Books like Coconut's Guide to Life: Life Lessons from a Girl's Best Friend
Award winning
Coconut Coco-Notes: A Book of Notes to Tear and Share (Coconut)
Pleasant Company, American Girl, 2003
80 pages
Why to read
Encourages sharing and communication among children.
Fosters creativity through interactive note-sharing.
Strengthens literacy and fine motor skills.
Ideal for cooperative classroom or home activities.

Coconut Coco-Notes: A Book of Notes to Tear and Share (Coconut)
Pleasant Company, American Girl, 2003
The Best That I Can Be: Inspiring Words for American Girls (American Girls (Hardcover))
A. American, American Girl, 2002
80 pages
Why to read
Empowers girls with inspiring, motivational stories.
Highlights diverse American girl experiences and dreams.
Supports self-esteem and personal growth development.
Encourages family discussions about aspirations and values.

The Best That I Can Be: Inspiring Words for American Girls (American Girls (Hardcover))
A. American, American Girl, 2002
Award winning
The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 2024
45 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of animal behavior and communication.
Engaging hands-on activities to strengthen learning.
Fosters empathy and responsible pet care.
Supports language skills and cognitive development.

The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 2024
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.

Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Bean The Stretchy Dragon: A Sally & Bean Adventure
Ari Stocrate, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable characters fostering emotional development.
Enhances problem-solving through playful storytelling.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, accessible text.
