Books like Good Night Hugs
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
352 pages
Why to read
Inspires compassion through rescue animal stories.
Highlights importance of responsibility and care.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Engaging real-life tales boost reading interest.
Dogtown: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption
Gennifer Choldenko, Stefan Bechtel, Applegate Katherine, 2023
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, thoughtful narratives.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Provides cozy, bonding moments for parents and children.
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
Night Night, My Little Cuddle Bug
Nicola Edwards, 2023
18 pages
Why to read
Soothing bedtime story, perfect for winding down.
Adorable bug characters captivate and engage young readers.
Reinforces affection and nighttime routines.
Colorful illustrations stimulate visual development.
Night Night, My Little Cuddle Bug
Nicola Edwards, 2023
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
I Send You a Hug
Anne Booth, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story fostering emotional connection and empathy.
Encourages understanding of affection through imaginative play.
Supports emotional development and relational concepts.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading moments.
I Send You a Hug
Anne Booth, 2025
Award winning
You're My Little Cutie Pie
Nicola Edwards, 2023
18 pages
Why to read
Sweet, affectionate storyline enhancing emotional connection.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages language development through rhythmic, repetitive text.
Ideal for bonding during bedtime storytelling.
