Insightful glimpse into historical educational experiences.
Encourages understanding of diverse historical perspectives.
Supports development of empathy and critical thinking.
Engaging storytelling that captivates young readers.

Going to School During the Civil War: The Confederacy (Blue Earth Books: Going to School in History)
Kerry A. Graves, 2001
Award winning
BRIAN'S DECISION
Marcus White, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Engaging story teaches valuable decision-making skills.
Features relatable, diverse characters for broad appeal.
Encourages empathy and understanding through narrative.
Supports cognitive and emotional development effectively.

BRIAN'S DECISION
Marcus White, 2023
Award winning
Tomatoes in My Lunchbox
Costantia Manoli, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Enhances empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports emotional development with relatable migration theme.
Encourages family discussion on identity and belonging.

Tomatoes in My Lunchbox
Costantia Manoli, 2022
Award winning
When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left
Marc Colagiovanni, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience through creative problem-solving strategies.
Empowers children to handle challenges with positivity.
Engages young readers with humor and relatable scenarios.
Supports developmental growth in decision-making skills.

When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left
Marc Colagiovanni, 2023
Faces: (My Body, Your Body)
John George Wood, 2019
24 pages
Why to read
Explores diversity through faces; boosts social awareness.
Engaging visuals captivate children, enhancing observational skills.
Simple, relatable language supports early vocabulary development.
Interactive approach fosters family bonding through reading.

Faces: (My Body, Your Body)
John George Wood, 2019
Award winning
Bye-Bye Bully: A Story about Finding Your Voice, Courage, Kindness and Empathy
Stacy C. Bauer, Eduardo Paj, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying with empathy and understanding.
Encourages finding one's voice and courage.
Highlights the importance of kindness in interactions.
Supports emotional and social development.

