Books like Koi and the Kola Nuts (Rabbit Ears Set 4)
Award winning
Shamans Nephew
Simon Tookoome, Sheldon Obrman, Sheldon Oberman, 1999
55 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich Indigenous culture and heritage.
Stimulates empathy and understanding through vivid storytelling.
Enhances awareness of environmental preservation.
Encourages exploration of family and community bonds.

Shamans Nephew
Simon Tookoome, Sheldon Obrman, Sheldon Oberman, 1999
Award winning
Anancy and Mr. Dry-Bone
Fiona French, 1993
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations bring Caribbean folklore to life.
Encourages wit and resourcefulness through narrative.
Celebrates cultural diversity and history.
Engages young readers with humorous rivalry.

Anancy and Mr. Dry-Bone
Fiona French, 1993
Award winning
Franklin's Christmas Spirit (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, Paulette Bourgeois, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of holiday generosity and spirit.
Enhances understanding of empathy and kindness in children.
Stimulates early literacy skills through engaging narrative.
Encourages shared reading moments for families.

Franklin's Christmas Spirit (Franklin and Friends)
Harry Endrulat, Paulette Bourgeois, 2013
Noah - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, Julia Seal, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging holiday adventure sparks imagination.
Introduces teamwork and secret-keeping concepts.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for festive family reading time.

Noah - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, Julia Seal, 2017
Award winning
The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book
Bob Hartman, Susie Poole, Krisztina Kallai Nagy, 1998
113 pages
Why to read
Rich storytelling ignites children's imagination.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.
Features diverse, engaging tales from around the world.
Develops listening skills and empathy in young readers.

The Lion Storyteller Bedtime Book
Bob Hartman, Susie Poole, Krisztina Kallai Nagy, 1998
Little Panda and Her Super Heart
Marta Almansa Esteva, Silvia Romeral Andrés, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story about bravery and compassion.
Encourages empathy and understanding through enjoyable narrative.
Supports emotional development with relatable panda protagonist.
Ideal for engaging young readers in meaningful conversations.

Little Panda and Her Super Heart
Marta Almansa Esteva, Silvia Romeral Andrés, 2022
Award winning
Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, Bryan Collier, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, self-discovery, and resilience.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Vibrant illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Maya's Song
Renée Watson, Vicki B. Williamson, Bryan Collier, 2022
Award winning
Improbable Pals: The Tale of the Fainting Goat and the River Otter
Cristin Tamburello, Ava Tamburello, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming friendship tale of unlikely animal companions.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Colorful illustrations enhance storytelling and engagement.
Supports early development of social and emotional skills.
