Books like If I Were A Kangaroo
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 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, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating starry tales.
Characters teach valuable emotional and social lessons.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
Award winning
Goggles: The Bear Who Dreamed of Flying
Jonathan Gunson, Richard Robinson, Jonathan Gunson, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
The book encourages readers to believe in their dreams and never give up.
It teaches valuable life lessons about friendship and perseverance.
The story is filled with adventure and imagination, making it a fun read.
The book boosts environmental awareness through its animal characters and nature setting.

Goggles: The Bear Who Dreamed of Flying
Jonathan Gunson, Richard Robinson, Jonathan Gunson, 2019
Award winning
If Animals Went to Work
Ann Whitford Paul, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Explores fun, imaginative careers through animal characters.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Supports understanding of different jobs and responsibilities.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

If Animals Went to Work
Ann Whitford Paul, 2025
Award winning
There's a Bear in the Bath
Nanette Newman, 1994
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating, humorous story sparks children's imagination.
Engaging narrative enhances early literacy skills.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving in young readers.
Fun bath-time adventure for shared reading moments.

There's a Bear in the Bath
Nanette Newman, 1994
Award winning
The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork, great for young minds.
Enhances vocabulary and cognitive skills through engaging narrative.
Addresses handling emotions and conflict resolution positively.

The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes
Beatrix Potter, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases cooperation and resourcefulness in problem-solving.
Fosters empathy through character interactions and challenges.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.

The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes
Beatrix Potter, 2024
Award winning
Kai and the Monkey King
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey fosters imagination and curiosity.
Incorporates Chinese mythology, enhancing cultural awareness.
Demonstrates resilience and bravery in adversity.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
