Books like Smile Cry: Happy or sad, wailing or glad - how do you feel today?
Award winning
How Do You Love?
Kellie Byrnes, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Beautiful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Explores themes of love and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding.
How Do You Love?
Kellie Byrnes, 2022
Award winning
I See You, Sad Bear
Vern Kousky, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional recognition and empathy development.
Engaging story encourages connection with characters.
Supports young readers in expressing feelings.
Ideal for family bonding during storytime.
I See You, Sad Bear
Vern Kousky, 2023
Award winning
I'm Sad Today
Elisa Yagüe, 2022
34 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotions with comforting, engaging narrative.
Encourages emotional intelligence and understanding.
Supports healthy expression and communication of feelings.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion with caregivers.
I'm Sad Today
Elisa Yagüe, 2022
Award winning
Catside Up, Catside Down
Anna Hrachovec, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores problem-solving through playful cat antics.
Enhances creativity with reversible cat scenarios.
Encourages interactive reading and family involvement.
Builds early language and cognitive skills.
Catside Up, Catside Down
Anna Hrachovec, 2023
Award winning
Group Hug
Jean Reidy, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy through engaging, collective animal characters.
Illustrations enhance understanding, cater to visual learners.
Encourages inclusivity and teamwork among young readers.
Perfect for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
Group Hug
Jean Reidy, 2021
Mole Is Not Alone
Maya Tatsukawa, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional awareness in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Engaging narrative fosters early language skills.
Mole Is Not Alone
Maya Tatsukawa, 2023
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
Greenlight
Breanna Carzoo, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters imagination and creativity in kids.
Features characters showcasing resilience and determination.
Encourages development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for family bonding through shared reading sessions.
