Books like Grizzly Dad
Award winning
When We Go Walking
Cari Best, Kyrsten Brooker, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances children's imaginations.
Encourages observational skills through engaging nature walks.
Supports language development with rhythmic, repetitive phrasing.
Fosters a love for adventure and outdoor activities.

When We Go Walking
Cari Best, Kyrsten Brooker, 2013
Award winning
I'm Not Going to Chase the Cat Today!
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and understanding through playful scenarios.
Boosts language skills with rhythmic, engaging dialogue.
Encourages responsibility and decision-making in young readers.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

I'm Not Going to Chase the Cat Today!
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2000
Award winning
How the Birds Became Friends
Noa Baum, Zev Labinger, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters values of friendship and cooperation.
Stimulates imagination through colorful bird characters.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of diversity.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

How the Birds Became Friends
Noa Baum, Zev Labinger, 2021
Bug Club Guided Fiction Year 2 Orange A Goldilocks and The B
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2013
16 pages
Why to read
Revamps classic tale with fresh, engaging twists.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Strengthens reading skills and comprehension.
Fosters creativity and imagination in young readers.

Bug Club Guided Fiction Year 2 Orange A Goldilocks and The B
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2013
Award winning
You Are My Happy
Hoda Kotb, Suzie Mason, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates gratitude and joy through simple, heartfelt narrative.
Encourages emotional bonding between parent and child.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Inspires bedtime reading as a comforting routine.

You Are My Happy
Hoda Kotb, Suzie Mason, 2019
Award winning
The Airport Book
Lisa Brown, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Captures airport exploration through a child’s eyes.
Boosts understanding of travel processes and environments.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge about various cultures.
Supports language development and social awareness.

The Airport Book
Lisa Brown, 2016
Award winning
Big Pig and Little Pig (Green Light Readers Level 1)
David Mcphail, 2001
24 pages
Why to read
Simple text perfect for beginner readers.
Encourages friendship and cooperation values.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading comprehension.
Supports early literacy and language skills.

Big Pig and Little Pig (Green Light Readers Level 1)
David Mcphail, 2001
Award winning
Squeaky Kiki
Melissa Finkelstein, Catarina Neto, 2024
34 pages
Why to read
Enhances early language and communication skills.
Fosters creativity and imagination in young minds.
Supports social-emotional development through storytelling.
Interactive elements engage and retain child's interest.
