Top-rated books by Lauren Layfield
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Age: 12-16
Books like Lauren Layfield’s
Listen to My Trumpet!: (Elephant and Piggie)
Mo Willems, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Encourages musical exploration and creativity.
Strengthens friendships through shared activities.
Enhances understanding of emotions and expressions.
Interactive and engaging narrative style.

Listen to My Trumpet!: (Elephant and Piggie)
Mo Willems, 2024
Award winning
Spreading Kindness Like Betty Confetti
Maghon Taylor, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and kindness through engaging storytelling.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Spreading Kindness Like Betty Confetti
Maghon Taylor, 2023
Ballet Bunnies: Let's Dance
Swapna Reddy, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and expression through dance themes.
Supports early developmental milestones in young readers.
Engaging storyline encourages persistent, resilient behavior.
Fosters a joyous shared reading experience.

Ballet Bunnies: Let's Dance
Swapna Reddy, 2020
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
Up at Night
Laurie Friedman, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging nighttime adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters solve problems, encouraging critical thinking in kids.
Vivid illustrations enhance comprehension and retention.
Fosters emotional development through relatable scenarios.

Up at Night
Laurie Friedman, 2022
The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding among readers.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.

The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
Award winning
Don't Hug the Pug
Robin Jacobs, 2019
38 pages
Why to read
Engaging fun story about respecting personal boundaries.
Teaches essential lessons about consent and empathy.
Lively illustrations captivate and retain child’s interest.
Encourages discussions about friendships and respect.

Don't Hug the Pug
Robin Jacobs, 2019
Award winning
Sorry, Mrs. Cake!
A. A. Milne, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Fun, engaging story with memorable characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Suitable for shared parent-child reading sessions.

