Books like Leap!
Award winning
Footpath Flowers
Jonarno Lawson, Sydney Smith, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases importance of kindness, empathy in everyday moments.
Boosts observational skills through detailed, colorful illustrations.
Encourages appreciation for small, often overlooked beauties.
Wordless narrative fosters imagination and storytelling skills.
Footpath Flowers
Jonarno Lawson, Sydney Smith, 2015
Award winning
Uncle Holland
Jonarno Lawson, Natalie Nelson, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of family bonding and understanding.
Highlights importance of forgiveness and personal growth.
Encourages creativity and thinking outside the box.
Ideal for enhancing young readers' empathy skills.
Uncle Holland
Jonarno Lawson, Natalie Nelson, 2017
Award winning
OVER THE SHOP
Jonarno Lawson, Qin Leng, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community values.
Silent storytelling enhances visual interpretation skills.
Encourages creativity through detailed, evocative illustrations.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
OVER THE SHOP
Jonarno Lawson, Qin Leng, 2023
Award winning
Sidewalk Flowers
Jonarno Lawson, Sydney Smith, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates emotional growth through subtle storytelling.
Enhances observational skills with vivid, wordless illustrations.
Encourages empathy and kindness in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, sparks family discussions.
Sidewalk Flowers
Jonarno Lawson, Sydney Smith, 2015
Award winning
Sadoni Squirrel: Superhero: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers)
Once Upon A Dance, Ethan Roffler, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages physical activity through dance and movement.
Boosts creativity with interactive storytelling.
Strengthens coordination and motor skills development.
Fosters resilience and teamwork in young readers.
Sadoni Squirrel: Superhero: A Dance-It-Out Creative Movement Story for Young Movers (Dance-It-Out! Creative Movement Stories for Young Movers)
Once Upon A Dance, Ethan Roffler, 2021
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
The Adventures of Daisy & Dru: The Wisdom of The Wind
Malcolm Hawkins, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters exemplify teamwork and resilience.
Encourages understanding of natural environmental cycles.
Ideal for enhancing vocabulary and reading skills.
The Adventures of Daisy & Dru: The Wisdom of The Wind
Malcolm Hawkins, 2023
Award winning
BRAVO ZAN ANGELO ! : A Commedia Dell'Arte Tale with Story and Pictures
Niki Daly, 1998
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of traditional Italian theater.
Encourages creativity and artistic expression.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Engages young readers with dynamic storytelling.
