Books like Jamela's Dress
Award winning
Little Red Writing
Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity through playful narrative and vibrant illustrations.
Encourages young writers with a positive, empowering message.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family bonds.
Little Red Writing
Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet, 2013
Award winning
Emeraldalicious
Victoria Kann, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and environmental awareness.
Incorporates vibrant illustrations to captivate young minds.
Encourages teamwork and caring for nature.
Interactive and engaging narrative.
Emeraldalicious
Victoria Kann, 2013
Award winning
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Fosters a sense of confidence and participation.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, 2023
Award winning
Emily's Blue Period
Cathleen Daly, 2014
56 pages
Why to read
Addresses family dynamics, fostering emotional awareness.
Inspires creativity through art-themed storytelling.
Encourages resilience amidst personal change.
Supports discussions on coping with divorce.
Emily's Blue Period
Cathleen Daly, 2014
Award winning
Adventures in Cartooning: Create a World
James Sturm, Andrew Arnold, Alexis Frederick-Frost, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and artistic expression in children.
Engaging storyline encourages interactive learning.
Enhances visual storytelling and sequential thinking skills.
Ideal for developing young cartoonists' skills.
Adventures in Cartooning: Create a World
James Sturm, Andrew Arnold, Alexis Frederick-Frost, 2023
Award winning
Thingamabob
Marianna Coppo, 2022
44 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through playful, imaginative scenarios.
Characters display resilience, encouraging emotional development.
Enhances language skills with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Thingamabob
Marianna Coppo, 2022
Award winning
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers creativity and self-expression through illustration.
Inspires overcoming dyslexia with relatable protagonist.
Encourages perseverance and individuality for young readers.
Celebrates diversity and inclusivity in storytelling.
Aaron Slater, Illustrator
Andrea Beaty, 2021
Award winning
How Many Seeds in a Pumpkin? (Mr. Tiffin's Classroom Series)
Margaret Mcnamara, 2007
12 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in counting and simple mathematical concepts.
Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Interactive read-aloud that involves the whole family.
