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First Snow of Winter
Graham Ralph, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of winter through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages resilience and bravery in new situations.
Supports language development with simple, engaging text.
Ideal for bonding over a cozy winter read.

First Snow of Winter
Graham Ralph, 1999
Award winning
Goose - Wild Goose
Laura Wall, Anna Award, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story, fosters curiosity and exploration.
Vivid illustrations stimulate visual learning and creativity.
Strengthens vocabulary and language development.
Encourages empathy and social emotional learning.

Goose - Wild Goose
Laura Wall, Anna Award, 2020
Award winning
The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey in search of the ideal pumpkin.
Teaches perseverance and decision-making effectively.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
Award winning
Firecrackers
Zaro Weil, Jo Riddell, 2020
240 pages
Why to read
Vivid poetry fires imagination and stimulates language skills.
Illustrations elevate story, enhancing visual literacy.
Themes of nature build environmental awareness, curiosity.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable narratives.

Firecrackers
Zaro Weil, Jo Riddell, 2020
Award winning
Roo's Fine Flapping Day: At Flaky Acres Feather Farm (Auralee Arkinsly Picture Books for Early Readers Book 2)
Auralee Arkinsly, Kathy Joy, Yolanda Van Heerden, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging story set at Flaky Acres Feather Farm.
Teaches problem-solving through relatable characters.
Encourages imaginative thinking and exploration.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.

Roo's Fine Flapping Day: At Flaky Acres Feather Farm (Auralee Arkinsly Picture Books for Early Readers Book 2)
Auralee Arkinsly, Kathy Joy, Yolanda Van Heerden, 2022
Award winning
Tales of the Mushroom Folk
Signe Aspelin, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Fosters appreciation for nature and environmental consciousness.
Encourages empathy through diverse mushroom character stories.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Tales of the Mushroom Folk
Signe Aspelin, 2016
Award winning
I’m OK” Said The Bee: The Collection
Mr Garry Floyd, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Boosts empathy through relatable animal character struggles.
Encourages resilience with positive problem-solving messages.
Engaging illustrations enhance connection and understanding.
Perfect for joint reading sessions, strengthening bonds.

I’m OK” Said The Bee: The Collection
Mr Garry Floyd, 2023
Award winning
Spencer Knows Spring
Tiffany Obeng, Tharushi Fernando, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Explores the excitement and beauty of spring season.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports early language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
