Books like Mrs. Jollipop (Picture Books)
Through the Year with Timothy Bear: 24 Stories for Special Days and Seasons
Brian Sears, 2006
128 pages
Why to read
Engages children with seasonal and special day themes.
Enhances understanding of time, seasons, and cultural events.
Supports emotional and social development through stories.
Illustrations complement text, aiding visual literacy.
Through the Year with Timothy Bear: 24 Stories for Special Days and Seasons
Brian Sears, 2006
Noah - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, Julia Seal, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging holiday adventure sparks imagination.
Introduces teamwork and secret-keeping concepts.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for festive family reading time.
Noah - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, Julia Seal, 2017
Award winning
Dog Diary (1.0 Very First Reading)
Mairi Mackinnon, Mairi Mckinnon, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates early reading skills through simple, engaging text.
Encourages positive relationships with pets and animal care.
Builds empathy and emotional intelligence in young readers.
Helps establish a lifetime love for reading.
Dog Diary (1.0 Very First Reading)
Mairi Mackinnon, Mairi Mckinnon, 2010
Award winning
Mondays at Monster School (Early Reader Book 80)
Ruth Symes, Ruth Louise Symes, Rosie Reeve, 2005
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and overcoming fears.
Stimulates empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
Simple language tailored for early readers.
Encourages enthusiasm for school and learning.
Mondays at Monster School (Early Reader Book 80)
Ruth Symes, Ruth Louise Symes, Rosie Reeve, 2005
Hubert and the Apple Tree (A Michael Neugebauer Book)
Bruno Hächler, Teora USA, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Explores themes of persistence and problem-solving.
Encourages outdoor exploration and appreciation of nature.
Supports language development and narrative skills.
Hubert and the Apple Tree (A Michael Neugebauer Book)
Bruno Hächler, Teora USA, 2008
Award winning
To Market, to Market (Children's Favorite Poems and Songs)
Winifred Barnum-Newman, 2010
16 pages
Why to read
Engaging collection of classic poems and songs.
Enhances language skills and memory through repetition.
Celebrates cultural heritage and community values.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
To Market, to Market (Children's Favorite Poems and Songs)
Winifred Barnum-Newman, 2010
Award winning
If You Were a Plural Word (Word Fun)
Trisha Speed Shaskan, Sara Jean Gray, 2009
24 pages
Why to read
Explores grammar concepts in a fun, engaging way.
Enhances vocabulary and language development.
Encourages interactive learning through playful examples.
Supports foundational literacy skills.
If You Were a Plural Word (Word Fun)
Trisha Speed Shaskan, Sara Jean Gray, 2009
Xwhy I Love Bedtime
Daniel Howarth, n/a, 2012
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates bedtime routines through engaging storytelling.
Illustrations captivate and spark children's imaginations.
Reinforces importance of rest and relaxation for growth.
Encourages bonding during nightly reading rituals.
