Books like Around the Year
Bob's Springtime Birthday
Janie Spaht Gill, Robert Reese, 1999
23 pages
Why to read
Celebrates growth and renewal themes.
Engages young readers with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Introduces concepts of friendship and sharing.
Ideal read for springtime inspiration and learning.
Bob's Springtime Birthday
Janie Spaht Gill, Robert Reese, 1999
Award winning
Anne Geddes 123
Anne Geddes, 1995
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating photography enhances early number recognition.
Stimulates visual learning and cognitive development.
Engages toddlers with familiar, comforting imagery.
Encourages interaction, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Anne Geddes 123
Anne Geddes, 1995
Award winning
696 School Jokes & Riddles
Joseph Rosenbloom, 1986
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters humor and linguistic creativity in young readers.
Enhances vocabulary through playful wordplay and puns.
Promotes social skills with shareable, humorous content.
Supports cognitive development with problem-solving jokes.
696 School Jokes & Riddles
Joseph Rosenbloom, 1986
Award winning
Down in the Forest
Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative set in a vibrant forest environment.
Teaches valuable life lessons through animal characters.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Down in the Forest
Yvonne Morrison, Jenny Cooper, 2020
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires imaginative storytelling.
Enhances visual thinking with engaging illustrations.
Builds empathy through relatable emotional journeys.
Encourages perseverance and resilience.
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
Award winning
Seasons: First Foil Poetry Haikus
Ida Ageledis, Michelle Berg, 2003
10 pages
Why to read
Explores nature’s beauty through simple, evocative haikus.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Fosters appreciation for changing seasons and natural cycles.
Encourages mindfulness and reflection in young readers.
Seasons: First Foil Poetry Haikus
Ida Ageledis, Michelle Berg, 2003
Award winning
The Turning of the Year
Bill Martin Jr., Greg Shed, Bill Martin, Sam Maitin, 1970
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the changing seasons in a poetic manner.
Encourages observation and appreciation of nature.
Supports language development with rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
The Turning of the Year
Bill Martin Jr., Greg Shed, Bill Martin, Sam Maitin, 1970
Award winning
The Art Book for Children
Amanda Renshaw, Phaidon Press, 2007
80 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to iconic art and famous artists.
Sparks creativity and visual understanding.
Encourages expression and critical thinking skills.
Interactive content nurturing art appreciation.
