Books like Curiously Calm with Curious George
Award winning
Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores colors through engaging, vibrant illustrations.
Enhances color recognition and sensory development.
Stimulates curiosity and creativity in young readers.
Supports early childhood education fundamentals.

Brown Is Warm, Black Is Bright
Sarah L. Thomson, 2022
Are You a Monster?
Guilherme Karsten, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of identity and self-acceptance.
Engaging and colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards differences.
Interactive question format enhances thinking skills.

Are You a Monster?
Guilherme Karsten, 2023
Award winning
A Book of Feelings
Salvatore Rubbino, Amanda Mccrina, 2015
48 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through engaging and relatable stories.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Encourages open discussions about feelings within families.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing young readers' attention.

A Book of Feelings
Salvatore Rubbino, Amanda Mccrina, 2015
Award winning
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience, hope, and personal empowerment.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.
Perfect for family bonding over shared reading times.

Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
Award winning
The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging humor captivates young readers.
Fosters creativity and imaginative play.
Encourages positive values like friendship and bravery.
Ideal for boosting early reading skills.

The Adventures of Captain Underpants: Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224
Why to read
Engages with humor, perfect for young readers.
Encourages creativity and original storytelling.
Nurtures emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports literacy with accessible writing style.

Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Big Feelings
Alexandra Penfold, 2021
42 pages
Why to read
Navigates complex emotions with vivid, relatable storytelling.
Encourages understanding and managing big feelings effectively.
Supports emotional development with engaging scenarios.
Ideal for joint reading sessions, enhancing bond and comprehension.
