Books like My Early Surprise: A Bedtime Story For Preemies
Award winning
Love You Forever
Robert Munsch, 1986
32 pages
Why to read
Chronicles enduring bond between parent and child.
Encourages emotional understanding and familial appreciation.
Supports language development through repetitive, rhythmic phrases.
Instills values of love and nurturing across generations.
Love You Forever
Robert Munsch, 1986
Award winning
Saturday
Oge Mora, Tracey Leigh, Little, Brown Young Readers, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases resilience and adaptability in everyday challenges.
Celebrates the joys of family and togetherness.
Illustrations captivate and enhance storytelling.
Encourages appreciation for making the best of situations.
Saturday
Oge Mora, Tracey Leigh, Little, Brown Young Readers, 2019
Award winning
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and self-expression through hair.
Encourages confidence and self-love in young readers.
Supports understanding and acceptance of individual differences.
Interactive, engaging narrative for shared reading moments.
My Powerful Hair
Carole Lindstrom, 2023
Award winning
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and family bonds.
Enhances understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating young readers.
Watercress
Andrea Wang, 2021
Award winning
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through creative, colorful storytelling.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, engaging plot.
Supports social skills development with relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
Award winning
Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls
Dav Pilkey, 2019
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages creativity and problem-solving.
Relatable, humorous characters foster emotional development.
Promotes teamwork and empathy among young readers.
Ideal blend of fun storytelling and moral lessons.
Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls
Dav Pilkey, 2019
Award winning
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Martin Winfield, Emily Winfield Martin, 2015
36 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-discovery and individuality.
Inspires kindness and compassion.
Beautiful illustrations enhance the reading experience.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Martin Winfield, Emily Winfield Martin, 2015
Award winning
Powwow Day
Traci Sorell, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly celebrates Native American culture and community.
Showcases the importance of tradition and belonging.
Encourages resilience and determination in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development through storytelling.
