Books like Piggie Pie
Award winning
Sheep Blast Off!
Nancy E. Shaw, Margot Apple, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Adventurous sheep explore space, sparking imagination.
Engaging rhymes enhance linguistic skills.
Illustrations captivate and maintain child interest.
Encourages curiosity and discovery in young readers.

Sheep Blast Off!
Nancy E. Shaw, Margot Apple, 2008
Wanda & Dragonfly
Anna Hymas, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of friendship and discovery.
Enhances empathy through relatable, dynamic characters.
Stimulates imagination and creativity in young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.

Wanda & Dragonfly
Anna Hymas, 2013
Award winning
The Lost Tooth Club
Arden Johnson-Petrov, Arden Johnson, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative about childhood milestone of losing teeth.
Characters model positive reactions to common fears.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Ideal for enhancing parent-child bonding during reading.

The Lost Tooth Club
Arden Johnson-Petrov, Arden Johnson, 1998
Award winning
Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Tackles the concept of loss with sensitivity and care.
Encourages conversations about grief between children and adults.
Illustrations that enhance understanding and engagement.
Supports emotional development and resilience in children.

Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
Award winning
Hip, Hip . . . Beret!
Melanie Ellsworth, Morena Forza, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations spark creativity and visual engagement.
Encourages artistic expression and cultural appreciation.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Hip, Hip . . . Beret!
Melanie Ellsworth, Morena Forza, 2021
Award winning
Hopping Halloween
Jamie Gullbrand, 2023
79 pages
Why to read
Captures Halloween excitement through imaginative storytelling.
Characters display resilience, promoting emotional development.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving in young readers.
Ideal for family bonding over shared Halloween tales.

Hopping Halloween
Jamie Gullbrand, 2023
Award winning
Ghost Was Bored
Isabella Gumbko, 2021
54 pages
Why to read
Engages children with whimsical, captivating storytelling.
Introduces themes of boredom and creativity effectively.
Encourages empathy and understanding through relatable ghost character.
Supports cognitive development through narrative exploration.

Ghost Was Bored
Isabella Gumbko, 2021
Award winning
I Choose to Make Good Decisions: A Rhyming Picture Book About Making Good Decisions
Elizabeth Estrada, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Teaches decision-making through engaging rhymes.
Builds moral values in young readers.
Illustrations captivate and enhance understanding.
Encourages discussions on choices and consequences.
