Books like Nervous Nigel
Award winning
OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, Isabella Brouster, 2024
42 pages
Why to read
Captivating story, ideal for stormy day read-alouds.
Strengthens understanding of weather and natural phenomena.
Encourages bravery and resilience in young readers.
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy.
OH OLIVE: Oh No! A Thunderstorm
Kelley G Lamm, Isabella Brouster, 2024
Award winning
Luca and the Unwanted Cats of Rome
Scott Olin, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Vivid storytelling enhances children’s imagination.
Characters teach empathy and social responsibility.
Cultivates problem-solving through engaging narrative.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation.
Luca and the Unwanted Cats of Rome
Scott Olin, 2021
Why can't Elephants be Red?
Vani Tripathi, Vani Tripathi Tikoo, Rupak Neogy, 2023
86 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages curiosity about nature and animal diversity.
Supports understanding of colors and their significance.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Why can't Elephants be Red?
Vani Tripathi, Vani Tripathi Tikoo, Rupak Neogy, 2023
Award winning
Shh... Mommy's Working: Operation: Quiet Play
Melissa Lag, Uliana Barabash, Stacey Gittens, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Promotes independent and quiet play for children.
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking.
Strengthens problem-solving skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.
Shh... Mommy's Working: Operation: Quiet Play
Melissa Lag, Uliana Barabash, Stacey Gittens, 2023
Award winning
Leo the Lonely Lizard
Cara Diperna, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey of friendship and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Leo the Lonely Lizard
Cara Diperna, 2023
Award winning
Good Dog Lion (Little Gems)
Alexander Mccall Smith, David Dean, 2014
103 pages
Why to read
Illustrates loyalty and friendship values.
Encourages empathy and emotional development in children.
Engages young readers with its vibrant illustrations.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Good Dog Lion (Little Gems)
Alexander Mccall Smith, David Dean, 2014
Award winning
Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of self-acceptance and uniqueness.
Encourages empathy and understanding of differences.
Engaging storyline fosters imaginative thinking.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading.
Sparky the Broken Mirror
Joseph Michael Schimmel, Emily Pinneri, 2023
A Friend in Need! (2) (Friends)
Kate Pankhurst, Julia Jarman, 2015
96 pages
Why to read
Enhances empathy through engaging character relationships.
Encourages teamwork and cooperation among friends.
Supports social skill development in young readers.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain interest.
