Top-rated books by Mei Matsuoka
The Great Dog Bottom Swap
Age: 0-5
Books like Mei Matsuoka’s
Award winning
Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating storyline. - Builds resilience, teamwork values in young readers. - Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension. - Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.

Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
Award winning
Fox Has a Problem
Corey R. Tabor, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of problem-solving and resilience. - Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy. - Supports language development and creative thinking. - Ideal for family reading and discussion.

Fox Has a Problem
Corey R. Tabor, 2023
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.

Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 29: Pet Show Pandemonium
Zack Zombie, 2023
116 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages creative thinking.
Characters teach valuable life lessons subtly.
Enhances problem-solving skills through plot challenges.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Diary of a Minecraft Zombie Book 29: Pet Show Pandemonium
Zack Zombie, 2023
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Mr. Bat Wants a Hat
Kitty Black, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Fun journey, Mr. Bat’s quest for the perfect hat.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension.
Nurtures empathy through vivid character expressions.
Supports imaginative play and creativity.

Mr. Bat Wants a Hat
Kitty Black, 2022
Award winning
Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and mischievous adventures.
Encourages creative solutions to quirky problems.
Illustrates consequences of actions in a fun way.
Enhances vocabulary through lively and descriptive language.

Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
It's Me, A Graphic Novel (Catwad #1)
Jim Benton, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous graphic novel format for young readers.
Features vibrant illustrations appealing to visual learners.
Encourages creativity and laughter through quirky storytelling.
Suitable for independent reading or family sharing time.

