Books like Captain Toby
Award winning
The Smile Shop
Satoshi Kitamura, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases joy of giving and its emotional rewards.
Encourages empathy and understanding through vibrant storytelling.
Supports emotional development and social skills.
Engages young readers with captivating illustrations.
The Smile Shop
Satoshi Kitamura, 2020
School for Puppies
Satoshi Kitamura, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights friendship, teamwork among diverse puppy characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding through playful scenarios.
Supports early literacy and language development skills.
Stimulating illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
School for Puppies
Satoshi Kitamura, 2024
Award winning
Hello H2O
John Agard, Satoshi Kitamura, 2003
96 pages
Why to read
Explores the wonders of water through playful rhymes.
Encourages scientific curiosity and environmental awareness.
Supports language development with engaging verse.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Hello H2O
John Agard, Satoshi Kitamura, 2003
Award winning
The Yes
Satoshi Kitamura, Sarah Bee, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers positivity and self-affirmation for young readers.
Engages with vibrant illustrations and captivating narrative.
Encourages courage in facing fears and uncertainties.
Promotes resilience and the power of 'Yes'.
The Yes
Satoshi Kitamura, Sarah Bee, 2014
Award winning
Me and My Cat?
Satoshi Kitamura, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Magical tale of a boy swapping bodies with his cat.
Stimulates imagination, explores curiosity and unexpected adventures.
Supports language development through rich, engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy by viewing life from another perspective.
Me and My Cat?
Satoshi Kitamura, 1996
Award winning
Stone Age Boy
Satoshi Kitamura, 2007
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey into prehistoric times.
Encourages curiosity about history and archaeology.
Strengthens understanding of human history.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Stone Age Boy
Satoshi Kitamura, 2007
Award winning
Pablo the Artist
Satoshi Kitamura, 2005
28 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and artistic expression in young minds.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and colorful storytelling.
Encourages perseverance and finding unique solutions.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Pablo the Artist
Satoshi Kitamura, 2005
Bluey: Sleepytime
Penguin Random House Australia, Bluey, 2024
16 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with comforting storytelling.
Supports emotional development through relatable family dynamics.
Encourages imagination with engaging, playful narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
