Books like In Focus
Award winning
We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates environmental stewardship and cultural heritage.
Inspires activism and community involvement.
Vibrant illustrations enhance storytelling.
Empowers young readers to protect natural resources.

We Are Water Protectors
Carole Lindstrom, 2020
Award winning
The Crayons Go Back to School
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and imagination
Provides a humorous take on school life
Teaches the importance of teamwork and cooperation
Relatable for children starting or returning to school

The Crayons Go Back to School
Oliver Jeffers, Drew Daywalt, 2023
Award winning
A House Board Book
Kevin Henkes, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Bright, colorful illustrations captivate young children's attention. - Simple, rhythmic text supports early language development. - Durable board book format withstands toddler handling. - Encourages visual and tactile exploration.

A House Board Book
Kevin Henkes, 2023
Award winning
A Home Can Be. . .: A Children's Rhyming Book About Different Homes & Habitats
Stephanie Seidler, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse homes and habitats globally.
Engages children with rhythmic, rhyming text.
Encourages appreciation for environmental diversity.
Vibrant illustrations capture young imaginations.

A Home Can Be. . .: A Children's Rhyming Book About Different Homes & Habitats
Stephanie Seidler, 2023
Award winning
A Little Scribble SPOT: A Story About Colorful Emotions
Diane Alber, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional intelligence through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages children to express and manage feelings.
Supports early development in recognizing emotions.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Little Scribble SPOT: A Story About Colorful Emotions
Diane Alber, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
The Artful Adventure
Minh Lê, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through vivid illustrations and story.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters a love for reading.
