Books like Dodsworth in New York (A Dodsworth Book)
Award winning
Metropolitan Cow
Tim Egan, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale of a city-dwelling cow and friends.
Encourages creativity and humor in everyday life.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Suitable for independent readers and read-aloud sessions.

Metropolitan Cow
Tim Egan, 1996
Award winning
Bad Kitty Goes on Vacation
Nick Bruel, 2020
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling with humor and adventure.
Encourages resilience and adaptability through narrative.
Strengthens reading skills with playful text and illustrations.
Suitable for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Bad Kitty Goes on Vacation
Nick Bruel, 2020
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
The Tale of Peter Rabbit Holiday Edition
Beatrix Potter, 2024
88 pages
Why to read
Classic tale with festive holiday twist.
Enhances imagination and moral understanding.
Encourages empathy, curiosity in young readers.
Ideal for cozy family holiday reading.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Holiday Edition
Beatrix Potter, 2024
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.

The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.

The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.
