Books like Little Swan (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
Award winning
HW: Abandoned Puppy & Other Tales
Holly Webb, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tales that foster empathy and kindness.
Addresses emotions and coping with challenging situations.
Enhances children's understanding of friendship and responsibility.
Ideal for engaging young readers and stimulating imaginations.
HW: Abandoned Puppy & Other Tales
Holly Webb, 2021
Award winning
Lucy the Ballerina
Chrissy Metge, Dmitry Chizhov, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through dance and movement.
Enhances emotional intelligence and self-expression.
Supports development of perseverance and resilience.
Encourages reading as enjoyable family activity.
Lucy the Ballerina
Chrissy Metge, Dmitry Chizhov, 2019
Award winning
The Garden and the Glen: A Fable about Character and the Courage to Be Different
Elizabeth Moseley, Maggie Green, 2020
108 pages
Why to read
Promotes embracing uniqueness and personal courage.
Encourages compassion and understanding among peers.
Supports emotional growth and character development.
Enhances empathy through engaging storytelling.
The Garden and the Glen: A Fable about Character and the Courage to Be Different
Elizabeth Moseley, Maggie Green, 2020
Award winning
Seeds for Sharing
Carissa Lovvorn, Joshua Wichterich, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Encourages generosity and community building values.
Stimulates young minds through colorful illustrations.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for reading aloud and shared experiences.
Seeds for Sharing
Carissa Lovvorn, Joshua Wichterich, 2021
Award winning
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, Darlee Urbiztondo, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Explores open adoption through engaging, heartfelt narrative.
Highlights themes of love, family diversity, and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports conversations about different family structures.
Surrounded by Love: An Open Adoption Story
Allison Olson, Darlee Urbiztondo, 2022
Award winning
Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, Sasha McIntyre, Céleste Gagnon, Jelena Sisic, Shelley Southern, John Lei, Violeta Nikolic, 2013
184 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary with simple, age-appropriate language.
Engages young readers with diverse, captivating stories.
Fosters empathy through relatable character experiences.
Supports early reading skills development.
Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, Sasha McIntyre, Céleste Gagnon, Jelena Sisic, Shelley Southern, John Lei, Violeta Nikolic, 2013
Award winning
Ballerina Becky (Little Workmates)
Mandy Ross, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and passion for ballet.
Teaches perseverance and overcoming challenges.
Fosters self-expression and confidence in young readers.
Engaging story enhances early literacy skills.
Ballerina Becky (Little Workmates)
Mandy Ross, 2004
Exploring Children′s Literature: Reading with Pleasure and Purpose
Nikki Gamble, 2013
288 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of children's literature fundamentals.
Encourages reading for pleasure and educational purposes.
Addresses various genres, themes, and teaching strategies.
Guides parents on selecting impactful books.
