Top-rated books by Cynthia Yuan Cheng
Mary Anne's Bad Luck Mystery
Age: 9-12
Books like Cynthia Yuan Cheng’s
Award winning
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot fosters imagination and moral lessons.
Characters model resilience, teamwork, and empathy.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Fun, interactive read for children and parents alike.
Dog Man: Grime and Punishment
Dav Pilkey, 2020
Night of the Dream Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #28)
Tracey West, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
Shows courage against fears.
Illustrations aid comprehension.
Encourages teamwork and empathy.
Perfect length for new readers.
Night of the Dream Dragon: A Branches Book (Dragon Masters #28)
Tracey West, 2025
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 3 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Boosts early reading skills with simple, repetitive text.
Delivers laugh-out-loud humor and expressive illustrations.
Models empathy, sharing, and problem-solving.
Perfect length for bedtime or classroom read-alouds.
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 3 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
Night Night, Sweet Screams (Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol Book 24)
Andres Miedoso, 2025
128 pages
Why to read
Fun, friendly approach to bedtime fears.
Great bridge between picture and chapter books.
Humor keeps the mild scares light.
Shows teamwork saves the night.
Night Night, Sweet Screams (Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol Book 24)
Andres Miedoso, 2025
Award winning
Mikes Mystery
Gertrude Chandler Warner, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with mystery and adventure.
Enhances problem-solving and logical thinking skills.
Features relatable, strong characters for positive role models.
Encourages family discussion and shared reading moments.
Mikes Mystery
Gertrude Chandler Warner, 2020
Award winning
A Super Scary Narwhalloween
Ben Clanton, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Fuses Halloween excitement with enchanting aquatic adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with playful, thematic words.
Encourages creativity with unique narwhal-led storyline.
Ideal for bonding over seasonal storytelling.
