Books like The First Day of School (Puppy and Bear)
Award winning
The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
38 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story sparks children's imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork, great for young minds.
Enhances vocabulary and cognitive skills through engaging narrative.
Addresses handling emotions and conflict resolution positively.
The Monkey Who Saved the Zoo: Chaos of the Grumpy Pirate Penguin
Adisan Books, 2022
Award winning
Bear and the Kindness Jar
Ka Almeida, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages kindness through fun, engaging narrative.
Builds empathy and emotional awareness in young readers.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.
Bear and the Kindness Jar
Ka Almeida, 2023
Award winning
Nell and the Cave Bear
Martin Brown, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale sparks imagination and curiosity.
Encourages empathy by exploring Nell's relatable challenges.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving narrative.
Engages young readers with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Nell and the Cave Bear
Martin Brown, 2021
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging wordplay enhances language skills.
Explores spatial concepts: over, under, around, through.
Supports cognitive development with puzzle-like scenarios.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.
Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
Award winning
Bear and Friends: Fox Wants a Pet (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
Jody Jensen Shaffer, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages early reading skills.
Teaches empathy and friendship through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving with fun puzzles.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.
Bear and Friends: Fox Wants a Pet (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
Jody Jensen Shaffer, 2021
Award winning
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.
The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.
