Books like Emily's Rock
Award winning
Olga Thorn
Chrissy Lane, Brooke Vitale, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale encourages creativity and imaginative thinking.
Characters demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills.
Supports language development and narrative understanding.
Inspires empathy and emotional intelligence in young readers.

Olga Thorn
Chrissy Lane, Brooke Vitale, 2023
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.

Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
Award winning
The Adventures of Jayce the Great: Climbing the Walls
Jayce Mccall, Heather McCall, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination through adventurous storytelling.
Encourages resilience and overcoming obstacles.
Enhances problem-solving skills in young readers.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Adventures of Jayce the Great: Climbing the Walls
Jayce Mccall, Heather McCall, 2023
The Bundaloop Adventures: Pine Cone Soup
Scott Conners, Nathalie Kranich, 2023
114 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with vibrant, adventurous storytelling.
Teaches resilience and teamwork through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving skills in fun, engaging scenarios.
Ideal for quality parent-child reading time.

The Bundaloop Adventures: Pine Cone Soup
Scott Conners, Nathalie Kranich, 2023
Award winning
Pond Crab in The Troubled Forest: The Adventures of
Mark Dugré, Joseph Paul Howe, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and creativity.
Characters teach valuable life lessons and resilience.
Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Pond Crab in The Troubled Forest: The Adventures of
Mark Dugré, Joseph Paul Howe, 2012
Award winning
Whose Manger Is This?
Lisa Robbins, Tatiana Kochan, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story enhances empathy in young readers.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage children’s imaginations.
Introduces concepts of sharing and caring effectively.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Whose Manger Is This?
Lisa Robbins, Tatiana Kochan, 2023
Award winning
River and the Amazing Yellow Wellie Adventure
Emily Dreeling, Misha Jovanovic, 2022
68 pages
Why to read
Adventure ignites curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Emphasizes teamwork and friendship values.
Stimulates language development and vocabulary expansion.
Captivating illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

River and the Amazing Yellow Wellie Adventure
Emily Dreeling, Misha Jovanovic, 2022
Hobby Thought the Sky Was Blue: The Adventures of Hobby and Claire
Christy Eiler, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and curiosity in young minds.
Reinforces lessons on friendship and collaboration.
Engages children with colorful illustrations.
Ideal for shared reading sessions with parents.
