Books like Greg the Sausage Roll: Twelve Days of Christmas
Bluey: Sleepytime
Penguin Random House Australia, Bluey, 2024
16 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with comforting storytelling.
Supports emotional development through relatable family dynamics.
Encourages imagination with engaging, playful narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Bluey: Sleepytime
Penguin Random House Australia, Bluey, 2024
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.

The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
Monsters at Christmas: Volume 2
Laura Baker, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates festive spirit with engaging monster characters.
Enhances critical thinking through Christmas-themed challenges.
Encourages empathy and teamwork among diverse characters.
Perfect blend of humor and holiday education.

Monsters at Christmas: Volume 2
Laura Baker, 2023
Award winning
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through dynamic, relatable baby characters.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances phonetic awareness.
Stimulates early language development and social skills.
Bright illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.

This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
Cat Family Christmas: Volume 1 An Advent Lift-the-Flap Book
Lucy Brownridge, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Interactive lift-the-flap design enhances engagement and curiosity.
Festive storyline fosters a joyful shared reading experience.
Encourages counting and early math skills development.
Bright illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.

Cat Family Christmas: Volume 1 An Advent Lift-the-Flap Book
Lucy Brownridge, 2022
The Christmas Department Store
Maudie Powell-Tuck, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating holiday adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Features heartwarming characters fostering emotional growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.

The Christmas Department Store
Maudie Powell-Tuck, 2021
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
