Books like Laura Torres’s
Award winning
Step-by-Step Paper Mache
Judy Balchin, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity through hands-on art projects.
Encourages fine motor skills and patience development.
Fosters artistic expression in young learners.
Interactive craft activities bond families.

Step-by-Step Paper Mache
Judy Balchin, 2000
Award winning
Worms
Sally Morgan, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks curiosity about nature and science.
Colorful illustrations captivate young readers’ attention.
Encourages environmental understanding and appreciation.
Interactive content strengthens reading and comprehension skills.

Worms
Sally Morgan, 2002
Award winning
What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, Diana Sudyka, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about astronomy and history.
Celebrates perseverance and problem-solving skills.
Based on real-life astronomer, Maria Mitchell.
Encourages exploration and discovery in young readers.

What Miss Mitchell Saw
Hayley Barrett, Diana Sudyka, 2019
Award winning
This Little Piggy
Christina King, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engages toddlers with rhythmic, playful language.
Enhances fine motor skills through interactive fingerplay.
Strengthens memory and sequencing abilities.
Fosters early literacy and numeracy fundamentals.

This Little Piggy
Christina King, 2023
Award winning
The Buffalo in the Mall
Molly Levite Griffis, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative with a unique, humorous twist.
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking in children.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading sessions, enhancing family bonds.

The Buffalo in the Mall
Molly Levite Griffis, 1996
Award winning
Fanny
Holly Hobbie, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression in children.
Depicts handling disappointment in constructive ways.
Strengthens understanding of friendship and empathy.
Engaging storyline fosters a love for reading.

Fanny
Holly Hobbie, 2008
Award winning
The World's Longest Sock
Juliann Law, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with a whimsical, innovative storyline.
Encourages creativity through relatable, dynamic characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills in playful scenarios.
Interactive, educational journey sparking joy and learning.

The World's Longest Sock
Juliann Law, 2022
Award winning
Cardcaptors 8x8 #01: Power Play
Kimberly Weinberger, 2001
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging and dynamic story.
Promotes creativity and problem-solving.
Characters that inspire and empower.
Ideal for collective family reading moments.
