Top-rated books by Noa Baum
How the Birds Became Friends
Age: 4-7
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Award winning
Mr Dog and the Faraway Fox (Mr Dog)
Steve Cole, Ben Fogle, Nikolas Ilic, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-driven storyline fosters curiosity and exploration.
Character Mr. Dog teaches compassion and friendship.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Supports development of reading skills and vocabulary.

Mr Dog and the Faraway Fox (Mr Dog)
Steve Cole, Ben Fogle, Nikolas Ilic, 2020
Award winning
Call the Puffins!
Cath Howe, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale, enhancing imagination and creativity.
Characters model teamwork, compassion, and resilience.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Engages young readers with vivid illustrations.

Call the Puffins!
Cath Howe, 2023
Award winning
The Orphan Orangutan: Book 4 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Explores wildlife conservation through engaging narrative.
Strengthens empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Interactive and thought-provoking adventure tale.

The Orphan Orangutan: Book 4 (The Adventure Club)
Jess Butterworth, 2025
Award winning
The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fostering emotional growth.
Teaches valuable lessons in resilience and friendship.
Boosts empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages dialogue on overcoming life's hurdles.

The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
Award winning
The Caiman
María Eugenia Manrique, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship between a girl and caiman.
Enhances empathy and understanding of unique animal bonds.
Beautifully illustrated, visually stimulating for young minds.
Encourages family discussions on nature and wildlife conservation.

The Caiman
María Eugenia Manrique, 2019
Award winning
Biscuit and the Great Fall Day
Alyssa Satin Capucilli, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure ideal for preschoolers.
Enhances vocabulary with simple, repetitive text.
Fosters emotional development and empathy.
Encourages seasonal outdoor activities.

Biscuit and the Great Fall Day
Alyssa Satin Capucilli, 2022
Award winning
Becoming a Good Creature
Sy Montgomery, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires empathy through engaging animal-human relationships.
Encourages respect for nature and all living creatures.
Illustrations enhance understanding of diverse ecosystems.
Supports emotional and social development in children.

Becoming a Good Creature
Sy Montgomery, 2020
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.

