Books like Crankenstein
Award winning
Celebrations
Samantha Berger, Dan Santat, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations, captivating festive themes.
Teaches diverse cultural celebrations, fosters inclusivity.
Supports language development, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.

Celebrations
Samantha Berger, Dan Santat, 2013
Award winning
Games
Samantha Berger, Daniel Moreton, 1999
123 pages
Why to read
Engaging and interactive gameplay stories.
Encourages teamwork and strategic planning skills.
Enhances cognitive development through play.
Supports social skills and cooperation.

Games
Samantha Berger, Daniel Moreton, 1999
Award winning
What If...
Mike Curato, Samantha Berger, 2018
34 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through engaging, whimsical scenarios.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in changing situations.
Beautiful, expressive illustrations enhance narrative comprehension.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

What If...
Mike Curato, Samantha Berger, 2018
Award winning
The Very Merry Poop Christmas
Samantha Berger, Manny Galan, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Hilarious, festive story that captivates young readers.
Enhances vocabulary with playful, age-appropriate language.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, engaging narratives.
Fosters joy of reading with relatable, humorous content.

The Very Merry Poop Christmas
Samantha Berger, Manny Galan, 2022
Award winning
Shelter (Emergent Reader)
Samantha Berger, Susan Cañizares, 1998
16 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of safety and belonging.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Simple text perfect for beginner readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding.

Shelter (Emergent Reader)
Samantha Berger, Susan Cañizares, 1998
Silent Letters: Let's Read
Samantha Berger, WordUnited, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonetic skills through interactive silent letter exploration.
Boosts vocabulary and comprehension with engaging activities.
Fosters curiosity about language structure and usage.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading sessions.

Silent Letters: Let's Read
Samantha Berger, WordUnited, 2018
Award winning
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
Award winning
The Scariest Monster in the World
Lee Weatherly, Algy Craig Hall, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Boosts confidence by overcoming fears.
Entertaining illustrations captivate young readers.
Perfect for bedtime: calming, reassuring tale.
