Books like T-Rex Is Missing!: A Barkers Book (The Barker Twins)
Award winning
The Barker Twins: Morgie's Surprise
Tomie DePaola, Emilie Kong, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Expresses themes of teamwork and surprise.
Enhances emotional development and empathy.
Encourages imaginative play through storytelling.
Stimulates young readers' curiosity and engagement.
The Barker Twins: Morgie's Surprise
Tomie DePaola, Emilie Kong, 2004
Award winning
Tomie's Three Bears and Other Tales
Tomie DePaola, 2004
36 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging and diverse stories.
Enhances understanding of emotions and social interactions.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading moments.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, clear text.
Tomie's Three Bears and Other Tales
Tomie DePaola, 2004
Award winning
Strega Nona
Tomie DePaola, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Captivating folklore tale with magical elements.
Teaches consequences of actions and responsibility.
Emphasizes importance of listening and learning.
Fosters a love for cultural stories and traditions.
Strega Nona
Tomie DePaola, 2015
Award winning
The Mysterious Giant of Barletta
Tomie DePaola, 1984
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale that sparks imagination and curiosity.
Introduces cultural heritage and historical significance.
Enhances problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Supports development of empathy and bravery.
The Mysterious Giant of Barletta
Tomie DePaola, 1984
Award winning
Here We All Are
Tomie DePaola, 2000
96 pages
Why to read
Charming narrative, delightfully engaging for young readers.
Illustrations enhance the storytelling, visually captivating.
Encourages family values and interpersonal relationships.
Supports language development and self-expression skills.
Here We All Are
Tomie DePaola, 2000
Award winning
Charlie Needs A Cloak
Tomie DePaola, 1973
28 pages
Why to read
Showcases the importance of perseverance and self-reliance.
Teaches children about the clothing-making process.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Charlie Needs A Cloak
Tomie DePaola, 1973
Award winning
Tomie's Little Book of Poems
Tomie DePaola, 2004
34 pages
Why to read
Nurtures language development through playful, rhythmic poetry.
Stimulates creativity and emotional expression in young children.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, engaging verses.
Encourages bonding through shared reading and discussion.
Tomie's Little Book of Poems
Tomie DePaola, 2004
Award winning
The Cloud Book
Tomie DePaola, 1975
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates different types of clouds vividly.
Enriches understanding of weather processes.
Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.
