Books like Footprints in the Snow
Award winning
Rainy Day Slug
Mary Palenick Colborn, 2002
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks creativity and imagination.
Introduces nature's ecosystem through a slug's perspective.
Enhances early reading skills and vocabulary.
Encourages empathy by understanding different perspectives.

Rainy Day Slug
Mary Palenick Colborn, 2002
Earth's Amazing Cycles: Energy
Franklin Watts, Sally Morgan, Kay Coenen (illustrator) Sally Morgan (author), Kay Coenen, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores Earth's energy cycles with engaging visuals.
Encourages environmental awareness and responsibility.
Supports STEM learning and curiosity.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Earth's Amazing Cycles: Energy
Franklin Watts, Sally Morgan, Kay Coenen (illustrator) Sally Morgan (author), Kay Coenen, 2022
Award winning
Minerals
Grace Hansen, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Educates kids about minerals through captivating visuals.
Simple explanations tailored for young, curious minds.
Encourages scientific exploration and learning.
Builds a foundation for early earth science education.

Minerals
Grace Hansen, 2022
Award winning
Winter, Awake!
Linda Kroll, Ruth Lieberherr, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating winter tale stimulates imagination and seasonal joy.
Engaging narrative fosters problem-solving and empathy skills.
Relatable characters enhance emotional and social development.
Encourages family bonding through delightful shared reading.

Winter, Awake!
Linda Kroll, Ruth Lieberherr, 2003
Award winning
The Phoenix – Rising from the Ashes
Dian Griffin Jackson, Shanterria Jackson, Phoenix Harden, Joyce Licorish, 2014
206 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and overcoming adversity through captivating storytelling.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in young readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, mythical imagery.
Encourages family discussions on perseverance and growth.

The Phoenix – Rising from the Ashes
Dian Griffin Jackson, Shanterria Jackson, Phoenix Harden, Joyce Licorish, 2014
Award winning
Camouflage
Beryl Reichenberg, 2012
36 pages
Why to read
Explores the fascinating aspect of animal adaptation strategies.
Encourages understanding of nature and ecological awareness.
Supports cognitive development through engaging storytelling.
Inspires curiosity and learning about wildlife conservation.

Camouflage
Beryl Reichenberg, 2012
Record Breaking Bugs Flying Insec
Matt Turner, 2017
128 pages
Why to read
Explore world's fastest and most fascinating flying insects.
Stunning visuals enhance learning and captivate imagination.
Encourages curiosity and scientific understanding in young readers.
Perfect blend of fun facts and engaging storytelling.

Record Breaking Bugs Flying Insec
Matt Turner, 2017
Revolting Arithmetic - Victorians
Rowland Morgan, 2000
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging approach to Victorian era through math challenges.
Encourages historical knowledge and numerical skills simultaneously.
Interactive content boosts critical thinking and problem-solving.
Makes math learning exciting with historical narratives.
