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Award winning
There
Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure through dreamscape ignites child's creativity.
Addresses inner feelings and aspirations relatably.
Enhances vocabulary and concept understanding.
Encourages dialogue on personal dreams and goals.
There
Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick, 2009
Award winning
Dirtball Pete (Bolder Books for Boys and Girls)
Eileen Brennan, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights importance of self-acceptance and perseverance.
Encourages creativity through engaging and comedic narrative.
Teaches resilience through character challenges and triumphs.
Ideal for aiding emotional and social development.
Dirtball Pete (Bolder Books for Boys and Girls)
Eileen Brennan, 2010
Award winning
Boo Who?: And Other Wicked Halloween Knock-Knock Jokes
Katy Hall, Lisa Eisenberg, Steve Bjorkman, 2000
16 pages
Why to read
Filled with playful and spooky Halloween-themed knock-knock jokes.
Enhances children’s linguistic skills and understanding of humor.
Promotes interaction and laughter in shared reading settings.
Cultivates creativity and spontaneous thinking.
Boo Who?: And Other Wicked Halloween Knock-Knock Jokes
Katy Hall, Lisa Eisenberg, Steve Bjorkman, 2000
Sam Can't Sleep
Davide Calì, Anna Aparicio Català, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline promotes empathy and emotional intelligence.
Illustrations captivate and enhance understanding.
Supports development of early language and reading skills.
Encourages bedtime routines through relatable narrative.
Sam Can't Sleep
Davide Calì, Anna Aparicio Català, 2021
Hugo no puede dormir
Davide Calì, Anna Aparicio Català, 2020
36 pages
Why to read
Addresses sleep issues through creative storytelling.
Enhances understanding of emotions and nighttime fears.
Encourages parent-child bonding during bedtime routines.
Ideal for improving young children’s language skills.
Hugo no puede dormir
Davide Calì, Anna Aparicio Català, 2020
Award winning
It's Time for School, Stinky Face (Board Book)
Lisa Mccourt, Cyd Moore, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Fun, imaginative journey to school.
Relatable, humorous characters engage young readers.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.
It's Time for School, Stinky Face (Board Book)
Lisa Mccourt, Cyd Moore, 1999
Award winning
I Am a Bird
Hope Lim, Hyewon Yum, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the joy of exploring identity and freedom.
Stimulates empathy and understanding through relatable storytelling.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, enhancing visual perception and appreciation.
I Am a Bird
Hope Lim, Hyewon Yum, 2021
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, Jon Klassen, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.
