Books like Giraffe is Tall: Independent Reading Green 5
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant
Remy Lai, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale enhances kids' imagination and curiosity.
Features strong, relatable characters promoting empathy.
Encourages environmental awareness and animal conservation.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.

Surviving the Wild: Star the Elephant
Remy Lai, 2022
Award winning
Yours Sincerely, Giraffe
Megumi Iwasa, 2011
104 pages
Why to read
Sparks curiosity through humorous and whimsical storytelling.
Enhances understanding of friendship and communication.
Encourages creative thinking and letter writing skills.
Delightful read-aloud for parents and children.

Yours Sincerely, Giraffe
Megumi Iwasa, 2011
The Tiger and the Monkey: Independent Reading Green 5
Sheryl Webster, Lera Munoz, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and independent thinking in young readers.
Illustrates valuable lessons on friendship and trust.
Encourages language development and reading confidence.
Suitable for shared reading between parents and children.

The Tiger and the Monkey: Independent Reading Green 5
Sheryl Webster, Lera Munoz, 2024
Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear: Tales of Before it All Began
Jane Riordan, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Prequel tales spark imagination, explore Pooh's origins.
Supports early language development through narrative storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence, friendship values.
Whimsical illustrations enhance visual engagement.

Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear: Tales of Before it All Began
Jane Riordan, 2021
There's a Bear in Your Book
Tom Fletcher, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive reading fosters engagement and excitement.
Encourages empathy by interacting with the bear character.
Boosts comprehension through playful problem-solving.
Supports verbal skills with repetitive, rhythmic phrases.

There's a Bear in Your Book
Tom Fletcher, 2023
Award winning
Deer in Danger (2)
Julie Sykes, 2023
128 pages
Why to read
Engages children with exciting wildlife conservation themes.
Builds empathy through character-driven stories.
Supports understanding of environmental issues.
Encourages family discussions on nature preservation.

Deer in Danger (2)
Julie Sykes, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
Bizzy Bear: Breakdown Truck
Benji Davies, 2021
10 pages
Why to read
Illustrations captivate young minds, enhance visual learning.
Interactive elements engage hands-on play, boost motor skills.
Simple yet engaging story sparks curiosity, fosters creativity.
Supports language development through repetitive phrases, vocabulary building.
