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Award winning
Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming shyness in a relatable way.
Encourages social confidence and interpersonal skills.
Supports emotional development through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.

Too Shy to Say Hi
Shannon, Erson, Shannon Anderson, 2021
Award winning
Meet a Dentist! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to dental health in a fun way.
Features diverse, relatable characters.
Encourages curiosity about community roles.
Bright illustrations engage young readers.

Meet a Dentist! (In Our Neighborhood)
Erson, AnnMarie Anderson, 2021
Award winning
Big Ben
Erson, Rachel, Rachel Anderson, anderson-rachel, 2007
123 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with exciting, adventurous storytelling.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative.

Big Ben
Erson, Rachel, Rachel Anderson, anderson-rachel, 2007
Award winning
Sunflower Sal
Erson, Janet S., Janet S. Anderson, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging, rhythmic text.
Encourages empathy by exploring friendship and collaboration.
Supports emotional development with positive resolution.

Sunflower Sal
Erson, Janet S., Janet S. Anderson, 1997
Super Splosh (Wizzbang Wizard, Book 1)
Erson, Scoular-Anderson, 2006
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating magical adventure stimulates young imaginations.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Super Splosh (Wizzbang Wizard, Book 1)
Erson, Scoular-Anderson, 2006
Award winning
Cinder the Bubble Blowing Dragon
Erson, Jessica Anderson, 2006
123 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through Cinder's unique bubble-blowing ability.
Encourages teamwork and friendship in problem-solving.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative.
Builds empathy through character-driven storyline.

Cinder the Bubble Blowing Dragon
Erson, Jessica Anderson, 2006
Award winning
Chuck's Truck (Green Light Readers Level 1, 0)
Erson, Peggy Perry Anderson, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Engages early readers with simple words and fun story.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Builds vocabulary and reading confidence.
Perfect for shared reading sessions with parents.

Chuck's Truck (Green Light Readers Level 1, 0)
Erson, Peggy Perry Anderson, 2006
Award winning
Evil Emperor Penguin
Erson, Laura Ellen, 2015
64 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with fun, adventure-filled narrative.
Encourages teamwork and relationship-building themes.
Boosts critical thinking through quirky challenges.
