Books like Pete the Cat 12-Book Phonics Fun!: Includes 12 Mini-Books Featuring Short and Long Vowel Sounds (My First I Can Read)
Award winning
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, Dean James, James Fouhey, HarperAudio, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Supports language development and storytelling skills.
Fosters a sense of confidence and participation.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Pete the Cat: Show-and-Tell
Kimberly Dean, Dean James, James Fouhey, HarperAudio, 2023
Award winning
The Stink Before Christmas
Kimberly Dean, Sam Nixon, Dean James, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous holiday tale sparks joy and laughter.
Encourages creativity through quirky, whimsical storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills with rhythm and rhyme structure.
Ideal for family bonding during the festive season.
The Stink Before Christmas
Kimberly Dean, Sam Nixon, Dean James, 2016
Award winning
A Partridge in the We Tree
Ashley Belote, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters language and cognitive development.
Characters display resilience, teaching valuable emotional lessons.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading moments.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, repetitive phrases.
A Partridge in the We Tree
Ashley Belote, 2022
Gator's Out, Said the Trout (A Predictable Word Book)
Janie Spaht Gill, 2005
21 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with predictable and repetitive text patterns.
Enhances vocabulary through simple, rhythmic wordplay.
Supports early reading skills with clear visual cues.
Encourages interactive read-aloud sessions for family bonding.
Gator's Out, Said the Trout (A Predictable Word Book)
Janie Spaht Gill, 2005
Kipper's Little Friends
Mick Inkpen, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through engaging animal character interactions.
Strengthens comprehension skills, ideal for early development stages.
Fosters empathy and friendship values in young readers.
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Kipper's Little Friends
Mick Inkpen, 2015
Award winning
Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, Sasha McIntyre, Céleste Gagnon, Jelena Sisic, Shelley Southern, John Lei, Violeta Nikolic, 2013
184 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary with simple, age-appropriate language.
Engages young readers with diverse, captivating stories.
Fosters empathy through relatable character experiences.
Supports early reading skills development.
Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, Sasha McIntyre, Céleste Gagnon, Jelena Sisic, Shelley Southern, John Lei, Violeta Nikolic, 2013
Award winning
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of emotions through color and metaphor.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Supports development of language skills and creativity.
Ideal read-aloud for engaging family reading time.
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
Award winning
Please Write in This Book
Mary Amato, Eric Brace, 2006
112 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and expression through writing.
Interactive format engages young readers actively.
Strengthens communication skills and teamwork.
Inspires joy in shared storytelling and collaboration.
