Books like Noisy Noisy Woof
Award winning
Gus
Fiona Louise Bate, 2008
56 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through fun, engaging narrative.
Enhances empathy and social skills effectively.
Stimulates imagination with vivid illustrations.
Perfect for bonding during family reading time.

Gus
Fiona Louise Bate, 2008
Gnat
Kitty Benedict, 1994
123 pages
Why to read
Explores friendship through adventurous, heartfelt narrative.
Encourages resilience and creativity in young readers.
Supports language development with rich, engaging dialogue.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Gnat
Kitty Benedict, 1994
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
Dylan's Cosydoze
Elsa Joseph, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story fosters imagination and early literacy skills.
Warm relatable characters, encouraging empathy and friendship.
Encourages parent-child bonding over cozy storytime moments.
Addresses gentle bedtime routines and the importance of sleep.

Dylan's Cosydoze
Elsa Joseph, 2017
Award winning
Mortimer Keene: Attack of the Slime
Tim Healey, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates children’s creative thought.
Encourages interest in science and inventive thinking.
Lively, humorous prose resonates with young readers.
Strengthens literary skills through engaging narrative.

Mortimer Keene: Attack of the Slime
Tim Healey, 2013
Award winning
Frog and Cat
Holly Diaz, 2023
28 pages
Why to read
Fosters friendship and understanding through engaging narrative.
Enhances language skills with simple, rhythmic text.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse perspectives.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Frog and Cat
Holly Diaz, 2023
Zatta Patta and Princess Marta
Terri-Louise Du Plessis, 2023
59 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination in young readers.
Characters teach resilience and embracing uniqueness.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Zatta Patta and Princess Marta
Terri-Louise Du Plessis, 2023
Cat Balloon
Palo Morgan, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Nurtures creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with engaging, age-appropriate language.
Supports emotional development with relatable character experiences.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.
