Books like The Burpee Bears
Award winning
Stickler Loves the World
Lane Smith, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of empathy and global awareness.
Encourages appreciation for diversity and cultural differences.
Stimulates curiosity about the world and different places.
Supports language development and geographical knowledge.

Stickler Loves the World
Lane Smith, 2023
Award winning
A Tale of Two Pandas
Adrienne Kennaway, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Explores themes of friendship and adventure.
Enhances empathy and cultural understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Tale of Two Pandas
Adrienne Kennaway, 2000
Award winning
A Visit to Puerto Rico (Visit To. . ., a
Leila Merrell Foster, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Explore Puerto Rico's vibrant culture and history.
Enhances geographical knowledge and cultural awareness.
Stimulating visuals aid in engagement and memory.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Visit to Puerto Rico (Visit To. . ., a
Leila Merrell Foster, 2000
Award winning
This Little Piggy
Christina King, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Engages toddlers with rhythmic, playful language.
Enhances fine motor skills through interactive fingerplay.
Strengthens memory and sequencing abilities.
Fosters early literacy and numeracy fundamentals.

This Little Piggy
Christina King, 2023
Award winning
Which Witch Is Which? (Big Bird's Favorites Board Books)
Michaela Muntean, Tom Brannon, 1996
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery-solving adventure with Big Bird.
Builds early literacy through playful rhymes.
Encourages identification of similarities and differences.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Which Witch Is Which? (Big Bird's Favorites Board Books)
Michaela Muntean, Tom Brannon, 1996
Just For You!: I Hate To Be Sick
Aamir Bermiss, Ken Wilson-Max, Aamir Lee Bermiss, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses common childhood fear of sickness empathetically.
Encourages resilience and understanding through engaging storytelling.
Illustrations resonate with young readers, enhancing connection.
Supports early development of empathy and emotional awareness.

Just For You!: I Hate To Be Sick
Aamir Bermiss, Ken Wilson-Max, Aamir Lee Bermiss, 2004
Award winning
I'm Not Going to Chase the Cat Today!
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and understanding through playful scenarios.
Boosts language skills with rhythmic, engaging dialogue.
Encourages responsibility and decision-making in young readers.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

I'm Not Going to Chase the Cat Today!
Jessica Harper, Lindsay Harper duPont, 2000
What's Cooking, Alex? (Alexandra The Great)
Yvonne Coppard, 2004
128 pages
Why to read
Encourages culinary curiosity and creativity in children.
Features engaging storytelling with vibrant illustrations.
Supports vocabulary development and sequencing skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child cooking activities.
