Books like Bink & Gollie
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Kate Dicamillo, Bagram Ibatoulline, 2006
228 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of love, loss, and hope.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Stimulates imagination through vivid storytelling.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
Kate Dicamillo, Bagram Ibatoulline, 2006
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, Chris Van Dusen, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, Chris Van Dusen, 2023
Award winning
La La La: A Story of Hope
Kate Dicamillo, Jaime Kim, 2017
70 pages
Why to read
Promotes resilience and hope through captivating illustrations.
Encourages emotional expression and empathy in children.
Simple, lyrical text ideal for early readers.
Fosters imagination and independent thinking.
La La La: A Story of Hope
Kate Dicamillo, Jaime Kim, 2017
Award winning
The Magician's Elephant
Kate Dicamillo, Yoko Tanaka, 2009
201 pages
Why to read
Encourages belief in the impossible through magical storytelling.
Strengthens empathy and understanding via diverse character encounters.
Enhances problem-solving through complex, engaging plot twists.
Supports emotional development and resilience in young readers.
The Magician's Elephant
Kate Dicamillo, Yoko Tanaka, 2009
Award winning
Classics
The Tale of Despereaux
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2003
247 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and resilience through Despereaux's adventures.
Enhances empathy with relatable, diverse character experiences.
Stimulates imagination with rich, descriptive storytelling.
Supports moral development with clear ethical dilemmas.
The Tale of Despereaux
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2003
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, Emily I Brown, Julie Morstad, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, Emily I Brown, Julie Morstad, 2023
Curious George the Surprise Gift (CGTV)
H. A. Rey, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages curiosity and exploration.
Features beloved character, Curious George, for relatability.
Stimulates problem-solving and creative thinking skills.
Ideal for interactive and joyful family reading times.
Curious George the Surprise Gift (CGTV)
H. A. Rey, 2008
Award winning
Curious George Dinosaur Tracks (Curious George TV)
H. A. Rey, 2011
24 pages
Why to read
Explores curiosity through adventure and discovery.
Introduces basic concepts of paleontology to young readers.
Encourages scientific inquiry and learning in children.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
