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Award winning
A Journey of Tastes: A new way for children to learn to read while travelling to different continents, experiencing different foods while learning the days of the week (Adventure Children’s Books)
Hasina Knox, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Explores global cultures through exciting culinary adventures.
Teaches days of the week in engaging contexts.
Enhances literacy with repetitive, rhythmic language.
Supports cognitive development and global awareness.

A Journey of Tastes: A new way for children to learn to read while travelling to different continents, experiencing different foods while learning the days of the week (Adventure Children’s Books)
Hasina Knox, 2021
Award winning
Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity and personal identity.
Encourages respect for oneself and others.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Inspires confidence and pride in heritage.

Say My Name
Joanna Ho, 2023
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
Award winning
Only for a Little While
Gabriela Orozco Belt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale about the value of time and change.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports literacy skills through engaging narrative.

Only for a Little While
Gabriela Orozco Belt, 2023
Award winning
Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
Stacy Mcanulty, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging exploration of Earth's diverse ecosystems.
Promotes environmental awareness and responsibility.
Encourages curiosity about science and nature.
Vibrant illustrations enhance learning and enjoyment.

Our Planet! There's No Place Like Earth
Stacy Mcanulty, 2022
Award winning
Grace the Cove Dragon (Dragon Girls #10)
Maddy Mara, 2023
76 pages
Why to read
Adventurous story fosters imagination and creativity in kids.
Characters model teamwork, friendship, and problem-solving.
Enhances literacy skills and instills a love for reading.
Addresses thematic elements suitable for age-appropriate discussions.

Grace the Cove Dragon (Dragon Girls #10)
Maddy Mara, 2023
Award winning
Eva at the Beach: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages exploration and curiosity about nature.
Strengthens reading skills through repetitive, easy-to-follow text.
Ideal for cooperative reading sessions between parents and children.

Eva at the Beach: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2021
The Ever-Changing Earth
Grahame Baker-Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating Earth transformations through vivid illustrations.
Encourages curiosity about science and natural phenomena.
Supports environmental awareness and conservation from a young age.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
