Books about Playfulness
Award winning
Zim Zam Zoom!
James Carter, A Arter, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Rhyming text enhances phonemic awareness and reading skills.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play through storytelling.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions with children.

Zim Zam Zoom!
James Carter, A Arter, 2016
Award winning
Kittens
Marcus Schneck, 1998
80 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of playful and curious kittens.
Illustrations that stimulate visual perception and creativity.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging and accessible language.
Encourages compassion through kitten characters’ adventures.

Kittens
Marcus Schneck, 1998
Award winning
Full of Beans: Poetry for Children
Jo Hudson, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating poetry ignites children's imagination and creativity.
Develops language skills and enriches vocabulary.
Themes resonate with everyday experiences and emotions.
Encourages expression and aids emotional development.

Full of Beans: Poetry for Children
Jo Hudson, 2023
Award winning
Super Happy Magic Forest and the Humongous Fungus
Matty Long, 2020
192 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations spark creativity and visual engagement.
Adventure theme enhances problem-solving skills.
Rich, humorous content supports language development.
Interactive narrative fosters shared reading enjoyment.

Super Happy Magic Forest and the Humongous Fungus
Matty Long, 2020
Teletubbies Annual (Teletubbies)
Bbc, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Vibrant visuals stimulate young children’s sensory development.
Simple narratives support early language acquisition.
Familiar characters encourage emotional connection.
Interactive elements enhance motor skills.

Teletubbies Annual (Teletubbies)
Bbc, 2004
Are You a Monster?
Guilherme Karsten, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of identity and self-acceptance.
Engaging and colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards differences.
Interactive question format enhances thinking skills.

Are You a Monster?
Guilherme Karsten, 2023
Toys
Gill Tanner, Robin Twiddy, 2022
123 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with vibrant, playful imagery.
Stimulates imagination through interactive toy-themed adventures.
Fosters empathy and teamwork among diverse characters.
Encourages language development and early literacy skills.

Toys
Gill Tanner, Robin Twiddy, 2022
Squeak-A-Boo! Baby: (Squeak-A-Boo!)
Emma Munroe Smith, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Interactive play enhances early cognitive development.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
Simple text supports language acquisition and literacy.
Encourages auditory and visual stimulation.
