Top-rated books by Maria Luisa Di Gravio
Finding a Dove for Gramps
Age: 4-8
Books like Maria Luisa Di Gravio’s
Award winning
Goats for Christmas: Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
Jacqueline Kelly, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Inspires interest in animals and nature.
Encourages compassion and responsibility.
Engaging historical setting enhances learning.
Supports development of scientific curiosity.
Goats for Christmas: Calpurnia Tate, Girl Vet
Jacqueline Kelly, 2024
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
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Karen's Brothers (Baby-sitters Little Sister #17)
Ann M. Martin, 2025
112 pages
Why to read
Relatable blended-family situations.
Humorous, gentle life lessons.
Encourages empathy and honesty.
Great confidence-building chapter length.
Karen's Brothers (Baby-sitters Little Sister #17)
Ann M. Martin, 2025
For a Girl Becoming
Joy Harjo, 2025
40 pages
Why to read
Authentic Native American perspective.
Rich, poetic read-aloud text.
Affirms self-worth and heritage.
Vivid, conversation-starting art.
For a Girl Becoming
Joy Harjo, 2025
Award winning
Classics
More Perfect than the Moon (Sarah, Plain and Tall, 4)
Patricia Maclachlan, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics and emotional growth.
Encourages creative expression through journal writing.
Strengthens understanding of historical settings.
Supports development of empathy and resilience.
More Perfect than the Moon (Sarah, Plain and Tall, 4)
Patricia Maclachlan, 2004
Mama's Sleeping Scarf
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of comfort, love, and maternal bonds.
Vibrant illustrations enhance the storytelling experience.
Encourages emotional development and empathetic understanding.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.
