Books like The Ever-Living Tree: The Life and Times of a Coast Redwood
Award winning
Salim Mamoo and Me (Tulika Books Fiction)
Zal Whitaker, Prabha Mallya, 2017
28 pages
Why to read
Captures vibrant cultural experiences and relationships.
Stimulates emotional and social understanding.
Enhances language skills through engaging storytelling.
Fosters familial bonds and shared learning moments.
Salim Mamoo and Me (Tulika Books Fiction)
Zal Whitaker, Prabha Mallya, 2017
Award winning
The Thankful Pumpkin: A Thanksgiving Picture Book About Gratitude
Julia Zheng, (Troika) Maria Novoseltseva, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Celebrates gratitude and thanksgiving vividly.
Engages young readers with colorful pumpkin characters.
Encourages reflection on being thankful daily.
Ideal for shared reading during Thanksgiving season.
The Thankful Pumpkin: A Thanksgiving Picture Book About Gratitude
Julia Zheng, (Troika) Maria Novoseltseva, 2023
Award winning
Evergreen
Matthew Cordell, Helen Day, Dreamscape Media, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vibrant, enchanting illustrations. - Encourages environmental awareness and respect. - Supports language development and vocabulary expansion. - Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.
Evergreen
Matthew Cordell, Helen Day, Dreamscape Media, 2023
Award winning
Henry and Boo (Child's Play Library)
Megan Brewis, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and friendship.
Highlights importance of accepting and helping others.
Encourages empathy and kindness in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the captivating narrative.
Henry and Boo (Child's Play Library)
Megan Brewis, 2017
Award winning
Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten
Joseph Slate, Ashley Wolff, 1996
40 pages
Why to read
Eases kindergarten transition with an engaging, relatable story.
Introduces routine and preparedness through fun animal characters.
Encourages excitement for school and learning environments.
Supports language development and social skills.
Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten
Joseph Slate, Ashley Wolff, 1996
Award winning
BRAVE: A children’s book about overcoming nighttime fears, worries, or anxieties
Kathleen Davis, Rekha Salin, 2020
24 pages
Why to read
Addresses common childhood fears with sensitivity.
Encourages resilience and bravery in young readers.
Supports emotional growth through relatable storytelling.
Engaging narrative fosters shared reading experiences.
BRAVE: A children’s book about overcoming nighttime fears, worries, or anxieties
Kathleen Davis, Rekha Salin, 2020
Award winning
Just For You!: Singing For Dr. King
Angela Shelf Medearis, Ying-Hwa Hu, Angela Meadearis, C. Van Wrigh, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates historical impact through musical storytelling.
Inspires courage and equality in young minds.
Emphasizes unity and hope in adversity.
Engages children in pivotal civil rights moments.
Just For You!: Singing For Dr. King
Angela Shelf Medearis, Ying-Hwa Hu, Angela Meadearis, C. Van Wrigh, 2004
Award winning
Be Bigger: Talking with Trees Series
Colleen Doyle Bryant, Manuela Soriani, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters empathy and resilience in young readers.
Encourages kindness through relatable nature-themed stories.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
