Books like Pigs Make Me Sneeze! An Elephant and Piggie Book
Award winning
A Spiritual Dog "Bear"
J. Wesley Porter, 2016
54 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance.
Encourages emotional and spiritual growth in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing children's imagination effectively.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading sessions.

A Spiritual Dog "Bear"
J. Wesley Porter, 2016
Award winning
Bear and the Kindness Jar
Ka Almeida, MOHAN PERARA, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages kindness through fun, engaging narrative.
Builds empathy and emotional awareness in young readers.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Bear and the Kindness Jar
Ka Almeida, MOHAN PERARA, 2023
Award winning
The Monster Book for Kids: Monstrous & Mythical Creatures from Around the World
Bernard Tate, 2023
142 pages
Why to read
Explores global mythical creatures: cultural learning.
Stimulates imagination through fantastical monster tales.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge about different myths.
Fun, engaging way to introduce world folklore.

The Monster Book for Kids: Monstrous & Mythical Creatures from Around the World
Bernard Tate, 2023
Award winning
Bunny Vs Monkey
Jamie Smart, 2014
65 pages
Why to read
Engaging forest adventure ignites imagination and creativity.
Humorous interactions enhance understanding of conflict resolution.
Vivid illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.
Encourages teamwork and empathy through character dynamics.

Bunny Vs Monkey
Jamie Smart, 2014
Award winning
Hanuman: The Heroic Monkey God (Minibook)
Joshua Greene, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating tales of adventure and bravery.
Introduces cultural heritage and mythology.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Encourages moral values and ethical decision-making.

Hanuman: The Heroic Monkey God (Minibook)
Joshua Greene, 2009
The First Day of School (Puppy and Bear)
Larry Dane Brimner, John Bendall-Brunello, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Eases first day of school anxieties.
Promotes friendship and empathy.
Engaging, intuitive storytelling.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The First Day of School (Puppy and Bear)
Larry Dane Brimner, John Bendall-Brunello, 2017
Award winning
Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
36 pages
Why to read
Explores dynamic interactions among diverse animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding of ecological roles.
Stimulating visual storytelling enhances cognitive development.
Supports vocabulary expansion and factual knowledge acquisition.

Carnivores
Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, Dan Santat, 2013
Award winning
Ten Creepy Monsters
Carey F. Armstrong-Ellis, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with humor and suspenseful storytelling.
Captures counting concepts in a playful, accessible manner.
Illustrated monsters encourage visual literacy and creativity.
Fosters a love for reading through interactive narrative.
