Books like Ready and Waiting for You
Award winning
The Duck Never Blinks
Alex Latimer, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure ensures constant curiosity and entertainment.
Encourages empathy through relatable avian characters.
Stimulates problem-solving with intriguing challenges.
Ideal for interactive family reading moments.

The Duck Never Blinks
Alex Latimer, 2024
Award winning
What Are You?
Mike Curato, Christian Trimmer, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Explores identity and self-discovery through engaging storytelling.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of diversity.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

What Are You?
Mike Curato, Christian Trimmer, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
How to Hug a Pufferfish
Ellie Peterson, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhances parent-child bonding.

How to Hug a Pufferfish
Ellie Peterson, 2022
Award winning
Itty-Bitty Kitty-Corn
Shannon Hale, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and embracing unique qualities.
Imaginative play fosters creative thinking in children.
Addresses themes of friendship and acceptance.
Vibrant illustrations engage young readers visually.

Itty-Bitty Kitty-Corn
Shannon Hale, 2021
Award winning
Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about adventure and curiosity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports language development and creative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Peter Rabbit Story Board Book
Beatrix Potter, 2024
24 pages
Why to read
Classic, enchanting tale sparks imagination and curiosity.
Timeless illustrations enhance visual perception and focus.
Encourages responsibility through Peter’s adventurous missteps.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Story Board Book
Beatrix Potter, 2024
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.
