Books like Nessie and the Holiday Surprise: A Picture Book (Nessie's Untold Tales)
5 Minute Teddy Bear Tales
Nicola Baxter, Jenny Press, 1998
80 pages
Why to read
Engaging, quick stories ideal for bedtime.
Fosters emotional development and empathy.
Enhances imagination and creativity.
Supports early literacy skills.

5 Minute Teddy Bear Tales
Nicola Baxter, Jenny Press, 1998
Happy Holidays (Key Words with Ladybird, Book 7a)
Ladybird, W. Murray, J.H. Wingfield, 1964
56 pages
Why to read
Festive-themed vocabulary enriches language development.
Engaging narrative fosters early reading skills.
Aligned with age-specific cognitive milestones.
Encourages holiday spirit and cultural awareness.

Happy Holidays (Key Words with Ladybird, Book 7a)
Ladybird, W. Murray, J.H. Wingfield, 1964
Sophella's Birthday Wish
Maggi Nicholas, Stephanie Hewitt, Anita Ho, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming, magical story sparks imagination and joy.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Perfect for family reading, strengthens bonds.

Sophella's Birthday Wish
Maggi Nicholas, Stephanie Hewitt, Anita Ho, 2020
Award winning
The Great Pumpkin Spell: A Halloween Book for Kids
Chloe E. Gore, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging Halloween-themed story sparks imagination.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and courage.
Enhances vocabulary with contextually rich language.
Supports cognitive development through plot-driven challenges.

The Great Pumpkin Spell: A Halloween Book for Kids
Chloe E. Gore, 2023
Award winning
The Clever Boy and the Terrible Dangerous Animal: English-Dari Edition (Teaching Stories)
Idries Shah, Rose Mary Santiago, 2000
38 pages
Why to read
Dual-language feature enhances cognitive and linguistic development.
Culturally rich content broadens global awareness and understanding.
Encourages critical thinking through engaging storytelling.
Offers shared reading opportunity for parents and children.

The Clever Boy and the Terrible Dangerous Animal: English-Dari Edition (Teaching Stories)
Idries Shah, Rose Mary Santiago, 2000
Award winning
To Town (Story Box Read-togethers)
Joy Cowley, 2001
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey sparks children's imagination and curiosity.
Displays teamwork and decision-making through relatable characters.
Enhances linguistic skills with simple, repetitive text.
Encourages parent-child bonding during reading time.

To Town (Story Box Read-togethers)
Joy Cowley, 2001
Treasury Of Good Night Stories
QED Publishing, David Bedford, 2019
192 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, engaging stories.
Fosters emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Stimulates imagination with diverse, magical tales.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

Treasury Of Good Night Stories
QED Publishing, David Bedford, 2019
Award winning
My Buddy and Me
Ashley Kantonen, 2021
28 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship through engaging, relatable narratives. - Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy in children. - Vibrant illustrations captivate and maintain interest. - Ideal for shared reading, fostering family connections.
