Books like Bluey: Bad Mood
Award winning
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
44 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and adventure through imaginative storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonding during shared reading.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
Award winning
Squishy McFluff: Supermarket Sweep!
Pip Jones, 2014
80 pages
Why to read
Fosters imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Enhances problem-solving with playful supermarket challenges.
Strengthens reading skills in a fun context.
Encourages empathy through endearing characters.
Squishy McFluff: Supermarket Sweep!
Pip Jones, 2014
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
272 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Highlights importance of friendship and teamwork.
Encourages understanding and managing personal fears.
Supports emotional and social development.
Stuntboy, In The Meantime
Jason Reynolds, 2021
Football Stories: Messi
Simon Mugford, 2023
1536 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Messi’s challenging yet triumphant journey.
Enhances understanding of teamwork and perseverance.
Ideal for young sports enthusiasts' personal growth.
Supports development of ambition and resilience.
Football Stories: Messi
Simon Mugford, 2023
Award winning
Dahlia
Barbara McClintock, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and imagination.
Characters display resilience and growth, ideal for young minds.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable scenarios.
Perfect blend of fun and learning, enhances reading skills.
Dahlia
Barbara McClintock, 2002
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.
