Books like How to Hug a Pufferfish
Award winning
School Is Wherever I Am
Ellie Peterson, Gary Tiedemann, Macmillan Audio, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and adaptable learning environments.
Encourages independence and confidence in young readers.
Strengthen family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Enhances understanding of diverse school experiences.

School Is Wherever I Am
Ellie Peterson, Gary Tiedemann, Macmillan Audio, 2022
Award winning
Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about adventure and curiosity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports language development and creative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
Award winning
The Piggy & Lamby Adventure Series
Norman Bridwell, Diane Krauss, 1966
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical, adventurous stories.
Enhances social skills through Piggy and Lamby's interactions.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Supports early literacy and language development.

The Piggy & Lamby Adventure Series
Norman Bridwell, Diane Krauss, 1966
Award winning
Thomas Helps Out
Nicola Morgan, 2003
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages teamwork and cooperative play.
Develops empathy and understanding through character interactions.
Fosters curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Bright, colorful illustrations captivate and engage children.

Thomas Helps Out
Nicola Morgan, 2003
Award winning
Helen and Louie's Counting Adventure: a Journey from 1 To 10
Leo Brody, Shelly Botwinick, Happy Hedgehog Press, 2023
26 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in numbers through adventure and excitement.
Strengthens counting skills with interactive story elements.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain children's interest.
Supports early math concepts in a joyful way.

Helen and Louie's Counting Adventure: a Journey from 1 To 10
Leo Brody, Shelly Botwinick, Happy Hedgehog Press, 2023
Award winning
Tillie & Clementine Zoo Switcheroo
Dan Killeen, 2015
48 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story sparks curiosity and engagement.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Tillie & Clementine Zoo Switcheroo
Dan Killeen, 2015
A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of friendship and discovery.
Enhances cognitive development through engaging narrative.
Strengthens vocabulary with simple, impactful language.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.

A Mouse in My House
Sharon Wellington-Johnson, 2008
Award winning
Manuelo, The Playing Mantis
Don Freeman, Lisa McCue, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy with relatable insect characters.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Delightful mix of art and storytelling.
