Books like I Love My Mommy Because...
Award winning
I Love My Daddy Because...
Laurel Porter Gaylord, Laurel Porter-Gaylord, Ashley Wolff, 1991
22 pages
Why to read
Celebrates father-child bond through endearing animal examples.
Simple text, perfect for early readers' comprehension.
Encourages appreciation and gratitude for fathers.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.

I Love My Daddy Because...
Laurel Porter Gaylord, Laurel Porter-Gaylord, Ashley Wolff, 1991
Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonds and parental love.
Enhances gratitude and emotional expression in children.
Simple language, accessible to early readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate young audiences.

Thank You, Mom and Dad
Ruth Anderson Lawler, Ramie Quintana, 2015
Award winning
Notso Hotso
Anne Fine, 2002
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and witty language.
Encourages empathy through character challenges.
Enhances understanding of personal and social issues.
Delivers lessons on resilience and courage.

Notso Hotso
Anne Fine, 2002
Award winning
The Bears Shared
Kim Norman, David Walker, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages sharing and cooperation among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports early social and emotional development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Bears Shared
Kim Norman, David Walker, 2023
Our new baby
Jan Grant, 1980
30 pages
Why to read
Warmly addresses the arrival of a new sibling.
Enhances understanding of family dynamics and roles.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
Bright illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

Our new baby
Jan Grant, 1980
Award winning
How Do You Love?
Kellie Byrnes, Melina Ontiveros, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Explores themes of love and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.

How Do You Love?
Kellie Byrnes, Melina Ontiveros, 2022
Smile Cry: Happy or sad, wailing or glad - how do you feel today?
Tania Mccartney, Jess Racklyeft, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional expressions through engaging, lively illustrations.
Encourages children to identify and articulate their feelings.
Interactive flip-the-page format promotes dynamic reading.
Ideal for building emotional intelligence and empathy.

Smile Cry: Happy or sad, wailing or glad - how do you feel today?
Tania Mccartney, Jess Racklyeft, 2016
Award winning
The Most Thankful Thing
Lisa Mccourt, Cyd Moore, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the beauty of gratitude through storytelling.
Enhances emotional awareness and empathy in children.
Encourages parent-child bonding via reflective discussions.
Fosters a positive outlook and thankfulness in young readers.
