Books like M Mary’s
Award winning
Billy & Mini Monsters Monsters Go Party
Zanna Davidson, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages social skills and friendship building.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young readers’ imagination.
Themes of cooperation and understanding resonate with children.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Billy & Mini Monsters Monsters Go Party
Zanna Davidson, 2020
Award winning
A Place For You And Me
Ashley Scott, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and belonging.
Encourages emotional development and empathy.
Simple language tailored to young readers.
Bright, engaging illustrations enhance the narrative.
A Place For You And Me
Ashley Scott, 2023
Award winning
Kody's Capers: Finding Joy
Terri Abbatiello, Sibgha Sajid, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Kody's adventures spark joy and imagination.
Relatable characters enhance emotional connection.
Encourages problem-solving and creative thinking.
Fun, educational experience for young readers.
Kody's Capers: Finding Joy
Terri Abbatiello, Sibgha Sajid, 2023
Award winning
Lola's Trick or Treat
Diane Degroat, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit of Halloween through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and social skills among young readers.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for family reading, fostering bonding and discussion.
Lola's Trick or Treat
Diane Degroat, 2004
A Christmas Adventure (The Burpee Bears)
Joe Wicks, Paul Howard, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Festive adventure kindles imagination and festive spirit.
Characters display teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports language development and family bonding.
A Christmas Adventure (The Burpee Bears)
Joe Wicks, Paul Howard, 2022
Award winning
Mean Bubba-Dean
Stephanie Blau, Curt Walstead, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Addresses bullying through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding amongst young readers.
Supports social and emotional development.
Ideal for family read-aloud and discussion.
Mean Bubba-Dean
Stephanie Blau, Curt Walstead, 2023
Award winning
Harper and the Fire Star
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2018
240 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through enchanting storytelling.
Strengthens resilience and determination in children.
Encourages exploration of music and arts.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding.
Harper and the Fire Star
Cerrie Burnell, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2018
Charlotte and the Mysterious Vanishing Place: The Kare Kids Adventures #2
Charles A Salter, 2016
94 pages
Why to read
Encourages curiosity and adventure through engaging storytelling.
Develops empathy and bravery in young readers.
Stimulates cognitive growth with mystery-solving elements.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
