Top-rated books by Ellen Javernick
What If Everybody Did That?
Age: 3-7
The Birthday Pet
Age: 2-7
Books like Ellen Javernick’s
Award winning
Goats for Christmas: Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
Jacqueline Kelly, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Inspires interest in animals and nature.
Encourages compassion and responsibility.
Engaging historical setting enhances learning.
Supports development of scientific curiosity.

Goats for Christmas: Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
Jacqueline Kelly, 2024
A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes kindness and gratitude.
Perfect length for beginners.
Funny animal antics entertain.
Beautiful, timeless illustrations.

A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
Award winning
The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fostering emotional growth.
Teaches valuable lessons in resilience and friendship.
Boosts empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages dialogue on overcoming life's hurdles.

The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
Award winning
Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about adventure and curiosity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports language development and creative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
Award winning
Annie's Cat Is Sad
Heather Smith, Karen Obuhanych, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and empathy development.
Encourages understanding of pet emotions and care.
Supports vocabulary expansion and emotional language skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Annie's Cat Is Sad
Heather Smith, Karen Obuhanych, 2022
Penguin Days
Sara Leach, 2019
Why to read
Provides insight into the life of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards others.
Features themes of personal growth and adaptability.
Engaging storyline that promotes inclusivity and acceptance.

Penguin Days
Sara Leach, 2019
Award winning
Champ and Major: First Dogs
Joy Mccullough, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates loyalty and friendship in a relatable setting.
Inspires interest in public figures through personal stories.
Enhances understanding of civic responsibility and leadership.
Offers engaging dialogue and vivid illustrations.

Champ and Major: First Dogs
Joy Mccullough, 2021
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.


