Books like Emily
Classic Starts: The Secret Garden
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Martha Hailey DuBose, Lucy Corvino, 2005
160 pages
Why to read
Revitalizes appreciation for nature and outdoors.
Encourages resilience and personal growth.
Supports emotional development through friendship.
Fosters curiosity and exploration in young minds.
Classic Starts: The Secret Garden
Frances Hodgson Burnett, Martha Hailey DuBose, Lucy Corvino, 2005
Award winning
Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, Little, Brown Young Readers, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages dreaming and imagination in children.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing attention and stimulating visuals.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hope.
Suitable for parent-child bonding during storytime.
Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, Little, Brown Young Readers, 2021
Award winning
Mrs. Padilly's Garden Poem
Donna Marie Johnson, 2023
37 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity through enchanting garden adventures.
Encourages appreciation for nature and outdoor activities.
Supports language development with rhythmic, poetic text.
Fosters emotional growth through relatable character interactions.
Mrs. Padilly's Garden Poem
Donna Marie Johnson, 2023
Award winning
Visiting Vincent Van Gogh (Adventures in Art)
Caroline Breunesse, 1997
30 pages
Why to read
Explores art history through engaging narrative.
Encourages visual learning and creativity in children.
Highlights Vincent Van Gogh’s masterpieces and techniques.
Supports educational development in art appreciation.
Visiting Vincent Van Gogh (Adventures in Art)
Caroline Breunesse, 1997
Oxford Reading Tree: Robins Pack 3: The Village Show
Mike Poulton, Christyan Jones, Sally Artz, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale set in lively village festivities.
Encourages teamwork and community participation.
Develops children’s comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Ideal for joint parent-child reading sessions.
Oxford Reading Tree: Robins Pack 3: The Village Show
Mike Poulton, Christyan Jones, Sally Artz, 2004
Award winning
Alicia, el Hada: Spanish
Shannon David, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging Spanish language learning for young readers.
Culturally rich plot enhances multicultural awareness.
Develops early literacy skills in Spanish.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Alicia, el Hada: Spanish
Shannon David, 2004
Award winning
The World of Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with whimsical, inventive tales.
Introduces complex themes in a child-friendly manner.
Enhances vocabulary through playful use of language.
Encourages empathy and moral reasoning.
The World of Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl, 2020
It Doesn't Need to Rhyme, Katie: Writing a Poem with Katie Woo (Katie Woo: Star Writer)
Fran Manushkin, Tammie Lyon, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through poetry writing with Katie Woo.
Encourages self-expression and linguistic skills in young readers.
Provides relatable scenarios for children to learn from.
Supports literacy and cognitive development in a fun way.
