Books like Foxy and Egg
Award winning
Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: Santa's Stolen Sleigh
Tracey Corderoy, Steven Lenton, Corderoy Tracey, Le, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging heist tale promotes teamwork and moral values.
Vivid illustrations capture the festive Christmas spirit.
Rhyming text enhances linguistic development and enjoyment.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character redemption.

Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam: Santa's Stolen Sleigh
Tracey Corderoy, Steven Lenton, Corderoy Tracey, Le, 2020
Award winning
Miss Twiggley's Tree
Dorothea Warren Fox, 1966
44 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through quirky characters and plot.
Enhances creativity with vivid, engaging illustrations.
Teaches value of friendship and community.
Boosts confidence in reading with rhythmic text.

Miss Twiggley's Tree
Dorothea Warren Fox, 1966
Award winning
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, 2022
Award winning
The Farmer and the Monkey
Marla Frazee, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Stimulates curiosity about animals and farming.
Beautiful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

The Farmer and the Monkey
Marla Frazee, 2020
A Bear Called Paddington
Michael Bond, 1958
159 pages
Why to read
Charming tale of adventure and curiosity.
Highlights themes of kindness and acceptance.
Enhances vocabulary and understanding of different cultures.
Engaging narrative encourages empathy and imagination.

A Bear Called Paddington
Michael Bond, 1958
Award winning
The Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury: 8 Books in 1
Mike Berenstain, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Explores universal values: honesty, kindness, respect.
Engaging stories foster moral development.
Encourages empathy, positive behaviors in children.
Family-focused reading enhances bonding.

The Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury: 8 Books in 1
Mike Berenstain, 2021
Award winning
Todd's TV
James Proimos, 2010
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and family bonding.
Addresses consequences of excess screen time effectively.
Encourages active play and creativity in children.
Vibrant illustrations capture attention, enhance understanding.

Todd's TV
James Proimos, 2010
Award winning
A Farmer Boy Birthday: Adapted from the Little House Books by Laura Ingalls Wilder (My First Little House Picture Books)
Laura Ingalls Wilder, Jody Wheeler, 1999
40 pages
Why to read
Captures historical lifestyle vividly and accurately.
Strengthens understanding of past cultural norms.
Encourages appreciation for hard work and perseverance.
Enhanced parent-child bonding over shared reading.
