Books like Elmo: The Zebra From Africa
Award winning
Care Bears All for You!
Frances Ann Ladd, Jay Johnson, 2004
16 pages
Why to read
Encourages sharing and caring through engaging narratives.
Strengthens emotional understanding and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, clear text.

Care Bears All for You!
Frances Ann Ladd, Jay Johnson, 2004
My Sound Picture Book of Wild Animals
Virginia Wright, Olivier Tallec, 2014
36 pages
Why to read
Explores captivating sounds of wild animals.
Enhances auditory and cognitive development in children.
Engaging visuals accompany each animal sound.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Sound Picture Book of Wild Animals
Virginia Wright, Olivier Tallec, 2014
Award winning
There's a Bear in the Bath
Nanette Newman, 1994
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating, humorous story sparks children's imagination.
Engaging narrative enhances early literacy skills.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving in young readers.
Fun bath-time adventure for shared reading moments.

There's a Bear in the Bath
Nanette Newman, 1994
Award winning
Ursula Bear (Gazelle Books)
Sheila Lavelle, Thelma Lambert, 1994
96 pages
Why to read
Adventures of Ursula Bear captivate and ignite child's imagination. - Characters demonstrate resilience and problem-solving. - Enhances vocabulary and understanding through engaging storytelling. - Ideal for quality parent-child reading time.

Ursula Bear (Gazelle Books)
Sheila Lavelle, Thelma Lambert, 1994
Award winning
If I Were A Kangaroo
Mylisa Larsen, Anna Raff, Mylisa Larsen and Anna Raff, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with whimsical, dream-like scenarios.
Enhances understanding of animal behaviors and habitats.
Encourages bonding through delightful bedtime story themes.
Supports language development with rhythmic, playful text.

If I Were A Kangaroo
Mylisa Larsen, Anna Raff, Mylisa Larsen and Anna Raff, 2017
5 Minute Teddy Bear Tales
Nicola Baxter, Jenny Press, 1998
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quick stories ideal for bedtime.
Fosters emotional development and empathy.
Enhances imagination and creativity.
Supports early literacy skills.

5 Minute Teddy Bear Tales
Nicola Baxter, Jenny Press, 1998
African Dream
Tyan Wyss, 2006
48 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant African culture and traditions.
Encourages resilience and determination through storytelling.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading time.

African Dream
Tyan Wyss, 2006
Award winning
Scrunch Up! Stretch Out! (Boohbah)
Quinlan B. Lee, 2004
22 pages
Why to read
Engaging, interactive story stimulates physical movement.
Supports early developmental milestones in motor skills.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual perception.
Encourages child and parent reading collaboration.
