Books like The Bad Mrs. Ginger Illustrated by Honor Appleton
Award winning
1 2 3 Yippie
Lisa Jahn-Clough, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engages toddlers in fun, interactive counting activities.
Bright, colorful illustrations capture young readers' attention.
Supports early numeracy and cognitive development.
Encourages joyful learning through playful storytelling.

1 2 3 Yippie
Lisa Jahn-Clough, 1998
Award winning
The Buffalo in the Mall
Molly Levite Griffis, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative with a unique, humorous twist.
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking in children.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading sessions, enhancing family bonds.

The Buffalo in the Mall
Molly Levite Griffis, 1996
Fame Mouse
Joshua George, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale of courage, friendship, and self-discovery.
Engaging storyline promotes creativity and imaginative play.
Introduces values like perseverance and teamwork.
Suitable for early readers, enhancing language skills.

Fame Mouse
Joshua George, 2016
Award winning
The Christmas Tree
Inez Fleming, 2021
26 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic and spirit of Christmas beautifully.
Encourages empathy through vivid character emotions.
Stimulates imagination with engaging, festive illustrations.
Ideal for shared reading during holiday season.

The Christmas Tree
Inez Fleming, 2021
Award winning
Animal Undie Ball
Ruth Paul, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhythmic text boosts phonemic awareness.
Celebrates creativity and self-expression through play.
Enhances vocabulary with delightful animal-themed words.
Encourages early social skills and cooperation.

Animal Undie Ball
Ruth Paul, 2004
Award winning
My Pig Paulina
Hans Limmer, David Crossley, Elke Wakefield, 1970
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages creativity and emotional development.
Showcases values of friendship and teamwork.
Enhances vocabulary through playful language.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Pig Paulina
Hans Limmer, David Crossley, Elke Wakefield, 1970
Award winning
How the Birds Became Friends
Noa Baum, Zev Labinger, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters values of friendship and cooperation.
Stimulates imagination through colorful bird characters.
Encourages understanding and acceptance of diversity.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

How the Birds Became Friends
Noa Baum, Zev Labinger, 2021
Award winning
Five-Minute Bedtime Stories
Sam Taplin, Ag Jatkowska, 2023
104 pages
Why to read
Engaging stories ideal for nightly reading routines.
Fosters imagination and emotional development.
Encourages bonding through shared story time.
Cultivates early literacy and listening skills.
