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Pinwheel: Baby Hang-Ons: Puppy
Frances Coe, Sally Chambers, 2000
12 pages
Why to read
Engaging tactile experience with interactive hang-on puppy.
Stimulates sensory development and fine motor skills.
Colorful illustrations captivate and hold baby’s attention.
Ideal for bonding through playful, shared reading moments.

Pinwheel: Baby Hang-Ons: Puppy
Frances Coe, Sally Chambers, 2000
"Jay Jay Jet Plane": Tracy's Colours
Anova Books, 2004
12 pages
Why to read
Educational Value: The book introduces young readers to different colors, helping them learn basic color recognition in an engaging and entertaining context.
Character Engagement: Children can follow the adventures of Tracy, a character from the popular 'Jay Jay the Jet Plane' series, which can help in developing a connection with the character and maintain interest in the story.
Reading Skills Development: Reading this book with children can help them develop early reading skills, such as word recognition, sentence structure, and storytelling comprehension.
Imaginative Play: The combination of airplanes and colors can inspire imaginative play, allowing children to create their own stories and adventures based on the themes presented in the book.

"Jay Jay Jet Plane": Tracy's Colours
Anova Books, 2004
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The Real Life Adventures of AC Hammer
Dawn Hammer, AC Hammer, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances problem-solving skills through captivating challenges.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Real Life Adventures of AC Hammer
Dawn Hammer, AC Hammer, 2023
Who Ever Heard of a Tiger in a Pink Hat?
Nicola Stott McCourt, Leah-Ellen Heming, 2007
12 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale sparks creativity and imagination.
Introduces themes of acceptance and individuality.
Encourages laughter and joy in young readers.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Who Ever Heard of a Tiger in a Pink Hat?
Nicola Stott McCourt, Leah-Ellen Heming, 2007
Award winning
Walnut Grove Woods
Saadia Khan, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through charming woodland adventures.
Enhances empathy and social skills.
Engaging narrative encourages curiosity and exploration.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Walnut Grove Woods
Saadia Khan, 2023
Broomstick Removals (Young Hippo Magic)
Ann Jungman, 1997
96 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with magical storytelling.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Characters display teamwork and resilience.
Ideal for family bonding over reading.

Broomstick Removals (Young Hippo Magic)
Ann Jungman, 1997
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
The Maniacal Mischief of the Marauding Monsters
Meredith Rusu, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging narrative encourages creative thinking.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Adventure theme enhances problem-solving skills.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.
