Books like Shimmy
Award winning
My Cousins My Friends, Mis Primos Mis Amigos
Diana Delrusso, Kimberly Young, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Bilingual story enhances language skills and cultural awareness.
Celebrates family bonds and shared experiences across cultures.
Encourages inclusivity and understanding of diverse backgrounds.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
My Cousins My Friends, Mis Primos Mis Amigos
Diana Delrusso, Kimberly Young, 2021
Award winning
A Message for Grandma
Carol Breckenridge, 2017
36 pages
Why to read
Strengthens bonds with grandparents through heartfelt storytelling.
Encourages understanding and empathy in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, captivating children's attention.
Supports language development and emotional growth.
A Message for Grandma
Carol Breckenridge, 2017
The T-Shirt Triplets: Level 4
Hazel Edwards, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline enhances reading interest and comprehension skills.
Characters display teamwork, fostering social and emotional development.
Encourages creativity through unique, playful scenarios.
Supports independent reading with age-appropriate language and themes.
The T-Shirt Triplets: Level 4
Hazel Edwards, 2001
Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
32 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional awareness through accessible storytelling.
Encourages resilience and coping with diverse daily experiences.
Supports emotional development and empathy in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Good Days, Bad Days
Judith Viorst, Laurence Anholt, Ray Cruz, 1972
Award winning
Jesus Loves Me
Alan Parry, Linda Parry, 1999
12 pages
Why to read
Illustrates impactful teachings through engaging storytelling.
Reinforces important values like love and compassion.
Enhances understanding of religious themes for young minds.
Encourages bonding through shared reading experiences.
Jesus Loves Me
Alan Parry, Linda Parry, 1999
Award winning
SRA Specific Skill Series for Language Arts: Grammar Book C
Sra, Science Research Associates, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances grammatical skills with structured, engaging exercises.
Targets key language concepts for elementary-level students.
Builds strong foundations in sentence structure and syntax.
Encourages mastery through practice and repetition.
SRA Specific Skill Series for Language Arts: Grammar Book C
Sra, Science Research Associates, 2004
Award winning
Fuzzbuzz: Level 2 Storybooks: the Contest
Colin Harris, 1994
32 pages
Why to read
Engages children with exciting competition-themed narrative.
Characters exemplify teamwork and determination.
Enhances reading skills and comprehension development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Fuzzbuzz: Level 2 Storybooks: the Contest
Colin Harris, 1994
My Perfect Pink Book
Sarah Delmege, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and self-expression through vibrant illustrations.
Encourages understanding of colors, especially shades of pink.
Supports language development and early reading skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
