Books like Cosimo's Fables: Everybody Hates the Rain & The Pirate Ship
Award winning
Patches the Pirate: Saves the Ocean
K.C. Patches, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale promoting environmental awareness.
Encourages empathy through relatable pirate characters.
Fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Engaging, educational content for young readers.

Patches the Pirate: Saves the Ocean
K.C. Patches, 2023
Award winning
Benita and the Night Creatures
Mariana Llanos, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through magical realism.
Builds empathy through relatable character experiences.
Enhances problem-solving with engaging plot twists.
Stimulates language development and imagination.

Benita and the Night Creatures
Mariana Llanos, 2023
Award winning
Fox and Rabbit
Beth Ferry, Laurel Heger, 2021
90 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters curiosity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship.
Enhances problem-solving and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Fox and Rabbit
Beth Ferry, Laurel Heger, 2021
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.

This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 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
Two Little Raindrops: An Exciting Story Inspired by Nature
Adele Lamothe, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure inspired by natural elements.
Fosters curiosity about weather and science.
Enhances understanding of teamwork and friendship.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Two Little Raindrops: An Exciting Story Inspired by Nature
Adele Lamothe, 2023
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.
