Books like Dahlia
Award winning
Adèle & Simon in China
Barbara McClintock, 2016
34 pages
Why to read
Vivid depiction of early 20th-century China.
Engaging sibling adventure promotes cultural awareness.
Detailed illustrations enhance visual recognition skills.
Encourages historical knowledge and geographical exploration.

Adèle & Simon in China
Barbara McClintock, 2016
Award winning
The Five Forms
Barbara McClintock, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination through enchanting, mystical animal transformations.
Fosters creativity and curiosity with each magical scenario.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through character challenges.
Supports emotional and social growth in young readers.

The Five Forms
Barbara McClintock, 2017
Award winning
Mary and the Mouse, The Mouse and Mary
Beverly Donofrio, Barbara McClintock, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Unique perspective on friendship across different species.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse relationships.
Stimulates imagination with charming illustrations.
Supports language development and narrative skills.

Mary and the Mouse, The Mouse and Mary
Beverly Donofrio, Barbara McClintock, 2007
April's Garden
Isla McGuckin, Isla (Izzy) McGuckin, Catalina Echeverri, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages empathy through April's heartwarming journey.
Supports language development with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

April's Garden
Isla McGuckin, Isla (Izzy) McGuckin, Catalina Echeverri, 2023
The Farmer and the Fairy: And Other Stories (4) (The Elizabeth Clark Story Books)
Elizabeth Clark, 2016
72 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with enchanting fairy tales.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable narratives.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging stories.
Ideal for shared reading, bonding family time.

The Farmer and the Fairy: And Other Stories (4) (The Elizabeth Clark Story Books)
Elizabeth Clark, 2016
Award winning
Kesar and the Lullaby Birds
Aditi Oza, Debasmita Dasgupta, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through vivid storytelling.
Introduces soothing bedtime routines with melodic textures.
Enhances vocabulary with enchanting, lyrical prose.
Strengthens bonding during nighttime reading rituals.

Kesar and the Lullaby Birds
Aditi Oza, Debasmita Dasgupta, 2022
Award winning
The Lonely Pumpkin: A Halloween Tale
Julia Zheng, Elizabeth Guch Gri.seli, Mandy Grant-Grierson, Qinghong Zheng, Elizabeth Griseli, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating Halloween adventure for young readers.
Teaches value of friendship and inclusivity.
Encourages emotional resilience and self-worth.
Perfect for seasonal family reading sessions.

The Lonely Pumpkin: A Halloween Tale
Julia Zheng, Elizabeth Guch Gri.seli, Mandy Grant-Grierson, Qinghong Zheng, Elizabeth Griseli, 2021
Pumpkin Patch
Amy Moore, 2023
54 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Explores seasonal themes, fostering natural world curiosity.
Encourages teamwork through character collaboration.
Supports early language skills with simple, rhythmic text.
