Books like Smile!
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
Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, captivating storyline. - Builds resilience, teamwork values in young readers. - Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension. - Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair
Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
Little Monkey
Marta Altés, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story of adventure and self-discovery.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in young readers.
Illustrates the importance of family and friendship.
Vibrant illustrations enhance visual learning.
Little Monkey
Marta Altés, 2020
Award winning
Mr Leon's Paris
Barroux, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Colorful illustrations capture the essence of Paris.
Adventure-filled narrative boosts geographical knowledge.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Mr Leon's Paris
Barroux, 2012
Award winning
Lottie Paris and the Best Place
Angela Johnson, Scott M. Fischer, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes exploration and curiosity in everyday environments.
Encourages self-discovery and personal growth.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Colorful illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Lottie Paris and the Best Place
Angela Johnson, Scott M. Fischer, 2013
Award winning
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and mystery enhance cognitive and perceptual skills.
Stimulates imagination, fosters creativity in young minds.
Encourages resilience and teamwork through captivating narrative.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.
Marv and the Pool of Peril
Alex Falase-Koya, Paula Bowles, Alex Koya, 2022
Award winning
An Unexpected Thing
Ashling Lindsay, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with unique, engaging narrative.
Characters demonstrate resilience and growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding through storytelling.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
An Unexpected Thing
Ashling Lindsay, 2023
Award winning
Me and You
Anthony Browne, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and perspective.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrant illustrations capture children’s attention.
Supports emotional and social development.
