Books like Beggars, Beasts & Easter Fire/Stories of Early Saints
Award winning
Cat and Bear
Carol Greene, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship between diverse characters.
Enhances children's understanding of empathy and cooperation.
Simple language tailored for early readers' comprehension.
Encourages interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Cat and Bear
Carol Greene, 2000
Award winning
The Old Ladies Who Liked Cats
Carol Greene, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Charming tale of compassion and community engagement.
Enhances empathy and understanding in young readers.
Celebrates diversity and the power of kindness.
Ideal for improving early reading skills.

The Old Ladies Who Liked Cats
Carol Greene, 1991
Award winning
The Story of Halloween
Carol Greene, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Explores origins and traditions of Halloween engagingly.
Educational content tailored for early elementary-age children.
Fosters curiosity about historical and cultural practices.
Enhances vocabulary with themed and expressive words.

The Story of Halloween
Carol Greene, 2004
Award winning
The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
100 pages
Why to read
Captures pioneering spirit and historical American lifestyle.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character development.
Supports understanding of familial and societal roles.
Engages young readers with vivid, descriptive storytelling.

The Little House Collection
Laura Ingalls Wilder, 2024
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
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
The Tale of Peter Rabbit Holiday Edition
Beatrix Potter, 2024
88 pages
Why to read
Classic tale with festive holiday twist.
Enhances imagination and moral understanding.
Encourages empathy, curiosity in young readers.
Ideal for cozy family holiday reading.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Holiday Edition
Beatrix Potter, 2024
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.
