Top-rated books by Shelly Lyons
If You Were an Apostrophe
Age: 7-10
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Award winning
Next Level: A Hymn in Gratitude for Our Differences
Samara Cole Doyon, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusiveness through captivating narrative.
Encourages appreciation for individuality in a warm, poetic tone.
Inspires young readers to embrace and respect differences.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Next Level: A Hymn in Gratitude for Our Differences
Samara Cole Doyon, 2024
The Midnight Panther
Poonam Mistry, 2024
48 pages
Why to read
Rich, vibrant illustrations stimulate children's visual senses.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Engages children in exploring themes of courage and friendship.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
The Midnight Panther
Poonam Mistry, 2024
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 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
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
Bunny & Tree
Balint Zsako, 2023
184 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure between lovable Bunny and wise Tree.
Encourages empathy and friendship in early developmental stages.
Fosters imagination and curiosity through vivid storytelling.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
Bunny & Tree
Balint Zsako, 2023
Award winning
My Grandfather's Song Book
Huỳnh Kim Liên, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Beautifully illustrated, celebrating Vietnamese culture and heritage.
Strengthens bonds with grandparent through shared stories.
Encourages musical interest and historical curiosity.
Engaging tale fostering emotional and cognitive growth.
