Books like Octopus Stew
Award winning
Draw!
Raúl Colón, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity through engaging art and storytelling.
Encourages self-expression and confidence in young artists.
Supports developmental skills with interactive drawing prompts.
Fosters a love for art and imaginative play.
Draw!
Raúl Colón, 2014
Award winning
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2008
160 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family dynamics and friendship.
Encourages resilience and creativity in children.
Engaging narrative that captures young readers' attention.
Supports emotional development and understanding.
Kaline Klattermaster's Tree House
Peter Brown, Haven Kimmel, 2008
Award winning
OFF TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE FOR TURKEY DAY: A Thanksgiving Story. Maiya unwillingly goes to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving and realizes the importance of family, love, and time.
Martina Snowden-Harrison, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Highlights family values and togetherness.
Captivates with engaging storytelling.
Encourages appreciation for family gatherings.
Supports emotional and social development.
OFF TO GRANDMA'S HOUSE FOR TURKEY DAY: A Thanksgiving Story. Maiya unwillingly goes to Grandma's house for Thanksgiving and realizes the importance of family, love, and time.
Martina Snowden-Harrison, 2021
Award winning
Maya's World: Angelina of Italy (Pictureback(R))
Maya Angelou, Lizzy Rockwell, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural diversity through engaging narrative.
Enhances global awareness and appreciation.
Stimulates curiosity about different lifestyles and traditions.
Supports language development and empathy.
Maya's World: Angelina of Italy (Pictureback(R))
Maya Angelou, Lizzy Rockwell, 2004
Award winning
The Girl Who Wanted to Dance
Amy Ehrlich, Rebecca Walsh, Hope Green, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and passion for the arts.
Encourages perseverance and following one’s dreams.
Strengthens understanding of emotions and empathy.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
The Girl Who Wanted to Dance
Amy Ehrlich, Rebecca Walsh, Hope Green, 2009
Award winning
Photographic Baby Books 4
Sandra Lousada, 2001
295 pages
Why to read
Captures baby's milestones with engaging photography.
Encourages visual recognition and language development.
Stimulates emotional bonding through picture interaction.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Photographic Baby Books 4
Sandra Lousada, 2001
Award winning
Nana and Poppy Love You!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
Encourages appreciation of family love and heritage.
Rhymes enhance reading fluency and phonemic awareness.
Warm illustrations complement the affectionate tale.
Nana and Poppy Love You!: A Rhyming Story of Generational Love
Joy Joyfully, 2023
Award winning
The Monster Mall and Other Spooky Poems (All Aboard Poetry Reader)
D.J. Steinberg, David Steinberg, Adrian C. Sinnott, 2004
48 pages
Why to read
Spooky, fun poems enhance imaginative thinking.
Introduces children to poetic forms and structures.
Themes of bravery and friendship.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonding.
