Books like Growing Up
Award winning
Yellow
Amanda Doering Tourville, Amanda Doering, Dean Jones, Tracy Cottingham, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant adventures with a colorful, engaging storyline.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Fosters creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Tailored for ages 3-7, perfect for early development.

Yellow
Amanda Doering Tourville, Amanda Doering, Dean Jones, Tracy Cottingham, 2018
Award winning
Christmas With Night Light (My Good Night)
Susan L. Lingo, Susan Lingo, Kathy Parks, 2004
18 pages
Why to read
Festive, enjoyable story enhances holiday spirit.
Engages young readers with colorful, captivating illustrations.
Strengthens understanding of kindness and sharing.
Interactive reading perfect for bedtime rituals.

Christmas With Night Light (My Good Night)
Susan L. Lingo, Susan Lingo, Kathy Parks, 2004
Award winning
The Other Bears
Michael Thompson, unknown author, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.

The Other Bears
Michael Thompson, unknown author, 2013
Buzzy Bee
Pamela Loveridge, Anne Giulieri, Monica Hughes, Tomislav Zlatic, 2006
16 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages curiosity about nature and insect life.
Supports language development with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Buzzy Bee
Pamela Loveridge, Anne Giulieri, Monica Hughes, Tomislav Zlatic, 2006
Best Ted and Ben
Mandy Sargent, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventures of two lovable bears, Ted and Ben.
Enhances empathy through engaging relational dynamics.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering family bonds.

Best Ted and Ben
Mandy Sargent, 2012
Chloe
Janie Veach, 2022
123 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages creativity and imagination.
Characters exemplify resilience and empathy.
Enhances problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Chloe
Janie Veach, 2022
Award winning
One
Xist Publishing, 2019
21 pages
Why to read
Fosters counting skills and basic numeracy.
Encourages individuality and self-expression in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early developmental milestones through engaging storytelling.

One
Xist Publishing, 2019
Award winning
Stones
Marie M. Clay, 1985
20 pages
Why to read
Fosters early literacy and language development.
Engages young readers with captivating illustrations.
Supports understanding of symbolism and metaphor.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
