Top-rated books by Venessa Taylor
Baller Boys
Age: 7-10
Baller Boys vs. The Bulldozers
Age: 7-10
Books like Venessa Taylor’s
Award winning
Dragon Storm: Tomás and Ironskin
Alastair Chisholm, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Thrilling fantasy adventure sparks imagination and curiosity.
Encourages resilience and bravery through Tomás's journey.
Enhances understanding of friendship and teamwork.
Supports development of empathy and moral reasoning.

Dragon Storm: Tomás and Ironskin
Alastair Chisholm, 2022
Award winning
The Magical Yet
Angela Diterlizzi, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience and persistence in young minds.
Encourages overcoming obstacles with a positive attitude.
Stimulates imagination through magical storytelling.
Promotes growth mindset, essential for early development.

The Magical Yet
Angela Diterlizzi, 2020
The Boy Who Lived with Dragons
Andy Shepherd, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparking imagination and creativity.
Characters exemplify resilience and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

The Boy Who Lived with Dragons
Andy Shepherd, 2021
Award winning
The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story sparks imagination. - Characters teach resilience and teamwork. - Enhances critical thinking through mystery-solving. - Perfect for independent young readers.

The Shadow Returns: A Branches Book
Katrina Charman, 2023
Award winning
Messi: The Amazing Story of a Soccer Legend
Gerry Bird, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Messi’s extraordinary career journey.
Encourages determination and hard work in readers.
Highlights teamwork and perseverance values.
Perfect for young sports enthusiasts.

Messi: The Amazing Story of a Soccer Legend
Gerry Bird, 2023
Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
Beano Studios, I.P. Daley, Beano, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story promoting curiosity and exploration.
Encourages resilience and innovative thinking in children.
Fun-filled escapades which foster reading engagement.
Perfect for encouraging parent-child shared reading moments.

Dennis & Gnasher: Little Menace’s Great Escape
Beano Studios, I.P. Daley, Beano, 2023
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.

The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Amelia Fang and the Half-Moon Holiday
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled narrative stimulates imagination and creativity.
Relatable characters foster emotional and social development.
Encourages problem-solving skills through engaging plot twists.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.


