Books like POSSUM MAGIC (Collector's Silver Anniversary Edition)
Award winning
Maxs Dragon Shirt By Wells Rosemary Wells Rosemary ILT
Rosemary Wells, Mem Fox, B Ward, Tomi Ungerer, Laura Krauss Melmed, Maggie Gyllenhaal, 1992
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations enhance storytelling.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Addresses emotions and resilience.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Maxs Dragon Shirt By Wells Rosemary Wells Rosemary ILT
Rosemary Wells, Mem Fox, B Ward, Tomi Ungerer, Laura Krauss Melmed, Maggie Gyllenhaal, 1992
Award winning
Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes
Mem Fox, Helen Oxenbury, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and universal similarities.
Enhances counting and basic numeracy skills.
Encourages bonding through repetitive, rhythmic phrasing.
Vivid, captivating illustrations engage young readers.

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes
Mem Fox, Helen Oxenbury, 2009
It's Time for Bed
Mem Fox, Rosey Davidson, Jane Dyer, 1993
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages regular bedtime routines through engaging storytelling.
Fosters emotional development and empathy in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement the soothing bedtime narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.

It's Time for Bed
Mem Fox, Rosey Davidson, Jane Dyer, 1993
Award winning
Harriet, You'll Drive Me Wild!
Marla Frazee, Mem Fox, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates valuable lessons on patience and understanding.
Encourages empathy and recognition of emotions in children.
Stimulates parent-child discussion about behavior and consequences.
Vibrant illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.

Harriet, You'll Drive Me Wild!
Marla Frazee, Mem Fox, 2000
Award winning
Classics
The Enchanted Castle
E. Nesbit, H.R. Millar, Virginia Leishman, 2001
240 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination through enchanting and magical adventures.
Encourages exploration of friendship dynamics and loyalty.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills in young readers.
Engaging narrative that supports language development.

The Enchanted Castle
E. Nesbit, H.R. Millar, Virginia Leishman, 2001
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - Illustrated by Gwynedd M. Hudson
Lewis Carroll, Gwynedd M. Hudson, 2011
222 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, captivating illustrations by Gwynedd M. Hudson.
Stimulates creativity and expands imagination.
Encourages linguistic development and vocabulary growth.
Classic story that promotes curiosity and exploration.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - Illustrated by Gwynedd M. Hudson
Lewis Carroll, Gwynedd M. Hudson, 2011
Alice In Wonderland: The Original 1865 Unabridged and Complete Edition
Lewis Carroll, 1865
146 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with whimsical adventures.
Enhances linguistic skills and creative expression.
Encourages curiosity and exploration of abstract concepts.
Classic literature that enriches cultural knowledge.

Alice In Wonderland: The Original 1865 Unabridged and Complete Edition
Lewis Carroll, 1865
Award winning
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (Chartwell Classics)
Lewis Carroll, 2018
338 pages
Why to read
Explores creativity through whimsical, fantastical narratives.
Enhances language skills with playful, inventive wordplay.
Encourages resilience and curiosity in facing new challenges.
Stimulates imaginative thinking and cognitive development.
