Books like Miss Grumbles: Learns and Grows
Award winning
Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the power of friendship and collaboration.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrantly illustrated, capturing children's attention and imagination.
Supports early literacy skills and vocabulary development.
Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
Award winning
Egbert
Sarah Boutte, Ben Boutte, Elise Boutte, 2023
85 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters emotional development and empathy.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Simple, rhythmic text aids in language acquisition.
Encourages creativity and imagination through playful narrative.
Egbert
Sarah Boutte, Ben Boutte, Elise Boutte, 2023
Award winning
Just Gus
Erin Jeffers, Patti Jeffers, US Illustrations, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale about friendship and courage.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
Supports language development and literacy skills.
Just Gus
Erin Jeffers, Patti Jeffers, US Illustrations, 2023
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
Award winning
Bob and Bunk: A charming new children’s illustrated picture book about two very different cats
Maisie Paradise Shearring, Ness Wood, Rose Blake, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Stimulates language skills and emotional development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Bob and Bunk: A charming new children’s illustrated picture book about two very different cats
Maisie Paradise Shearring, Ness Wood, Rose Blake, 2023
Mirabelle and the Naughty Bat Kittens
Harriet Muncaster, Emily Wheaton, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks imagination and creativity.
Introduces problem-solving through playful storyline.
Strengthens reading skills and emotional understanding.
Provides joyful, bonding family read-aloud moments.
Mirabelle and the Naughty Bat Kittens
Harriet Muncaster, Emily Wheaton, 2022
Award winning
My Name Is RoRo
Roushaun L Johnson, Tyrus Goshay, Goshay, 2024
25 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with RoRo's imaginative and adventurous journey.
Features characters that promote diversity and inclusivity.
Encourages empathy, friendship, and understanding.
Supports literacy and language development in young readers.
My Name Is RoRo
Roushaun L Johnson, Tyrus Goshay, Goshay, 2024
Award winning
The Adventures of Papi, Milli, and Chico
Tashonda Robinson, Chaundra Saenz, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Engaging, adventurous narrative captivates young readers.
Characters display teamwork, resilience, and empathy.
Enhances problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.
