Books like Mr Nibble Calls a Doctor (Blackberry Farm)
Award winning
The Old Ladies Who Liked Cats
Carol Greene, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Charming tale of compassion and community engagement.
Enhances empathy and understanding in young readers.
Celebrates diversity and the power of kindness.
Ideal for improving early reading skills.

The Old Ladies Who Liked Cats
Carol Greene, 1991
Award winning
Do You Want A Hug?
Olivia Cosneau, Bernard Duisit, 2022
14 pages
Why to read
Teaches compassion through interactive, engaging storytelling.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Facilitates bonding over shared reading moments.

Do You Want A Hug?
Olivia Cosneau, Bernard Duisit, 2022
Award winning
The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
25 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story combining friendship with pet adoption.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards animals.
Enhances emotional development through relatable narrative.
Captivating illustrations engage and delight young readers.

The Last Dog: A 'tail' of adoption for a dog and a boy
Liane Joly, 2022
Award winning
Always So Grumpy: A Heartwarming and Funny Interactive Story about Feelings (Social Emotional, Hedgehog Books for Toddlers and Kids)
Erin Guendelsberger, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive and engaging exploration of emotions.
Funny, heartwarming narrative that captivates young readers.
Supports emotional development and empathy in children.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.

Always So Grumpy: A Heartwarming and Funny Interactive Story about Feelings (Social Emotional, Hedgehog Books for Toddlers and Kids)
Erin Guendelsberger, 2020
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.

A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
Award winning
The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and unique storytelling.
Encourages dialogue and enhances communication skills.
Supports emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Ideal for building confidence in young readers.

The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
Award winning
Winnie The Pooh Christopher Robin Collec
A. A. Milne, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Classic, heartwarming tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Enhances language skills through beautiful, poetic prose.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Winnie The Pooh Christopher Robin Collec
A. A. Milne, 2025
Award winning
I Choose Empathy: A Colorful, Rhyming Picture Book About Kindness, Compassion, and Empathy
Elizabeth Estrada, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Teaches important social-emotional skills
Engaging and colorful illustrations
Promotes positive behavior and relationships
Accessible and enjoyable for young readers
