Books like Running from Rex: A Dinosaur Story about Being Brave
Gretel the Wonder Mammoth: A Story About Overcoming Anxiety
Kim Hillyard, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses childhood anxiety through engaging storytelling.
Encourages resilience and emotional awareness in young readers.
Supports parent-child discussions on overcoming fears.
Empowers children with coping strategies through narrative.

Gretel the Wonder Mammoth: A Story About Overcoming Anxiety
Kim Hillyard, 2022
Award winning
Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Michael Feifer, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline teaches empathy and understanding.
Encourages emotional growth through relatable situations.
Supports development of social skills and values.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Michael Feifer, 2023
The Wind in the Willows: (Young Reading Series 2)
Lesley Sims, Rax King, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Classic tale adapted for young readers.
Enhances vocabulary and expressive language skills.
Encourages adventure spirit and friendship values.
Supports cognitive and emotional development.

The Wind in the Willows: (Young Reading Series 2)
Lesley Sims, Rax King, 2021
Bean The Stretchy Dragon: A Sally & Bean Adventure
Ari Stocrate, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable characters fostering emotional development.
Enhances problem-solving through playful storytelling.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, accessible text.

Bean The Stretchy Dragon: A Sally & Bean Adventure
Ari Stocrate, 2023
Specs For T-Rex
Jenny Jinks, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Humorous tale enhances language and cognitive development.
Encourages empathy through character interactions.
Supports comprehension, prediction skills.
Engaging illustrations boost visual thinking.

Specs For T-Rex
Jenny Jinks, 2020
Award winning
Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates imagination and creativity.
Characters display resilience and teamwork values.
Enhances problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Cat on the Run in Cat of Death!
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline keeps children engaged.
Highlights teamwork and cooperation skills.
Introduces wildlife conservation in an accessible manner.
Supports language development and comprehension.

Rhinos at Recess
Mary Pope Osborne, 2023
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.
