Books like Smidge
Memory Bottles
Beth Shoshan, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Enhances memory and emotional understanding through storytelling.
Encourages creativity and imagination in young readers.
Supports emotional development with relatable scenarios.
Invites family engagement and discussion.
Memory Bottles
Beth Shoshan, 2004
Award winning
The Cuddle
Beth Shoshan, 2006
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional intelligence and empathy in young readers.
Encourages nurturing behavior through engaging storytelling.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.
The Cuddle
Beth Shoshan, 2006
in-a-minute--books-for-life-
Beth Shoshan, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Captures daily routines with fun, relatable scenarios.
Encourages time management skills in young readers.
Supports early developmental milestones through engaging stories.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
in-a-minute--books-for-life-
Beth Shoshan, 2004
Award winning
Mess Monsters
Beth Shoshan, Piers Harper, 1988
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages tidiness through engaging storytelling.
Characters model problem-solving and responsibility.
Supports developmental milestones in young children.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Mess Monsters
Beth Shoshan, Piers Harper, 1988
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline fosters creativity and imagination.
Introduces teamwork, responsibility, and friendship themes.
Engaging graphics captivate and maintain children's interest.
Encourages reading confidence in young independent readers.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #11): From the Creator of Captain Underpants
Dav Pilkey, 2023
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.
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.
