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This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through dynamic, relatable baby characters.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances phonetic awareness.
Stimulates early language development and social skills.
Bright illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.

This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
Award winning
Rectangle Time
Pamela Paul, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
Highlights the importance of perspective in understanding.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters creativity and imagination.

Rectangle Time
Pamela Paul, 2021
Animal Jokes for Funny Kids (6) (Buster Laugh-a-lot Books)
Josephine Southon, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Filled with age-appropriate humor for children.
Enhances linguistic skills through playful wordplay.
Encourages laughter and family bonding during reading.
Boosts understanding of social interactions through jokes.

Animal Jokes for Funny Kids (6) (Buster Laugh-a-lot Books)
Josephine Southon, 2022
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.

Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and unique storytelling.
Encourages dialogue and enhances communication skills.
Supports emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Ideal for building confidence in young readers.

The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
All the Dogs
Nicola Kent, 2022
28 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with diverse canine characters.
Enhances empathy through animal perspectives.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Encourages shared reading experiences.

All the Dogs
Nicola Kent, 2022
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!
Louise Fitzgerald, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Swift, engaging narrative ideal for bedtime.
Encourages quick, imaginative thinking in children.
Soothing, rhythmic language aids in relaxation.
Perfect length to maintain young attention spans.
