Books like Play Time
Award winning
Foxy and Egg
Alex T. Smith, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate children's imagination.
Story encourages friendship and understanding different perspectives.
Fosters empathy and emotional intelligence in young readers.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Foxy and Egg
Alex T. Smith, 2011
Award winning
Doña Esmeralda, Who Ate Everything!
Melissa De La Cruz, Primo Gallanosa, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches valuable lessons in moderation and consequences.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character development.
Perfect for interactive read-aloud sessions with children.
Doña Esmeralda, Who Ate Everything!
Melissa De La Cruz, Primo Gallanosa, 2022
Award winning
Let's Go For A Walk
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity.
Enhances understanding of the natural world.
Supports early language and cognitive development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Let's Go For A Walk
Scholastic, Scholastic Inc., 2023
Award winning
Zeki Can Swim
Anna McQuinn, VASDEV, Ruth Hearson, 2016
24 pages
Why to read
Zeki loves learning to swim—inspiring and adventurous.
Boosts confidence in young readers through relatable scenarios.
Supports early developmental milestones in a nurturing way.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.
Zeki Can Swim
Anna McQuinn, VASDEV, Ruth Hearson, 2016
Award winning
Yawn
Laurie Jordan, Diana Mayo, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages bedtime routines and relaxation.
Illustrations captivate and spark children's imagination.
Simple, rhythmic text aids in language development.
Supports emotional understanding through character experiences.
Yawn
Laurie Jordan, Diana Mayo, 2017
Award winning
Carmine: A Little More Red
Melissa Sweet, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Whimsical retelling of classic Little Red Riding Hood.
Introduces basic vocabulary through playful text.
Inspires creativity and love for reading.
Engages young minds in solving puzzles.
Carmine: A Little More Red
Melissa Sweet, 2005
Award winning
Lost in the Toy Museum
David Lucas, 2012
30 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity and imagination in young readers.
Engages children in a charming, mysterious adventure.
Encourages teamwork and resilience among characters.
Ideal for interactive and captivating bedtime stories.
Lost in the Toy Museum
David Lucas, 2012
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
