Books like Hug Me
Award winning
OFF TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE FOR TURKEY DAY: A Thanksgiving Story. Maiya unwillingly goes to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving and realizes the importance of family, love, and time.
Martina Snowden-Harrison, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Highlights family values and togetherness.
Captivates with engaging storytelling.
Encourages appreciation for family gatherings.
Supports emotional and social development.
OFF TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE FOR TURKEY DAY: A Thanksgiving Story. Maiya unwillingly goes to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving and realizes the importance of family, love, and time.
Martina Snowden-Harrison, 2021
Award winning
If You'll Be My Valentine
Cynthia Rylant, Fumi Kosaka, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captures essence of Valentine's Day warmth and love.
Engages young readers with charming, affectionate characters.
Encourages expressions of love through sweet, simple gestures.
Supports early literacy with clear, easy-to-follow text.
If You'll Be My Valentine
Cynthia Rylant, Fumi Kosaka, 2004
Award winning
Belonging Street
Mandy Coe, 2020
80 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through engaging, poetic narratives.
Encourages empathy and understanding amongst young readers.
Vivid illustrations complement the rich, expressive text.
Inspires appreciation for community and togetherness.
Belonging Street
Mandy Coe, 2020
A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, Emily Gravett, 2024
36 pages
Why to read
Inspires hope and care for the environment.
Engaging and beautiful illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
A Song of Gladness: A story of hope for us and our planet
Michael Morpurgo, Emily Gravett, 2024
Award winning
A Message for Grandma
Carol Breckenridge, 2017
36 pages
Why to read
Strengthens bonds with grandparents through heartfelt storytelling.
Encourages understanding and empathy in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating children's attention.
Supports language development and emotional growth.
A Message for Grandma
Carol Breckenridge, 2017
Award winning
Goodnight, Little One, Goodnight!
Marie Anna Laubert, Justo Borrero, 2023
38 pages
Why to read
Soothing bedtime story, perfect for nightly routines.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages emotional development through gentle storytelling.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, easy-to-follow text.
Goodnight, Little One, Goodnight!
Marie Anna Laubert, Justo Borrero, 2023
Award winning
Horus the Friendly Pumpkin Finds a Family
Haley Watson, Kennedy Allen, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and acceptance.
Highlights importance of family and belonging.
Stimulates emotional intelligence and empathy.
Colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Horus the Friendly Pumpkin Finds a Family
Haley Watson, Kennedy Allen, 2023
Award winning
Mighty Magnolia
Jennie Schmidtman, Jasmine Bailey, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers resilience through Magnolia's adventurous journey.
Fosters empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child reading sessions.
