Books like Albert Thammavong’s
Oi Frog! 10th Anniversary Edition
Kes Gray, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Rhyming text enhances phonetic awareness and early reading skills.
Engaging animal characters captivate and maintain young readers' interest.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, situational humor.
Reinforces language patterns, crucial for cognitive development.

Oi Frog! 10th Anniversary Edition
Kes Gray, 2024
Award winning
Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone
Max Lucado, 2024
28 pages
Why to read
Reassures children they're never truly alone.
Encourages resilience and self-reliance.
Beautiful illustrations complement touching narrative.
Ideal for bedtime, helps instill calmness.

Just in Case You Ever Feel Alone
Max Lucado, 2024
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess (Signed Edition)
Jeff Kinney, 2021
226 pages
Why to read
Humor fuels engagement, enhances reading enjoyment.
Encourages resilience through relatable mishaps, setbacks.
Strengthens comprehension with accessible language, structure.

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess (Signed Edition)
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Christi J. Whitney, Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child, 2024
256 pages
Why to read
Mystical adventure fosters creativity and curiosity.
Builds empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in challenges.
Ideal for enhancing literacy and engagement.

Grey (The Romany Outcasts Series, Book 1)
Christi J. Whitney, Laura Dockrill, Lauren Child, 2024
Award winning
More than Words
Roz Maclean, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores complex emotions with engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages vocabulary growth and emotional intelligence.
Supports healthy communication and expression skills.
Ideal for parent-child reading and discussion sessions.

More than Words
Roz Maclean, 2023
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.

The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
The Horrible Chocolate
Jacob M. Ronsen, 2022
152 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks creativity and imagination. - Teaches valuable life lessons subtly. - Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence. - Perfect for family bonding over reading.

The Horrible Chocolate
Jacob M. Ronsen, 2022
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
