Books like At Night
Award winning
Big Snow
Jonathan Bean, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating winter adventure sparks imagination in young readers.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Enhances vocabulary related to winter and weather concepts.
Ideal for cozy read-aloud sessions on snowy days.

Big Snow
Jonathan Bean, 2013
Award winning
The Apple Pie That Papa Baked
Jonathan Bean, Lauren Thompson, Mcgraw-Hill, 2007
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and the sequence of actions.
Strengthens understanding of cause and effect.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive, rhythmic phrases.
Fosters family bonds through shared reading moments.

The Apple Pie That Papa Baked
Jonathan Bean, Lauren Thompson, Mcgraw-Hill, 2007
Award winning
Jibberwillies at Night
Rachel Vail, Yumi Heo, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood fears with warmth and understanding.
Encourages emotional resilience and coping strategies.
Stimulates conversations about emotions between parents and children.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.

Jibberwillies at Night
Rachel Vail, Yumi Heo, 2008
Award winning
Dear Dad: A Nine Year Old Boy's Letter to His Father
Sayid T.M. Hoston, 2023
46 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional intelligence through heartfelt father-son relationship.
Encourages expression through writing and communication.
Supports understanding of family dynamics and roles.
Enhances literacy with engaging narrative structure.

Dear Dad: A Nine Year Old Boy's Letter to His Father
Sayid T.M. Hoston, 2023
Award winning
Hey Grandude!
Paul Mccartney, Kathryn Durst, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story stimulates imagination and creativity.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Themes of bonding and adventure promote family discussions.
Inspires curiosity and exploration in a fun way.

Hey Grandude!
Paul Mccartney, Kathryn Durst, 2019
Dreamers
Constance Hobbs, 2007
440 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with vivid, dream-like storytelling.
Characters embody resilience and creativity.
Enhances problem-solving through fantastical challenges.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared reading.

Dreamers
Constance Hobbs, 2007
Timmy
Jo Moore, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and imagination.
Timmy's adventures teach valuable life lessons.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Timmy
Jo Moore, 1995
Award winning
The Lost Tooth Club
Arden Johnson-Petrov, Arden Johnson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative about childhood milestone of losing teeth.
Characters model positive reactions to common fears.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child bonding during reading.
