Books like Goodnight, Good Dog
Award winning
Red Rubber Boot Day
Mary Lyn Ray, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Captures the joy of rainy days through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages outdoor play and exploration, boosting sensory development.
Simple, rhythmic text perfect for early readers’ language skills.
Fosters emotional connection with nature and weather changes.

Red Rubber Boot Day
Mary Lyn Ray, 2000
Award winning
Christmas Farm: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Mary Lyn Ray, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Captures the joy and spirit of the Christmas season.
Encourages understanding of teamwork and community values.
Stimulates early reading skills through engaging storytelling.
Beautiful illustrations complement the festive story.

Christmas Farm: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Mary Lyn Ray, 2008
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.

Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Knight Owl
Christopher Denise, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Heroic owl character inspires courage and confidence.
Engages young minds with captivating medieval adventure.
Strengthens reading skills through vivid, exciting narrative.
Encourages creative thinking and resilience.

Knight Owl
Christopher Denise, 2022
Award winning
Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm
Morgan Gold, 2023
164 pages
Why to read
Captivating farm adventure sparks children’s imagination.
Toby, a relatable and lovable canine character.
Encourages empathy and understanding through animal interactions.
Supports language development with simple, engaging narrative.

Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm
Morgan Gold, 2023
Award winning
The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story combining friendship with pet adoption.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards animals.
Enhances emotional development through relatable narrative.
Captivating illustrations engage and delight young readers.

The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny with Peter Rabbit
Beatrix Potter, 2022
23 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity through engaging animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding between siblings.
Supports problem-solving with adventurous plot twists.
Ideal for family bonding over shared reading time.
