Books like Song of the River
Award winning
Willow Wildthing and the Dragon's Egg
Gill Lewis, Rebecca Bagley, 2020
126 pages
Why to read
Adventure-rich storyline ignites children’s imagination.
Characters display resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth.
Willow Wildthing and the Dragon's Egg
Gill Lewis, Rebecca Bagley, 2020
Award winning
Hattie's New House (Little Dolphin #1)
Lucy Daniels, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with exciting sea-life adventures.
Encourages empathy through Hattie's relatable experiences.
Supports early developmental reading skills.
Ideal for family reading time bonding.
Hattie's New House (Little Dolphin #1)
Lucy Daniels, 2004
Award winning
The Little Lamb (Pictureback(R))
Judy Dunn, Phoebe Dunn, 1977
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale enhances emotional development.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Simple language supports early literacy skills.
Encourages empathy and friendship values.
The Little Lamb (Pictureback(R))
Judy Dunn, Phoebe Dunn, 1977
Mistflower - The Loneliest Mouse
Krystina Kellingley, 2013
112 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure captivates and stimulates young minds.
Highlights themes of friendship and resilience.
Encourages empathy and emotional development.
Supports language skills and creative imagination.
Mistflower - The Loneliest Mouse
Krystina Kellingley, 2013
Award winning
The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Engaging journey in search of the ideal pumpkin.
Teaches perseverance and decision-making effectively.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate imagination.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
The Perfect Pumpkin
Despena Zouzas, Windha Nindya, 2023
The Adventures of Lily Leaf
Barbara Park, John Wotherspoon, 2011
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and adventure in young readers.
Builds empathy through relatable, dynamic characters.
Supports critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative that promotes shared reading experiences.
The Adventures of Lily Leaf
Barbara Park, John Wotherspoon, 2011
Award winning
Seeds for Sharing
Carissa Lovvorn, Joshua Wichterich, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Encourages generosity and community building values.
Stimulates young minds through colorful illustrations.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for reading aloud and shared experiences.
Seeds for Sharing
Carissa Lovvorn, Joshua Wichterich, 2021
One Little Tadpole
Molly Littleboy, 2024
14 pages
Why to read
Engages children with a captivating, adventurous journey.
Teaches valuable lessons on growth and transformation.
Supports understanding of nature's life cycles.
Interactive narrative ideal for family reading time.
