Books like Mad About Plaid
Award winning
Randolph Caldecott's Picture Books
Randolph Caldecott, Marguerite Lewis, 1992
48 pages
Why to read
Classic illustrations stimulate children's visual and artistic development.
Timeless stories enhance early literacy and storytelling abilities.
Engaging content fosters imagination and creative thinking.
Culturally rich narratives promote diverse understanding.
Randolph Caldecott's Picture Books
Randolph Caldecott, Marguerite Lewis, 1992
Award winning
I Spy Shapes in Art
Lucy Micklethwait, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Enhances visual perception through art and shapes.
Introduces children to famous artworks interactively.
Stimulates curiosity and cognitive development.
Encourages art appreciation from a young age.
I Spy Shapes in Art
Lucy Micklethwait, 2004
Award winning
Never Ever (Child's Play Library)
Jo Empson, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and imagination in young readers.
Encourages exploration of emotions and self-expression.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Never Ever (Child's Play Library)
Jo Empson, 2012
Award winning
Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through traditional Japanese sewing art.
Encourages perseverance and attention to detail.
Strengthens cultural awareness and appreciation.
Supports development in fine motor skills.
Sashiko's Stitches
Sanae Ishida, 2024
Award winning
Loula and the Sister Recipe
Anne Villeneuve, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Explores family dynamics and sibling relationships thoughtfully.
Encourages creativity and offers an engaging narrative.
Enhances emotional intelligence and understanding of others.
Supports developmental growth through relatable storytelling.
Loula and the Sister Recipe
Anne Villeneuve, 2014
Award winning
Elvis Lives!: and Other Anagrams
Jon Agee, 2000
80 pages
Why to read
Engages the mind with clever, creative wordplay.
Boosts language skills with fun anagram puzzles.
Enhances cognitive flexibility through playful challenges.
Ideal for family bonding over shared puzzle-solving.
Elvis Lives!: and Other Anagrams
Jon Agee, 2000
Award winning
The Lonely Pumpkin: A Halloween Tale
Julia Zheng, Elizabeth Guch Gri.seli, Mandy Grant-Grierson, Qinghong Zheng, Elizabeth Griseli, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating Halloween adventure for young readers.
Teaches value of friendship and inclusivity.
Encourages emotional resilience and self-worth.
Perfect for seasonal family reading sessions.
The Lonely Pumpkin: A Halloween Tale
Julia Zheng, Elizabeth Guch Gri.seli, Mandy Grant-Grierson, Qinghong Zheng, Elizabeth Griseli, 2021
Award winning
That's How I See Things
Gita Wolf, Sirish Rao, Bhajju Shyam, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations boost visual learning and creativity.
Explores emotions through engaging narrative.
Supports moral development and empathy.
Encourages imaginative thinking and perspective taking.
