Books like Off to Kindergarten
Award winning
The Worm Family
Johnston Tony, Stacy Innerst, 2004
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and uniqueness within families.
Encourages resilience in overcoming life's challenges.
Enhances understanding of acceptance and belonging.
Delightful illustrations complement the engaging narrative.
The Worm Family
Johnston Tony, Stacy Innerst, 2004
Award winning
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Stimulates language skills with Spanish vocabulary integration.
Strengthens family bonds depicted through heartwarming narrative.
Enhances creative thinking with whimsical, colorful illustrations.
My Abuelita
Yuyi Morales, Johnston Tony, 2009
Award winning
The Wagon
Johnston Tony, James Ransome, James E. Ransome, 1996
40 pages
Why to read
Whimsical adventure stimulates creativity and imagination. - Highlights teamwork, resilience, and friendship. - Enhances vocabulary and language skills through engaging narrative. - Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
The Wagon
Johnston Tony, James Ransome, James E. Ransome, 1996
Award winning
10 Fat Turkeys
Johnston Tony, Richard F. Deas, Rich Deas, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging rhyming text encourages phonemic awareness.
Colorful illustrations captivate and maintain children's interest.
Teaches counting and basic subtraction in a playful context.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions with young learners.
10 Fat Turkeys
Johnston Tony, Richard F. Deas, Rich Deas, 2004
Award winning
Winter Is Coming
Johnston Tony, Jim LaMarche, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Captures the beauty of seasonal changes effectively.
Encourages observational skills and curiosity in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, supporting visual learning.
Engaging narrative that fosters a love for nature.
Winter Is Coming
Johnston Tony, Jim LaMarche, 2014
Award winning
Carmine: A Little More Red
Melissa Sweet, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Whimsical retelling of classic Little Red Riding Hood.
Introduces basic vocabulary through playful text.
Inspires creativity and love for reading.
Engages young minds in solving puzzles.
Carmine: A Little More Red
Melissa Sweet, 2005
Award winning
A Giant Crush
Gennifer Choldenko, Melissa Sweet, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Captures nuances of first crushes with warmth.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy.
Enhances understanding of personal and social dynamics.
Engaging narrative that holds children’s attention.
A Giant Crush
Gennifer Choldenko, Melissa Sweet, 2011
Award winning
Little Red Writing
Joan Holub, Melissa Sweet, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity through playful narrative and vibrant illustrations.
Encourages young writers with a positive, empowering message.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family bonds.
