Books like Baggage
Award winning
The Woman Who Won Things
Allan Ahlberg, Katharine McEwen, 2002
80 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical, captivating storytelling.
Highlights themes of perseverance and resourcefulness.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Ideal for enhancing children's reading and comprehension skills.

The Woman Who Won Things
Allan Ahlberg, Katharine McEwen, 2002
Award winning
There's Not One
Jennifer Higgie, 2016
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, worldwide adventure.
Encourages recognition of unique identities and cultures.
Supports developmental understanding of inclusivity and respect.
Colorful illustrations captivate and spark imagination.

There's Not One
Jennifer Higgie, 2016
Award winning
Daddy Poems
John Micklos Jr., Robert Casilla, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the unique bond between fathers and children.
Enhances emotional literacy and expression.
Engages young readers with lyrical, playful language.
Encourages appreciation for poetry and creative writing.

Daddy Poems
John Micklos Jr., Robert Casilla, 2000
The Out Of Tune Moon
Pat Hatt, Candiss West, 2012
28 pages
Why to read
Captivating narrative fosters children's creativity and imagination.
Encourages musical interest and rhythmic skill development.
Supports emotional growth through relatable lunar adventures.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading moments.

The Out Of Tune Moon
Pat Hatt, Candiss West, 2012
Happy Ever Crafter:Fairy Tales
Annalees Lim, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through fairy tale crafts and activities.
Enhances fine motor skills and artistic expression.
Interactive storytelling boosts reading comprehension.
Ideal for shared parent-child crafting sessions.

Happy Ever Crafter:Fairy Tales
Annalees Lim, 2018
Award winning
Bed Trolls
Rachel Malone Saar, Jack Golden, 2023
60 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, magical narratives.
Builds empathy with diverse, relatable troll characters.
Enhances problem-solving with playful challenges.
Supports language development in a fun context.

Bed Trolls
Rachel Malone Saar, Jack Golden, 2023
Utah
Kathleen W. Deady, 2003
64 pages
Why to read
Explores Utah's unique history and culture vividly.
Encourages geographical knowledge and curiosity.
Illustrations complement rich, educational content.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Utah
Kathleen W. Deady, 2003
Award winning
My Big Time Book of Fun, Grades PK - 1
Brighter Child, 2012
256 pages
Why to read
Aids early learning in preschool to first grade kids.
Enhances fine motor skills through engaging activities.
Supports cognitive development with fun puzzles.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared tasks.
