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Award winning
Seasons: First Foil Poetry Haikus
Ida Ageledis, Michelle Berg, 2003
10 pages
Why to read
Explores nature’s beauty through simple, evocative haikus.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Fosters appreciation for changing seasons and natural cycles.
Encourages mindfulness and reflection in young readers.

Seasons: First Foil Poetry Haikus
Ida Ageledis, Michelle Berg, 2003
Take a Moment: 50 Mindfulness Activities for Kids
Paul Christelis, 2024
80 pages
Why to read
Enhances emotional regulation through mindfulness activities.
Boosts focus and attention in a playful manner.
Encourages self-awareness and stress management skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child learning sessions.

Take a Moment: 50 Mindfulness Activities for Kids
Paul Christelis, 2024
A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires imaginative storytelling.
Enhances visual thinking with engaging illustrations.
Builds empathy through relatable emotional journeys.
Encourages perseverance and resilience.

A Rose, a Bridge, and a Wild Black Horse
Charlotte Zolotow, Crescent Dragonwagon, Julie Morstad, 1964
Shy Little Bunny
nick-ellsworth, David Kirk, Caroline Pedler, 2004
11 pages
Why to read
Gentle narrative fosters emotional development.
Encourages empathy through the shy bunny character.
Beautiful, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Supports early literacy skills and vocabulary growth.

Shy Little Bunny
nick-ellsworth, David Kirk, Caroline Pedler, 2004
Bob's Springtime Birthday
Janie Spaht Gill, Robert Reese, 1999
23 pages
Why to read
Celebrates growth and renewal themes.
Engages young readers with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Introduces concepts of friendship and sharing.
Ideal read for springtime inspiration and learning.

Bob's Springtime Birthday
Janie Spaht Gill, Robert Reese, 1999
Award winning
Scarlet's Amazing Day
Christopher Harris, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, captivating illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth through character development.
Supports language skills with engaging dialogue.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Scarlet's Amazing Day
Christopher Harris, 2023
Award winning
Witcheficent’s Bat Stew
Dan G., Eileen Faxas, Eileen The Storyteller, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Delightfully whimsical adventure with playful language.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking in children.
Introduces basic cooking concepts through fun storytelling.
Boosts vocabulary with engaging, descriptive words.

Witcheficent’s Bat Stew
Dan G., Eileen Faxas, Eileen The Storyteller, 2023
Award winning
The Story of the Little Piggy Who Couldn't Say No
Sabine Ludwig, Sabine Wilharm, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches boundaries and decision-making skills effectively.
Engaging narrative keeps young readers captivated.
Supports emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Encourages conversations about peer pressure.
