Top-rated books by Kathleen Banks
Dillon Dillon
Age: 8-12
Books like Kathleen Banks’s
Award winning
Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Miriam Halahmy, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience in adverse situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards refugees.
Strengthens emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports discussions on history and humanity.
Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Miriam Halahmy, 2021
Bunny vs Monkey: Bunny Bonanza!
Jamie Smart, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Dynamic adventure encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Humorous storyline, engaging for young readers.
Reinforces themes of friendship and cooperation.
Captivating illustrations enhance storytelling and interest.
Bunny vs Monkey: Bunny Bonanza!
Jamie Smart, 2024
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
Lily to the Rescue: Foxes in a Fix (Lily to the Rescue!, 7)
W. Bruce Cameron, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative, fostering curiosity and imagination.
Stimulates empathy through animal rescue themes.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Perfect for enhancing young readers' vocabulary.
Lily to the Rescue: Foxes in a Fix (Lily to the Rescue!, 7)
W. Bruce Cameron, 2021
Award winning
Bobcat Prowling
Maria Gianferrari, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about wildlife and nature exploration.
Encourages curiosity about animal behaviors and habitats.
Supports development of observational and reasoning skills.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Bobcat Prowling
Maria Gianferrari, 2022
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
Steve Irwin: Volume 104
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tales of wildlife conservation.
Teaches respect for animals and nature.
Encourages curiosity and learning about biology.
Engaging stories promote family discussions.
Steve Irwin: Volume 104
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, 2023
They Work: Honey Bees, Nature's Pollinators
June Smalls, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches vital pollination science.
Celebrates teamwork and responsibility.
Beautiful read-aloud rhythm.
Empowers kids to protect nature.
