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Holly DiBella-McCarthy

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The United States

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https://www.bookchatterpress.com/

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Children's, Nonfiction

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Holly DiBella-McCarthy, Author, M.Ed., Sixth Year degree in Educational Administration

Holly is an award-winning author, former special education teacher, school administrator, and university professor. Now writing full-time, Holly crafts books that make learning a joyful adventure for kids and the grown-ups reading with them.

Her popular Dilly Duck and Friends series includes Dilly Duck Plays All Day, Dilly Duck Plans a Parade, and Dilly Duck Saves the Day, all of which celebrate teamwork, kindness, and problem-solving. She’s also the author of the Beginner Reader, Dilly and Pals See Me Read, designed to build early reading confidence.

Coming in 2025, she’ll release two new picture books: The Best Letter Club and Roy the Koi: The Fish Who Li ...more

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Average rating: 4.8 · 167 ratings · 126 reviews · 16 distinct works • Similar authors

	Dilly Duck Plays All Day by Holly DiBella-McCarthy (Goodreads Author), Pradyut Chatterjee (Illustrator) 4.71 avg rating — 68 ratings — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Dilly Duck Saves the Day 4.86 avg rating — 29 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Dilly Duck Plans a Parade: A Children's Book About Empathy, Kindness, Colors and Senses (Dilly Duck and Friends, #2) 4.96 avg rating — 24 ratings — published 2023 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Roy the Koi: The Fish Who Lived Forever by Holly DiBella-McCarthy (Goodreads Author), Joseph McCarthy it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 14 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Best Letter Club: When Consonants and Vowels Unite 4.70 avg rating — 10 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	More Book Folding for Beginners 20 Pattern Pack: Folded Book Art Gifts to Make for Free (Book Folding Patterns and Instruction) 4.86 avg rating — 7 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	To New Beginnings: Embracing the A, B, and C's of Your First Year Teaching it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Book Folding for Beginners: Step-by-Step Folded Book Instructions and Patterns (Book Folding Patterns and Instruction) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 4 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Parenting With a Teacher's Toolbox: Practical Strategies for Success by Holly DiBella-McCarthy (Goodreads Author), Virtual Voice (Narrator) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Dilly Duck and Friends Coloring Activity Book it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Holly DiBella-McCarthy's Blog: Raising Kindergarten Ready Kids

Sight, Sound, and Song: How Singing with Your Baby Builds the Brain (Ages Birth–6 Months)

By Holly DiBella-McCarthy, BSW, M.Ed.

From the moment your baby opens their eyes, their brain begins to wire connections that shape how they see, hear, and understand the world. During those first precious months, your voice and their gaze are more than just sweet interactions—they’re powerful tools for development.

The Power of Sight and Sound Together

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Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing To the Top of the World: Barbara Hillary, the First Black Woman to Reach the North and South Poles by Deborah Blumenthal (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
The author wrote an inspirational non-fiction adventure story about Barbara Hillary's passions and dreams. This story will engage children and adults alike. What a remarkable lady Barbara Hillary was! The illustrations are breathtaking. To the Top of ...more
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Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Not Me. Monster’s Guide to Self-Acceptance: A Rhyming Picture Book about Confidence and Self-Esteem. (Little Monster Learners) by Ameliessa Richardson (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Not Me: A Monster’s Guide to Self-Acceptance is an absolute gem! As both a teacher and a parent, I treasure stories that open doors to real conversations about self-confidence, and this one truly shines. Written in playful, flowing rhyme and filled w ...more
Nov 09, 2025 04:46AM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Not Me. Monster’s Guide to Self-Acceptance by Ameliessa Richardson. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Not Me. Monster’s Guide to Self-Acceptance by Ameliessa Richardson <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Are You Bored? by Monika Marzec (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
As a teacher and parent, I have heard “I’m so bored” countless times. This creative story is a fun way to encourage kids to think critically and come up with their own solutions. Cute illustrations and playful wordplay make it a laugh-out-loud read. ...more
Sep 24, 2025 03:44PM · 2 likes · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Are You Bored? by Monika Marzec. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Are You Bored? by Monika Marzec <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Storybook: Lila and the Day the Colors Disappeared - emotional development, about appreciating beauty in everyday life: art-themed picture books for kidswith ... for toddlers (Learning with Lila Book 2) by ChatterChirps .	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Lila is a delightful character who loves painting flowers, rainbows, and all things bright and colorful. When the Color Thief takes away the colors, her world turns grey and dull. The heart of the story shines when we learn why the colors were stolen ...more
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Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing C Is for Construction (ABC Primer) by Cynthia Clumeck Muchnick (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
As a former educator, I love how this ABC Primer makes learning letters both fun and meaningful. It is perfect for pre-k and kindergarten students to practice letter recognition, letter sounds, and build new vocabulary, all within the exciting world ...more
Sep 24, 2025 02:44PM · 1 like · like · see review
Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Love Is The Gift: Supporting Children Age 6 To 11 Through Bereavement by Joanna P.A. Moore (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Love Is The Gift is a gentle and beautifully written story that helps children understand and talk about grief. The lyrical verse and calming watercolor illustrations make it both comforting and heartfelt. It’s a wonderful resource for families to sh ...more
Sep 24, 2025 02:21PM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Love Is The Gift by Joanna P.A. Moore. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Love Is The Gift by Joanna P.A. Moore <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Polar Post: An Erutuf National Park Novel by Kathy Arnold Cherry (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Another great adventure in Erutuf National Park for young readers! This one takes place in the Arctic. The siblings and their dog Tutu must solve challenges to find the map before the pirates do. There are fun, real facts about the Arctic and its ani ...more
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Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Petunia the Perfectionist by Marissa Bader (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
Petunia strives to be perfect in everything she does and panics when she thinks about not being perfect. Her mom, music teacher, and friends try to show her that imperfection can be a good thing. But Petunia is not buying it. When her worst fear come ...more
Sep 06, 2025 06:00AM · 1 like · like · see review · preview book See a Problem? We’d love your help. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of Petunia the Perfectionist by Marissa Bader. Problem: Details (if other): Thanks for telling us about the problem. Not the book you’re looking for? Preview — Petunia the Perfectionist by Marissa Bader <iframe sandbox id="wrongBookKindlePreviewScreen">
Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing Dogfish and the Gift of Inclusion (Dogfish Tales) by Rita Reed	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This Special Education teacher loved this Dogfish story about friends swimming all the way to Mexico for Wally the Whale Shark's birthday party! They met up with friends with disabilities, highlighting their unique abilities. When Ollie Octopus, the ...more
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Holly DiBella-McCarthy rated a book it was amazing My Mom is a Dragon: An Adventure to Understanding Postpartum Mood Disorders by Sara H. Fowler (Goodreads Author)	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
This picture book will accomplish a great deal in calming a child worried that their mother is turning into a dragon (or seems like a different mom!) after having a baby. The child in this story gathers all the evidence, convinced that mom will becom ...more
Sep 01, 2025 10:06AM · 2 likes · like · see review