Books like Every Time I Climb a Tree
Award winning
The Star in the Pail
David T.W. McCord, David McCord, 1975
26 pages
Why to read
Imaginative journey sparks curiosity and creativity.
Engaging characters teach resilience and resourcefulness.
Enhances vocabulary through rhythmic, poetic language.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.

The Star in the Pail
David T.W. McCord, David McCord, 1975
Award winning
Bunny & Tree
Balint Zsako, 2023
184 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure between lovable Bunny and wise Tree.
Encourages empathy and friendship in early developmental stages.
Fosters imagination and curiosity through vivid storytelling.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Bunny & Tree
Balint Zsako, 2023
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.

There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, 2023
Award winning
A Whale of a Time: Funny Poems for Each Day of the Year
Lou Peacock, 2023
336 pages
Why to read
365 witty poems spark daily imagination and joy.
Enhances linguistic skills with playful, rhyming verse.
Addresses daily life themes, aiding emotional development.
Perfect for bedtime, instilling a love for poetry.

A Whale of a Time: Funny Poems for Each Day of the Year
Lou Peacock, 2023
Award winning
Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
176 pages
Why to read
Captivating antics ensure engaging, enjoyable reading.
Showcases friendship and teamwork dynamics.
Encourages creative problem-solving through humorous challenges.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' engagement and comprehension.

Big Nate: Beware of Low-Flying Corn Muffins
Lincoln Peirce, 2022
Selfies With Komodos: Poems
Brian Moses, Ed Boxall, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in poetry through exciting wildlife adventures.
Encourages creativity and expression in young readers.
Illustrations complement and enhance the poetic narrative.
Ideal for fostering a love of nature and animals.

Selfies With Komodos: Poems
Brian Moses, Ed Boxall, 2023
Award winning
Stars With Flaming Tails
Valerie Bloom, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Poetic format boosts literacy and language appreciation.
Explores emotions and resilience through engaging stories.
Encourages curiosity about science and the natural world.
Supports empathy development and cultural understanding.

Stars With Flaming Tails
Valerie Bloom, 2021
Award winning
Love Your Amazing Self: Joyful Verses for Young Voices (-)
Ofosu Jones-Quartey, 2022
72 pages
Why to read
Fosters self-love and positive self-image in young readers.
Engaging, rhythmic verses enhance linguistic skills.
Encourages expression through joyful, creative poems.
Builds confidence and emotional resilience in children.
