Books like Palm Tree Christmas
Award winning
Martin Makes a Dinosaur Cake
Lisette Starr, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through baking and dinosaur-themed adventure.
Illustrates problem-solving in a fun, engaging manner.
Strengthens reading skills with simple, captivating language.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading time.
Martin Makes a Dinosaur Cake
Lisette Starr, 2021
Award winning
Apart, Together
Linda Booth Sweeney, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights unity and teamwork through captivating storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging illustrations complementing the heartwarming narrative.
Apart, Together
Linda Booth Sweeney, 2023
Award winning
Small Places, Close to Home
Deborah Hopkinson, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores local adventures with captivating stories.
Features characters displaying resilience and creativity.
Encourages exploration and appreciation of surroundings.
Ideal for enhancing geographic and social awareness.
Small Places, Close to Home
Deborah Hopkinson, 2023
Award winning
My Gift for You
V Moua, 2023
43 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story teaches kindness and thoughtfulness.
Simple, engaging text suitable for young readers.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Encourages empathy and generosity in children.
My Gift for You
V Moua, 2023
Award winning
The Boy Who Said Baa: A Christmas Story
Judy Dryden, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Festive story enhances holiday spirit and joy.
Encourages empathy through relatable, diverse characters.
Strengthens language skills with rhythmic, playful text.
Supports understanding of different perspectives and resilience.
The Boy Who Said Baa: A Christmas Story
Judy Dryden, 2023
Award winning
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly celebrates Cuban culture through lively market scenes.
Enhances bilingual skills, introduces Spanish vocabulary.
Encourages appreciation of family bonds and traditions.
Supports cognitive and social-emotional development.
A Song of Frutas
Margarita Engle, 2021
Award winning
The Elf on the Shelf: Night Before Christmas
Chanda A Bell, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Festive and engaging Christmas Eve adventure.
Enhances emotional connection to holiday traditions.
Supports reading comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ideal for parent-child festive reading time.
The Elf on the Shelf: Night Before Christmas
Chanda A Bell, 2023
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
