Books like Sometimes Families...
Award winning
The Other Bears
Michael Thompson, unknown author, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports emotional and social development.

The Other Bears
Michael Thompson, unknown author, 2013
Award winning
Babies
Gyo Fujikawa, aa, 1963
18 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity with charming, multicultural baby illustrations.
Encourages early language development and word recognition.
Fun, engaging read for parents and toddlers alike.
Stimulates visual and emotional recognition in young children.

Babies
Gyo Fujikawa, aa, 1963
Over the Moon
Shirley Hughes, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages children's emotional development.
Illustrations enhance imagination and visual interpretation skills.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Inspires creativity and curiosity in young readers.

Over the Moon
Shirley Hughes, 1998
Award winning
Calling All Cats: All Aboard Picture Reader
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with colorful, lively illustrations.
Encourages understanding of cooperation and teamwork.
Simple text ideal for beginning readers.
Fosters love for animals through interactive story.

Calling All Cats: All Aboard Picture Reader
Maryann Cocca-Leffler, 2004
Award winning
Zak and His Little Lies
J. Samia Mair, Omar Burgess, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches honesty through engaging, relatable storytelling.
Addresses consequences of lying in a child-friendly manner.
Encourages open conversations about truth between parents and kids.
Stimulates moral development and ethical understanding.

Zak and His Little Lies
J. Samia Mair, Omar Burgess, 2018
Award winning
One
Xist Publishing, 2019
21 pages
Why to read
Fosters counting skills and basic numeracy.
Encourages individuality and self-expression in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early developmental milestones through engaging storytelling.

One
Xist Publishing, 2019
Buzzy Bee
Pamela Loveridge, Anne Giulieri, Monica Hughes, Tomislav Zlatic, 2006
16 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages curiosity about nature and insect life.
Supports language development with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Buzzy Bee
Pamela Loveridge, Anne Giulieri, Monica Hughes, Tomislav Zlatic, 2006
Award winning
Yellow
Amanda Doering Tourville, Amanda Doering, Dean Jones, Tracy Cottingham, 2018
24 pages
Why to read
Explores vibrant adventures with a colorful, engaging storyline.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Fosters creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Tailored for ages 3-7, perfect for early development.
