Top-rated books by Jayri Gomez
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Age: 3-7
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Chicken Little and the Very Long Race
Sam Wedelich, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages perseverance and resilience in young readers.
Illustrates the power of teamwork and collaboration.
Enhances reading skills through engaging storytelling.
Suitable for early elementary age developmental stages.

Chicken Little and the Very Long Race
Sam Wedelich, 2024
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Lively humor hooks young readers.
Teaches patience and gratitude.
Perfect length for nightly read-alouds.
Boosts sight-word recognition.

An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
The Lousy Layup: A Basketball Graphic Novel
Dolo Okecki, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating basketball story that motivates readers.
Highlights teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances emotional understanding through relatable conflicts.
Interactive illustrations enrich visual literacy.

The Lousy Layup: A Basketball Graphic Novel
Dolo Okecki, 2024
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
448 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, relatable school experiences.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creativity through lively storytelling.
Supports social skill development in young readers.

Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
Skunk and Badger (Skunk and Badger, 1)
Amy Timberlake, 2025
144 pages
Why to read
Funny animal roommates learn acceptance.
Encourages curiosity about geology.
Illustrations boost comprehension.
Great for empathy discussions.

Skunk and Badger (Skunk and Badger, 1)
Amy Timberlake, 2025
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
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

