Books like Amelia Bedelia and the Baby (I Can Read Level 2)
Award winning
Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?
Suzanne Lang, 2022
88 pages
Why to read
Helps children explore emotions through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports social and emotional development effectively.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Grumpy Monkey Who Threw That?
Suzanne Lang, 2022
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.

Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
41 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery encourages critical thinking.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Introduces problem-solving in a fun storyline.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Ice Cream Vanishes
Julia Sarcone-Roach, 2023
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Rectangle Time
Pamela Paul, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
Highlights the importance of perspective in understanding.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters creativity and imagination.
