Top-rated books by David A. Kelly
Books like David A. Kelly’s
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Laugh-out-loud kindergarten misadventures.
Visual storytelling aids young readers.
Addresses common school anxieties.
Promotes talking about feelings.
Junie B. Jones and the Stupid Smelly Bus: The Graphic Novel (Junie B. Jones Graphic Novels)
Barbara Park, 2025
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-expression and identity exploration.
Fosters conversations on diversity and acceptance.
Encourages understanding of unique personal backgrounds.
Illustrations that captivate and engage young readers.
I Color Myself Different
Colin Kaepernick, 2022
Karen's Brothers (Baby-sitters Little Sister #17)
Ann M. Martin, 2025
112 pages
Why to read
Relatable blended-family situations.
Humorous, gentle life lessons.
Encourages empathy and honesty.
Great confidence-building chapter length.
Karen's Brothers (Baby-sitters Little Sister #17)
Ann M. Martin, 2025
Award winning
Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating narrative. - Encourages courage and teamwork in youngsters. - Develops reading fluency and comprehension. - Suitable for beginning independent readers.
Curse of the Shadow Dragon: A Branches Book
Tracey West, 2023
Award winning
The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and unique storytelling.
Encourages dialogue and enhances communication skills.
Supports emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Ideal for building confidence in young readers.
The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
Award winning
The Magnificent Makers #3: Riding Sound Waves
Theanne Griffith, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Integrates science with fantasy, sparking curiosity.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Boosts understanding of sound and vibrations.
Adventure-filled, interactive reading journey.
The Magnificent Makers #3: Riding Sound Waves
Theanne Griffith, 2020
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.
