Top-rated books by Jake Parker
The 12 Sleighs of Christmas
Age: 2-5
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The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza
Mac Barnett, 2020
320 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure promotes creativity and imagination.
Engaging characters teach resilience and teamwork.
Interstellar setting stimulates curiosity about space.
Ideal for fun, educational family reading time.

The First Cat in Space Ate Pizza
Mac Barnett, 2020
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Captain Underpants Series
Dav Pilkey, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity with humorous and inventive storytelling.
Encourages independent reading through engaging text and illustrations.
Enhances problem-solving skills with playful plots and challenges.
Supports emotional development through relatable character experiences.

Captain Underpants Series
Dav Pilkey, 2019
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Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
A Waffle Lot of Love! (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #10)
Ben Clanton, 2025
96 pages
Why to read
Comic format eases early reading.
Funny story models empathy.
Introduces real ocean facts.
Celebrates creativity and sharing.

A Waffle Lot of Love! (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #10)
Ben Clanton, 2025
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Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
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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
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The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with fantasy and adventure elements.
Encourages resilience and teamwork in young readers.
Supports language development and reading skills.
Builds empathy through diverse character interactions.

The Princess in Black and the Mermaid Princess
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2022
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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.


