Books like The Giraffe Who Said Goodnight
Award winning
Hippo and Monkey (1) (The Adventures of Hippo and Monkey)
Joshua Yunger, 2012
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant, playful illustrations.
Strengthens friendship values and teamwork.
Encourages creativity through whimsical adventures.
Suitable for early readers, enhancing literacy skills.
Hippo and Monkey (1) (The Adventures of Hippo and Monkey)
Joshua Yunger, 2012
Award winning
Greedy Zebra
Mwenye Hadithi, Adrienne Kennaway, 1984
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases rich African folklore and vibrant cultural stories.
Boosts cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Engages young minds with animal characters and humor.
Enhances vocabulary through rhythmic, repetitive text.
Greedy Zebra
Mwenye Hadithi, Adrienne Kennaway, 1984
Award winning
If I Were A Kangaroo
Mylisa Larsen, Anna Raff, Mylisa Larsen and Anna Raff, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engages imagination with whimsical, dream-like scenarios.
Enhances understanding of animal behaviors and habitats.
Encourages bonding through delightful bedtime story themes.
Supports language development with rhythmic, playful text.
If I Were A Kangaroo
Mylisa Larsen, Anna Raff, Mylisa Larsen and Anna Raff, 2017
Pirates in Pyjamas
Caroline Crowe, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Fun, imaginative adventure with pirates and pyjamas.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in children.
Addresses teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Engaging read for shared family experiences.
Pirates in Pyjamas
Caroline Crowe, 2015
Award winning
Bear and Friends: Fox Wants a Pet (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
Jody Jensen Shaffer, Clair Rossiter, 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, Clair Rossiter, 2021
Award winning
Big Brown Bear/El gran oso pardo: Bilingual English-Spanish
David Mcphail, O'connor, F. Isabel Campoy, 1999
28 pages
Why to read
Bilingual English-Spanish text enhances language skills.
Illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports cognitive development through dual-language exposure.
Encourages cultural appreciation and diversity awareness.
Big Brown Bear/El gran oso pardo: Bilingual English-Spanish
David Mcphail, O'connor, F. Isabel Campoy, 1999
Baa Baa Black Belt
Gavin Aung Than, unknown author, 2025
24 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-confidence through martial arts theme.
Encourages perseverance and overcoming obstacles.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Baa Baa Black Belt
Gavin Aung Than, unknown author, 2025
Award winning
Julius Zebra: Rumble with the Romans
Gary Northfield, 2015
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating historical adventure with humor.
Encourages interest in ancient history and cultures.
Strengthens reading and comprehension skills.
Engages kids in lively storytelling.
