Books like I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!
Award winning
Both Sides of Time
Caroline B. Cooney, 1995
210 pages
Why to read
Time-travel adventure sparks imagination and historical interest.
Complex characters aid in emotional and social development.
Encourages critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Ideal for enhancing historical knowledge and literacy skills.

Both Sides of Time
Caroline B. Cooney, 1995
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, Gustyawan, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, Gustyawan, 2023
Award winning
Lars and His Friends
Sterling Publishing, Hans De Beer, Based On Books By De Beer, 2004
20 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates kids' imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach valuable lessons on friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creative problem-solving and empathy development.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Lars and His Friends
Sterling Publishing, Hans De Beer, Based On Books By De Beer, 2004
The Big Monkey Mix-Up (An Avon Camelot Book)
Pamela Jane, Cathy Bobak, 1931
96 pages
Why to read
Humorous tale enhances children’s language and social skills.
Engages young readers with delightful, easy-to-follow storyline.
Encourages creativity and witty problem-solving.
Boosts comprehension through playful narrative twists.

The Big Monkey Mix-Up (An Avon Camelot Book)
Pamela Jane, Cathy Bobak, 1931
Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, Mimi Ahn, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creativity through interactive storytelling.
Fosters emotional and social development.
Ideal for early readers, engaging and fun.

Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, Mimi Ahn, 2004
Award winning
Touch the Sky, My Little Bear
David Bedford, Jane Chapman, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional growth through imaginative storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills for young readers.
Supports parent-child bonding through shared reading moments.
Encourages exploration and curiosity about the natural world.

Touch the Sky, My Little Bear
David Bedford, Jane Chapman, 2001
Award winning
A Bad Mad Sad Day for Mama Bear
Mayra Calvani, K C Snider, K.C. Snider, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Illustrates handling emotions through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports emotional development with relatable family scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

A Bad Mad Sad Day for Mama Bear
Mayra Calvani, K C Snider, K.C. Snider, 2013
Award winning
Luna
Jean Cummings, Holly Webb, Jo Anne Davies, 2020
192 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Supports emotional growth through heartfelt storytelling.
Stimulates language development and vocabulary expansion.
Engages children with colorful, captivating illustrations.
