Books like Last Stop on the Reindeer Express
Award winning
The Surprise Puppy and the Connemara Pony
Elaine Heney, 2022
158 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and adventure.
Stimulates empathy and emotional growth.
Supports language development and comprehension.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
The Surprise Puppy and the Connemara Pony
Elaine Heney, 2022
Award winning
Ida, Always
Caron Levis, Charles Santoso, 2016
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses themes of friendship, loss, and coping.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Beautiful, expressive illustrations complement the touching narrative.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion with parents.
Ida, Always
Caron Levis, Charles Santoso, 2016
Award winning
Willimena Rules! Rule Book #2: How to Fish for Trouble (Willimena Rules!, 2)
Valerie Wilson Wesley, Maryn Roos, 2004
96 pages
Why to read
Entertaining adventure promoting resilience and creativity.
Highlights value of perseverance and resourcefulness.
Stimulates healthy family discussions on problem-solving.
Supports literacy development with engaging narrative.
Willimena Rules! Rule Book #2: How to Fish for Trouble (Willimena Rules!, 2)
Valerie Wilson Wesley, Maryn Roos, 2004
Award winning
Bubble And Squeak
Louise Bonnett-Rampersaud, Susan Banta, 2006
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Supports language and cognitive growth.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Bubble And Squeak
Louise Bonnett-Rampersaud, Susan Banta, 2006
Award winning
Sid's Surprise (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Candace Carter, A Arter, Joung Un Kim, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Engages early readers with simple, repetitive text. - Boosts confidence in reading skills. - Encourages curiosity and exploration. - Colorful illustrations enhance comprehension.
Sid's Surprise (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Candace Carter, A Arter, Joung Un Kim, 1999
Animal Friends
Patti Jennings, 2000
24 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through diverse animal character interactions.
Supports language development with engaging narrative structure.
Ideal for bedtime reading, fostering comfort and bonding.
Animal Friends
Patti Jennings, 2000
Award winning
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, Kaylani Juanita, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse family structures warmly and inclusively.
Enhances understanding of separation and reunion.
Encourages emotional expression and resilience.
Supports development of empathy and acceptance.
Mama and Mommy and Me in the Middle
Nina Lacour, Kaylani Juanita, 2022
Smidge
Beth Shoshan, Jenny Arthur, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks children's curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable and diverse characters, enhancing social awareness.
Encourages critical thinking through engaging narrative twists.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
