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Award winning
Pip and Squeak Visit the Stars
Luciana Piro, Tony Piro, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Explores space adventure, sparking curiosity and imagination.
Characters model teamwork, friendship, and perseverance.
Enhances knowledge about astronomy through a fun narrative.
Encourages shared reading, enriching family bonding time.

Pip and Squeak Visit the Stars
Luciana Piro, Tony Piro, 2023
Award winning
Milo's Safari Adventure
John Kimberly Peralta, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with thrilling wildlife adventures.
Milo's character teaches resilience and curiosity.
Enhances vocabulary through rich descriptive language.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Milo's Safari Adventure
John Kimberly Peralta, 2023
Award winning
See You Later Croc-A-Gator
Imogen Shelton, Alina Kralia, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative stimulates children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters teach resilience and adaptability through fun adventures.
Enhances language skills and comprehension in young readers.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading time.

See You Later Croc-A-Gator
Imogen Shelton, Alina Kralia, 2023
Award winning
Little Night Owl
Crissy Dwyer, Toby Mikle, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Explores nocturnal animals through captivating storytelling.
Encourages curiosity about nature and wildlife.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.
Ideal for bedtime reading; enhances parent-child bonding.

Little Night Owl
Crissy Dwyer, Toby Mikle, 2023
Award winning
Wild-Yonder Tales of Misfit Friends on The Copper Penny Farm: Tale of Jewel-Ip
Mollie B. Smith-Steffey, 2023
47 pages
Why to read
Adventure and friendship themes enhance social skills.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Wild-Yonder Tales of Misfit Friends on The Copper Penny Farm: Tale of Jewel-Ip
Mollie B. Smith-Steffey, 2023
Award winning
You're Invited!
Meredith Staggers, Dinosaur House, Ashlee Spink, 2023
44 pages
Why to read
Engaging party-themed adventure captivates young minds.
Characters demonstrate problem-solving and teamwork.
Encourages social skills and empathy through interaction.
Colorful illustrations enhance reading enjoyment and retention.

You're Invited!
Meredith Staggers, Dinosaur House, Ashlee Spink, 2023
Award winning
Charlie’s Big Day Out
Ryan Miller, Cyan M Miller, 2023
29 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks curiosity and imagination.
Themes of friendship and bravery enhance emotional skills.
Encourages exploration and personal growth.
Perfect for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Charlie’s Big Day Out
Ryan Miller, Cyan M Miller, 2023
Award winning
Lena and Luco: A Tail of Friendship
Michelle Blackwood, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the power of friendship and collaboration.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Vibrantly illustrated, capturing children's attention and imagination.
Supports early literacy skills and vocabulary development.
