Books like Porcupines!: A My Incredible World Picture Book for Children
Award winning
Have You Ever Seen a Smack of Jellyfish?: An Alphabet Book
Sarah Asper-Smith, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Explores alphabet through captivating marine life illustrations.
Enhances vocabulary with playful, engaging language.
Encourages letter recognition and phonetic awareness.
Fosters curiosity about nature and animals.

Have You Ever Seen a Smack of Jellyfish?: An Alphabet Book
Sarah Asper-Smith, 2010
Snail
Karen Hartley, Chris Macro, Jill Bailey Chris Macro, Karen Hartley, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of a snail’s adventurous life.
Teaches patience and resilience through engaging storytelling.
Supports early development in understanding nature.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning.

Snail
Karen Hartley, Chris Macro, Jill Bailey Chris Macro, Karen Hartley, 1998
Award winning
A Sightseeing Adventure: A new and adventurous way for children to learn to read while learning to tell time and enjoying nature in Toronto (Adventure Children’s Books)
Hasina Knox, 2021
42 pages
Why to read
Enhances literacy through adventure-driven narrative.
Teaches time-telling in an engaging context.
Features scenic landmarks of Toronto.
Encourages outdoor exploration and appreciation.

A Sightseeing Adventure: A new and adventurous way for children to learn to read while learning to tell time and enjoying nature in Toronto (Adventure Children’s Books)
Hasina Knox, 2021
The Puffin Factfinder
Derek O' Brian, Derek O'Brien, 2011
376 pages
Why to read
Explores fascinating facts through engaging storytelling.
Encourages curiosity and knowledge in young readers.
Supports development of critical thinking skills.
Perfect for interactive parent-child learning sessions.

The Puffin Factfinder
Derek O' Brian, Derek O'Brien, 2011
Award winning
Fish, Bugs and Birds (God's Creation Series)
Michael Carroll, Caroline Carroll, Travis King, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Explores nature's diversity through engaging stories.
Introduces young readers to environmental awareness.
Colorful illustrations enhance learning and retention.
Supports early science education principles.

Fish, Bugs and Birds (God's Creation Series)
Michael Carroll, Caroline Carroll, Travis King, 2005
Award winning
Spencer Knows Spring
Tiffany Obeng, Tharushi Fernando, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Explores the excitement and beauty of spring season.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports early language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bond.

Spencer Knows Spring
Tiffany Obeng, Tharushi Fernando, 2022
Award winning
The Pond
Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of grief and healing through nature.
Illustrations complement the serene, reflective storytelling style.
Encourages environmental awareness and curiosity in young readers.
Supports emotional development and understanding of loss.

The Pond
Nicola Davies, Cathy Fisher, 2017
Award winning
At the Zoo-oo-oo
Stacy Gabel, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Teaches animal names and sounds through playful rhyme.
Encourages curiosity about wildlife and nature conservation.
Offers interactive read-aloud experience for parents and children.
