Books like I Love My Daddy Because...
Award winning
I Love My Mommy Because...
Laurel Porter Gaylord, Laurel Porter-Gaylord, Ashley Wolff, 1991
22 pages
Why to read
Celebrates mother-child relationships through delightful animal illustrations.
Enhances emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Simple, rhythmic text perfect for early language learners.
Encourages bonding between parents and children during reading.

I Love My Mommy Because...
Laurel Porter Gaylord, Laurel Porter-Gaylord, Ashley Wolff, 1991
When I Was a Baby
Deborah Niland, 2007
28 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of childhood wonder and curiosity.
Illustrates family bonding and growth.
Supports language development and self-awareness.
Engaging illustrations complement the heartfelt narrative.

When I Was a Baby
Deborah Niland, 2007
Award winning
My Big Time Book of Fun, Grades PK - 1
Brighter Child, 2012
256 pages
Why to read
Aids early learning in preschool to first grade kids.
Enhances fine motor skills through engaging activities.
Supports cognitive development with fun puzzles.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared tasks.

My Big Time Book of Fun, Grades PK - 1
Brighter Child, 2012
Award winning
Aunt Nasty (Early Reader)
Margaret Mahy, 1973
80 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through engaging, whimsical storytelling. - Enhances empathy with relatable, dynamic characters. - Promotes problem-solving with intriguing plot twists. - Ideal for improving early reading skills and focus.

Aunt Nasty (Early Reader)
Margaret Mahy, 1973
Award winning
Famously Phoebe
Lori Alexander, Aurélie Blard-Quintard, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale about adjusting to family changes.
Encourages self-acceptance and recognition of one's role.
Highlights importance of sibling relationships and support.
Ideal for enhancing children's emotional development.

Famously Phoebe
Lori Alexander, Aurélie Blard-Quintard, 2017
Award winning
Time for Bed's Story
Monica Arnaldo, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages routine with a fun, gentle bedtime narrative.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark young imaginations.
Fosters emotional development through relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading time.

Time for Bed's Story
Monica Arnaldo, 2020
Award winning
100 First Words
Edward Underwood, 2019
16 pages
Why to read
Boosts early vocabulary through visually engaging illustrations.
Encourages speech and language development in toddlers.
Interactive reading fosters parent-child bonding.
Ideal for hands-on learning with tangible words recognition.

100 First Words
Edward Underwood, 2019
Award winning
Shh. The Baby is Asleep: Your favourite baby animals bedtime story.
Niki Palmer, Tulleners Ros, Neogi Joyeeta, 2019
28 pages
Why to read
Engaging bedtime stories featuring adorable baby animals.
Enhances bedtime routines with soothing narrative themes.
Supports early language development and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
