Top-rated books by Susanna Leonard Hill
Books like Susanna Leonard Hill’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
Bea’s Balikbayan Box of Treasures
Christine Alemshah, 2025
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrant window into Filipino culture.
Warm multi-generational family story.
Interactive sensory details engage kids.
Promotes gratitude and cultural pride.
Bea’s Balikbayan Box of Treasures
Christine Alemshah, 2025
Snakes (New & Updated)
Gail Gibbons, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Turns worry into wonder about snakes.
Boosts STEM vocabulary and mapping skills.
Eye-catching visuals sustain attention.
Promotes caring for the environment.
Snakes (New & Updated)
Gail Gibbons, 2025
Lots of Things to Know About Your Body
Sarah Hull, 2025
64 pages
Why to read
Fun facts spark endless curiosity.
Promotes science and self-care.
Interactive quizzes boost engagement.
Bright visuals aid understanding.
Lots of Things to Know About Your Body
Sarah Hull, 2025
Award winning
Bare Tree and Little Wind: A Story for Holy Week
Mitali Perkins, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of hope and renewal.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Supports spiritual growth and reflection.
Ideal for shared reading during Holy Week.
Bare Tree and Little Wind: A Story for Holy Week
Mitali Perkins, 2022
They Work: Honey Bees, Nature's Pollinators
June Smalls, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches vital pollination science.
Celebrates teamwork and responsibility.
Beautiful read-aloud rhythm.
Empowers kids to protect nature.
They Work: Honey Bees, Nature's Pollinators
June Smalls, 2025
Let's Talk About Where Babies Come from
Michael - Harris, Robie H., Emberley, Robie H., Emberley Harris, 1999
81 pages
Why to read
Clear, age-appropriate explanations about reproduction.
Encourages open, healthy family discussions on sensitive topics.
Supports child curiosity and understanding of human biology.
Reassuring tone boosts child comfort and confidence.
Let's Talk About Where Babies Come from
Michael - Harris, Robie H., Emberley, Robie H., Emberley Harris, 1999
Hanukkah: Traditions & Celebrations
Jessica Server, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Explore Hanukkah traditions through vibrant storytelling.
Fosters cultural understanding and appreciation.
Encourages family bonding and shared celebrations.
Educational content tailored for young readers.
