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Animal Noises: A Pull-Tab Book
Dawn Apperley, 1999
14 pages
Why to read
Interactive pull-tabs make animal sounds excitingly realistic.
Enhances sensory development and animal recognition skills.
Encourages active participation and early language skills.
Perfect for shared reading, boosting familial bonds.

Animal Noises: A Pull-Tab Book
Dawn Apperley, 1999
Award winning
Hello, Little Bird
Petr Horáček, 2009
16 pages
Why to read
Fosters curiosity and nature exploration in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Encourages empathy and kindness through character interactions.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.

Hello, Little Bird
Petr Horáček, 2009
Award winning
Cloud Forest
Victoria Turnbull, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, resilience, and adventure.
Stimulates imagination with beautifully illustrated mystical landscapes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.

Cloud Forest
Victoria Turnbull, 2019
Award winning
Outdoor Surprises (I AM A READER!: Frog and Friends)
Eve Bunting, Josée Masse, 2013
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures in nature for young readers.
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Supports early reading skills development.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations.

Outdoor Surprises (I AM A READER!: Frog and Friends)
Eve Bunting, Josée Masse, 2013
The Tiger Who Was Happy (When I Was...)
Rachel Elliott, John Bendall-Brunello, 2012
22 pages
Why to read
Engaging and whimsical story for young readers.
Explores emotions and happiness through colorful characters.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-awareness.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Tiger Who Was Happy (When I Was...)
Rachel Elliott, John Bendall-Brunello, 2012
The Adventures of Joe Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill 3: The Secret of the Missing Arch (The Adventures of Joe-Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill)
Renee Hand, Jake Karwoski, 2012
138 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Dynamic duo Joe Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill inspire teamwork.
Stimulates curiosity and critical thinking in young readers.
Engaging narrative encourages a love for reading.

The Adventures of Joe Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill 3: The Secret of the Missing Arch (The Adventures of Joe-Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill)
Renee Hand, Jake Karwoski, 2012
Farm Sounds
Amy Mullen, 2023
20 pages
Why to read
Interactive exploration of farm animal sounds.
Vivid illustrations stimulate visual learning.
Encourages verbal skills and sound recognition.
Perfect for bonding during read-aloud sessions.

Farm Sounds
Amy Mullen, 2023
Award winning
Tillie & Clementine Zoo Switcheroo
Dan Killeen, 2015
48 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story sparks curiosity and engagement.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
