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Panda Kindergarten
Joanne Ryder, Katherine Feng, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases engaging day of pandas at school.
Highlights friendship, sharing, and cooperation.
Supports early learning about animals and nature.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Panda Kindergarten
Joanne Ryder, Katherine Feng, 2009
Amazing Esme
Tamara Macfarlane, Michael Fowkes, 2012
176 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vibrant, imaginative storytelling.
Features strong, relatable young heroine Esme.
Encourages resilience and resourcefulness in problem scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Amazing Esme
Tamara Macfarlane, Michael Fowkes, 2012
Award winning
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Dragon Adventure
Peppa Pig, Lauren Holowaty, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling sparks children’s imaginative thinking.
Peppa Pig’s relatable adventures enhance emotional development.
Encourages curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Peppa Pig: Peppa's Dragon Adventure
Peppa Pig, Lauren Holowaty, 2022
Award winning
My Very First Friend
Kristina K Sheldon, Megan Barnes, Jillian Dister, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Fosters early social skills and friendship values.
Engaging illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in preschoolers.
My Very First Friend
Kristina K Sheldon, Megan Barnes, Jillian Dister, 2022
Award winning
Diego's Animal Friends ("Go Diego Go!")
Nickelodeon Publishing, 2006
12 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story boosts problem-solving skills.
Culturally diverse characters promote inclusivity.
Interactive story elements enhance reader participation.
Inspires love for wildlife and nature conservation.
Diego's Animal Friends ("Go Diego Go!")
Nickelodeon Publishing, 2006
Award winning
The Magical Paws of Christmas
Fabiola S. Albacarys, Mandy Grant, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Festive and magical storyline captures children's imagination.
Engaging characters teach values of kindness and sharing.
Enhances vocabulary and reading skills through playful text.
Ideal for cozy family reading during the holiday season.
The Magical Paws of Christmas
Fabiola S. Albacarys, Mandy Grant, 2023
Award winning
The Journey of Tomy the Dragonfly
Christian Kunz, 2023
75 pages
Why to read
Explores resilience through Tomy’s adventurous spirit.
Encourages empathy and friendship among diverse characters.
Enhances understanding of natural ecosystems.
Interactive narrative fosters family bonding during reading.
The Journey of Tomy the Dragonfly
Christian Kunz, 2023
Award winning
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
36 pages
Why to read
Explores dynamic interactions among diverse animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding of ecological roles.
Stimulating visual storytelling enhances cognitive development.
Supports vocabulary expansion and factual knowledge acquisition.
