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Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear: Tales of Before it All Began
Jane Riordan, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Prequel tales spark imagination, explore Pooh's origins.
Supports early language development through narrative storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence, friendship values.
Whimsical illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear: Tales of Before it All Began
Jane Riordan, 2021
Award winning
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
176 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative encourages creative thinking and imagination.
Features lovable, relatable characters fostering empathy and connection.
Stimulates problem-solving skills through plot-driven challenges.
Enhances language development and storytelling abilities.
Mercy Watson Is Missing!: Tales from Deckawoo Drive, Volume Seven
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
The Enchanted Quest
Mac Barnett, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through mysterious quests.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bonding.
The Enchanted Quest
Mac Barnett, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
Award winning
Zorro the Boston Terrier: Accidentally Locked Out
Paola Kay, Shawn P Cooney, Jennifer Rees, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of Zorro solving his unexpected problem.
Teaches resilience and creative thinking in challenging situations.
Captivating illustrations complement the compelling storyline.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
Zorro the Boston Terrier: Accidentally Locked Out
Paola Kay, Shawn P Cooney, Jennifer Rees, 2023
Bears Don't Cry!
Emma Chichester Clark, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and expression in young children.
Encourages empathy and understanding through compelling storytelling.
Promotes healthy conversation about feelings and emotions.
Bright, engaging illustrations captivate and maintain interest.
Bears Don't Cry!
Emma Chichester Clark, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.
