Books like Outdoor Surprises (I AM A READER!: Frog and Friends)
The Girl in the Painting
Susan Meddaugh, Eve Bunting, 2013
16 pages
Why to read
Engages children through mystery and historical context.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Supports emotional intelligence development.
The Girl in the Painting
Susan Meddaugh, Eve Bunting, 2013
Award winning
The Wednesday Surprise
Eve Bunting, Donald Carrick, 1989
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family bonding and shared learning experiences.
Encourages literacy development through surprise and suspense.
Illustrates the value of perseverance and dedication.
Warm and engaging narrative fosters empathy.
The Wednesday Surprise
Eve Bunting, Donald Carrick, 1989
Award winning
Rudi's Pond
Eve Bunting, Ronald Himler, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of loss and healing through friendship.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Based on real-life experiences, enhancing relatability and understanding.
Supports conversations about grief between children and adults.
Rudi's Pond
Eve Bunting, Ronald Himler, 1999
Award winning
A Day in the Life of Buddy the Bearded Dragon
Greta Garland, 2022
26 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey of Buddy's daily adventures.
Teaches empathy through Buddy's interactions.
Encourages curiosity about reptiles and nature.
Bright illustrations captivate and delight young readers.
A Day in the Life of Buddy the Bearded Dragon
Greta Garland, 2022
Award winning
Wild-Yonder Tales of Misfit Friends on The Copper Penny Farm: Tale of Jewel-Ip
Mollie B. Smith-Steffey, 2023
47 pages
Why to read
Adventure and friendship themes enhance social skills.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Wild-Yonder Tales of Misfit Friends on The Copper Penny Farm: Tale of Jewel-Ip
Mollie B. Smith-Steffey, 2023
Award winning
Bumble Bri and the Honey
Lori Chergosky, Cheyenne Warthen, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Encourages curiosity about nature and bee conservation.
Strengthens reading skills through rhythmic, repetitive text.
Builds empathy through Bri’s problem-solving adventures.
Bumble Bri and the Honey
Lori Chergosky, Cheyenne Warthen, 2023
Award winning
My Pig Paulina
Hans Limmer, David Crossley, Elke Wakefield, 1970
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages creativity and emotional development.
Showcases values of friendship and teamwork.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
My Pig Paulina
Hans Limmer, David Crossley, Elke Wakefield, 1970
Little Red Riding Pooh (Pictureback(R))
Ann Braybrooks, Rh Disney, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Classic tale with a delightful Pooh twist.
Enhances language skills and imagination.
Engaging storyline encourages reader interaction.
Perfect for family bonding over reading.
