Books like Gut Garden
Award winning
Bumble Bri and the Honey
Lori Chergosky, Cheyenne Warthen, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Encourages curiosity about nature and bee conservation.
Strengthens reading skills through rhythmic, repetitive text.
Builds empathy through Bri’s problem-solving adventures.

Bumble Bri and the Honey
Lori Chergosky, Cheyenne Warthen, 2023
Award winning
Hare & Ruru: A Quiet Moment
Laura Shallcrass, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights the beauty of silence and mindfulness.
Encourages children to appreciate quiet moments.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers visually.
Supports emotional regulation and self-awareness development.

Hare & Ruru: A Quiet Moment
Laura Shallcrass, 2020
Award winning
What Should I Eat Today?
Erik Pedersen, 2016
48 pages
Why to read
Explores healthy eating habits through engaging storytelling.
Encourages interactive learning with vibrant illustrations.
Supports decision-making skills development.
Fosters parent-child bonding over meal choices.

What Should I Eat Today?
Erik Pedersen, 2016
Vegetables
Jill Kalz, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Introduces kids to healthy eating through fun stories.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Encourages family discussions about nutrition and health.

Vegetables
Jill Kalz, 2004
Award winning
Sun’s Big Lesson: An Imaginative Journey to Discover What Elements Make Plants on Earth Grow
Vidhya Dhanashan, Nithya Madhavan, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Explores essentials for plant growth through creative storytelling.
Engages children with visually captivating illustrations.
Encourages understanding of nature and science.
Supports developmental learning in young readers.

Sun’s Big Lesson: An Imaginative Journey to Discover What Elements Make Plants on Earth Grow
Vidhya Dhanashan, Nithya Madhavan, 2023
Award winning
You and Your Body
Susan Meredith, Kate Needham, Mike Unwin, 1994
120 pages
Why to read
Clear, engaging exploration of human anatomy.
Empowers kids with knowledge about their bodies.
Boosts comprehension and curiosity about health.
Perfect for shared reading with parents.

You and Your Body
Susan Meredith, Kate Needham, Mike Unwin, 1994
Award winning
Life on the Farm
Lisa Smith, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, agricultural settings.
Introduces farm life through captivating storytelling.
Encourages curiosity and learning about nature.
Strengthens vocabulary with farm-related terms.

Life on the Farm
Lisa Smith, 2018
Award winning
Microscopic Life In Your Garden
B Ward, 2003
123 pages
Why to read
Explore the unseen world of garden microorganisms.
Stimulates curiosity about science and nature.
Encourages observational skills in daily environments.
Ideal for budding young scientists.
