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Age: 5-6
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Award winning
Van Wyck
Beverly Fritz, 2020
30 pages
Why to read
Adventurous storyline enhances problem-solving skills.
Characters embody resilience, promoting personal growth.
Engages young readers with vivid, imaginative settings.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.

Van Wyck
Beverly Fritz, 2020
The Day Trip
Ladybird Books, Ladybird, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure encourages exploration and curiosity.
Characters model teamwork, empathy in problem resolution.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

The Day Trip
Ladybird Books, Ladybird, 2011
Award winning
The Curious Book of Lists: 263 Fun, Fascinating, and Fact-Filled Lists (Curious Lists)
Tracey Turner, Caroline Selmes, 2022
160 pages
Why to read
Cultivates curiosity through fun and fascinating facts.
Enhances knowledge with diverse and interesting topics.
Supports development in categorization and organization skills.
Ideal for shared reading, broadening family discussions.

The Curious Book of Lists: 263 Fun, Fascinating, and Fact-Filled Lists (Curious Lists)
Tracey Turner, Caroline Selmes, 2022
The Police Station
Sue Barraclough, Susan Barraclough, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Explores day-to-day activities of a police station vividly.
Introduces children to community helpers and their roles.
Encourages respect for law enforcement through engaging storytelling.
Supports learning of civic responsibility in young readers.

The Police Station
Sue Barraclough, Susan Barraclough, 2009
Award winning
Joseph's Charleston Adventure
Laura Jenkins Thompson, Inc. The Junior League of Charleston, 1998
28 pages
Why to read
Explore Charleston's rich history through Joseph's eyes.
Stimulates curiosity and fosters a love for learning.
Encourages exploration and personal growth.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.

Joseph's Charleston Adventure
Laura Jenkins Thompson, Inc. The Junior League of Charleston, 1998
New Mother (Cover-To-Cover Chapter Books: Settling the Colonies)
Tom Owens, Margaret Sanfilippo, 1999
56 pages
Why to read
Immersive historical adventure enhances historical knowledge.
Encourages empathy through realistic character challenges.
Strengthens reading skills with complex narrative structure.
Fosters family discussion on history and colonization.

New Mother (Cover-To-Cover Chapter Books: Settling the Colonies)
Tom Owens, Margaret Sanfilippo, 1999
Award winning
Waffles the Chicken Gets Mad
Ken Matthews, Ashley Matthews, 2020
35 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through engaging, colorful storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression.
Delightful illustrations captivate and hold attention.
Perfect for shared reading and discussion.

Waffles the Chicken Gets Mad
Ken Matthews, Ashley Matthews, 2020
Scorby
Smita Bernadet Kujur, 2019
90 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship and teamwork in engaging ways.
Enhances vocabulary through playful and creative language.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Perfect for a fun and meaningful family reading time.
