Books like I Really, Really Need a Poo: (I Really Really Need a Wee)
Listening for Llamas: A kindness and empathy book for children
Zanna Davidson, Duncan Beedie, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Cultivates kindness and understanding among young readers.
Encourages active listening and emotional intelligence.
Supports developmental growth in a fun, approachable way.

Listening for Llamas: A kindness and empathy book for children
Zanna Davidson, Duncan Beedie, 2025
Award winning
I Really Want to Fly to the Moon!: A Really Bird Story (Really Bird Stories, 3)
Harriet Ziefert, Travis Foster, 2022
56 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity about space and exploration.
Encourages perseverance and chasing dreams.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports language development and narrative comprehension.

I Really Want to Fly to the Moon!: A Really Bird Story (Really Bird Stories, 3)
Harriet Ziefert, Travis Foster, 2022
Award winning
Pig
Emily Bolam, Roberta Mathieson, 2000
14 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Simple text suitable for beginner readers.
Encourages learning animal sounds and names.
Fosters empathy through animal characters.

Pig
Emily Bolam, Roberta Mathieson, 2000
Award winning
Stolen Smile
Thierry Robberecht, Philippe Goossens, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating mystery enhances children's problem-solving skills.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Stimulates imagination through engaging narrative.
Supports language development and comprehension.

Stolen Smile
Thierry Robberecht, Philippe Goossens, 2001
I Want My Banana! Arabic-English: Bilingual Edition
Mary Risk, Ibrahim Fawzy, Alex Wolf, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Bilingual story enhances language skills and cognitive development.
Engaging dual-language format supports linguistic diversity.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Promotes cultural awareness and inclusivity.

I Want My Banana! Arabic-English: Bilingual Edition
Mary Risk, Ibrahim Fawzy, Alex Wolf, 2024
Award winning
ACHOO!
Simon Philip, Nathan Reed, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores humor and surprise, enhancing cognitive development.
Encourages emotional understanding through relatable scenarios.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, playful text.
Engages young readers with vibrant, dynamic illustrations.

ACHOO!
Simon Philip, Nathan Reed, 2022
Award winning
A Day with Emilia
Estefany Vargas, Emily Wetterich, Nick Brummer, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages emotional development through character interactions.
Supports language skills with simple, engaging text.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.

A Day with Emilia
Estefany Vargas, Emily Wetterich, Nick Brummer, 2023
Award winning
I’m OK” Said The Bee: The Collection
Mr Garry Floyd, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Boosts empathy through relatable animal character struggles.
Encourages resilience with positive problem-solving messages.
Engaging illustrations enhance connection and understanding.
Perfect for joint reading sessions, strengthening bonds.
