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Award winning
The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fostering emotional growth.
Teaches valuable lessons in resilience and friendship.
Boosts empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages dialogue on overcoming life's hurdles.

The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
Award winning
Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes: Calming My Jitters at School (2)
Lindsey Rowe Parker, 2024
52 pages
Why to read
Explores calming techniques for school-related anxieties.
Engaging story that encourages emotional development.
Illustrations enhance understanding of sensory experiences.
Fosters empathy and resilience in children.

Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes: Calming My Jitters at School (2)
Lindsey Rowe Parker, 2024
Award winning
Walking the World in Wonder: A Children's Herbal
Ellen Evert Hopman, Steven Foster, 2000
160 pages
Why to read
Explore nature's wonders through engaging herbal lore.
Enhances plant identification and ecological awareness skills.
Cultivates a connection between children and the natural world.
Supports holistic learning with practical herbal uses.

Walking the World in Wonder: A Children's Herbal
Ellen Evert Hopman, Steven Foster, 2000
By Judith Rice Those Mean Nasty Dirty Downright Disgusting But-- Invisible Germs [Paperback]
Judith Anne Rice, 1989
32 pages
Why to read
Educates children about hygiene in a fun way.
Engages young readers with humorous, relatable scenarios.
Illustrates importance of cleanliness through vivid storytelling.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
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By Judith Rice Those Mean Nasty Dirty Downright Disgusting But-- Invisible Germs [Paperback]
Judith Anne Rice, 1989
Award winning
Big Bear Was Not the Same
Joanna Rowland, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses trauma recovery through a compassionate narrative.
Enhances understanding of emotional support and friendship.
Encourages open discussions about feelings and healing.
Supportive text for children facing similar challenges.

Big Bear Was Not the Same
Joanna Rowland, 2021
Award winning
The Blue
Erin Hourigan, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and color recognition.
Enhances emotional understanding through character interactions.
Encourages exploration of feelings and empathy.
Ideal for bonding over shared reading sessions.

The Blue
Erin Hourigan, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Louie and the Dictator
Lisa Bournelis, 2022
104
Why to read
Helps children understand and name their inner critical voice
Supports kids experiencing anxiety or obsessive thoughts in a relatable way
Encourages resilience and builds emotional awareness through story
Demonstrates the power of creativity in overcoming challenges
