Books like My Naughty Little Sister
Award winning
Just Me and My Babysitter
Mercer Mayer, 1986
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages independence and trust in new relationships.
Illustrates problem-solving in everyday scenarios.
Supports emotional development through relatable storytelling.
Enjoyable and engaging narrative for shared reading.

Just Me and My Babysitter
Mercer Mayer, 1986
Award winning
Henry and Boo (Child's Play Library)
Megan Brewis, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and friendship.
Highlights importance of accepting and helping others.
Encourages empathy and kindness in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the captivating narrative.

Henry and Boo (Child's Play Library)
Megan Brewis, 2017
Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Fireflies: Grandad and Me
Chantelle Greenhills, Jo Apperley, Teora USA, Gillian Howell, 2008
16 pages
Why to read
Celebrate familial bonds through charming narratives.
Enhances early reading skills with simple structured text.
Supports emotional development by exploring relationships.
Illustrations captivate and aid visual comprehension.

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 4: Fireflies: Grandad and Me
Chantelle Greenhills, Jo Apperley, Teora USA, Gillian Howell, 2008
Award winning
Polly Diamond and the Magic Book
Alice Kuipers, Diana Toledano, 2018
112 pages
Why to read
Spark creativity with magical book-writing adventures.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills effectively.
Encourages self-expression and imaginative storytelling.
Builds confidence through problem-solving narratives.

Polly Diamond and the Magic Book
Alice Kuipers, Diana Toledano, 2018
Award winning
Jasmine Toguchi, Great Gardener
Debbi Michiko Florence, Elizabet Vukovic, 2024
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and gardening interest.
Teaches responsibility and the joys of caring for nature.
Boosts reading skills with engaging narrative and vocabulary.
Supports development of empathy and perseverance.

Jasmine Toguchi, Great Gardener
Debbi Michiko Florence, Elizabet Vukovic, 2024
Award winning
What Happens on Wednesdays
Emily Jenkins, Lauren Castillo, 2007
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases daily routines with charm and whimsy.
Encourages understanding of weekday activities.
Supports language development through repetitive structure.
Fosters family bonding over shared reading moments.

What Happens on Wednesdays
Emily Jenkins, Lauren Castillo, 2007
Award winning
BRAVE: A children’s book about overcoming nighttime fears, worries, or anxieties
Kathleen Davis, Rekha Salin, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Addresses common childhood fears with sensitivity.
Encourages resilience and bravery in young readers.
Supports emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Engaging narrative fosters shared reading experiences.

BRAVE: A children’s book about overcoming nighttime fears, worries, or anxieties
Kathleen Davis, Rekha Salin, 2020
Little Stories Pack (Little Stories S.)
Nicola Baxter, Ladybird Books, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with captivating, diverse tales.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive, easy-to-understand language.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Ideal for bedtime reading and family bonding.
