Top-rated books by John A. O'Brien
Zombie in the Basement
Age: 4-8
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Award winning
The Enchanted Quest
Mac Barnett, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through mysterious quests.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bonding.
The Enchanted Quest
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale sparks curiosity and imagination.
Engages young readers with relatable, dynamic characters.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Perfect blend of fun and educational content.
Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2022
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
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
182 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through enchanting adventures and settings.
Builds empathy with diverse, well-developed character interactions.
Encourages exploration of new ideas and worlds.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
The Folk of the Faraway Tree
Enid Blyton, 2021
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
I'm Good at Making Music
Eileen Day, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and musical exploration in young minds.
Features diverse characters, fostering inclusivity and empathy.
Encourages perseverance and confidence through storytelling.
Perfect for bonding during family reading time.
I'm Good at Making Music
Eileen Day, 2022
Award winning
My Weirdtastic School #1: Miss Banks Pulls Lots of Pranks!
Dan Gutman, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor enhances children's cognitive flexibility.
Encourages creativity through quirky plot twists.
Supports social skills with diverse character interactions.
Fosters a love for reading with playful narratives.
