Top-rated books by Selby Beeler
Books like Selby Beeler’s
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
448 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, relatable school experiences.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creativity through lively storytelling.
Supports social skill development in young readers.

Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
Award winning
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous narrative.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances curiosity and deductive reasoning.
Enjoyable, interactive reading journey.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
Narwhal's Sweet Tooth (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #9)
Ben Clanton, 2025
72 pages
Why to read
Funny visuals keep pages turning quickly.
Promotes balanced eating habits playfully.
Celebrates caring, supportive friendships.
Great starter graphic novel format.

Narwhal's Sweet Tooth (A Narwhal and Jelly Book #9)
Ben Clanton, 2025
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.

Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
Bird & Squirrel All Together: A Graphic Novel
James Burks, 2022
126 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Engaging narrative boosts reading interest and retention.
Suitable for early readers and advancing literacy skills.

Bird & Squirrel All Together: A Graphic Novel
James Burks, 2022
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

