Books like Alligator Boy
Award winning
I Am a Dragon!
Sabina Hahn, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, captivating illustrations spark children's visual curiosity.
Adventure-driven story enhances problem-solving skills.
Build empathy and friendship understanding.
Encourages creativity through fantasy play.
I Am a Dragon!
Sabina Hahn, 2023
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
Award winning
The Enchanted Quest
Mac Barnett, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through mysterious quests.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bonding.
The Enchanted Quest
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
Award winning
Blob
Anne Appert, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging, creative adventure stimulates young imaginations.
Colorful illustrations captivate and delight young readers.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of differences.
Supports emotional and social development.
Blob
Anne Appert, 2021
Award winning
The Duck Never Blinks
Alex Latimer, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure ensures constant curiosity and entertainment.
Encourages empathy through relatable avian characters.
Stimulates problem-solving with intriguing challenges.
Ideal for interactive family reading moments.
The Duck Never Blinks
Alex Latimer, 2024
Award winning
Escargot
Dashka Slater, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Charming tale of Escargot, a French adventure-seeking snail.
Promotes self-acceptance and the beauty of being unique.
Encourages children to celebrate diversity and friendship.
Interactive, engaging narrative boosts reading enjoyment.
Escargot
Dashka Slater, 2022
Award winning
Catside Up, Catside Down
Anna Hrachovec, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores problem-solving through playful cat antics.
Enhances creativity with reversible cat scenarios.
Encourages interactive reading and family involvement.
Builds early language and cognitive skills.
