Books like I Gotta Draw
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.

Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
Your Pal Fred
Michael Rex, 2022
272 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional understanding. - Characters model positive friendships and resilience. - Enhances language skills and creative thinking. - Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.

Your Pal Fred
Michael Rex, 2022
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.

The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.

Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
A Little Scribble SPOT: A Story About Colorful Emotions
Diane Alber, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional intelligence through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages children to express and manage feelings.
Supports early development in recognizing emotions.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Little Scribble SPOT: A Story About Colorful Emotions
Diane Alber, 2023
Award winning
Dream Big, Laugh Often
Hanoch Piven, Shira Hecht-Koller, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires big dreams and positive thinking.
Engaging storylines foster laughter and joy.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Ideal for family bonding over reading time.

Dream Big, Laugh Often
Hanoch Piven, Shira Hecht-Koller, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
