Books like The Gratitude Tree
Award winning
The Giving Back Tree
Tarky Lee, Kent Humphrey, 2023
42 pages
Why to read
Highlights importance of generosity and community spirit.
Engaging storyline with meaningful life lessons.
Boosts emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Illustrations and text foster creativity and imagination.

The Giving Back Tree
Tarky Lee, Kent Humphrey, 2023
Award winning
What's Up, Pup?
Kersten Hamilton, Lili Chin, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters emotional intelligence in young readers.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages empathy through character interactions and challenges.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during storytime.

What's Up, Pup?
Kersten Hamilton, Lili Chin, 2022
Award winning
Natures
Karen Hosack, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores wonders of nature through enchanting narratives.
Encourages environmental awareness and curiosity in young minds.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging content.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Natures
Karen Hosack, 2004
The Unfriendly Book
Charlotte Zolotow, William Pène du Bois, 1975
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and understanding differences.
Illustrations captivate and enhance the narrative.
Encourages empathy and social skills development.
Suitable for early readers, ages 4-7.

The Unfriendly Book
Charlotte Zolotow, William Pène du Bois, 1975
Award winning
Away in a Manger
Carl Mueller, Martin Luther, Andy Holmes, Terry Julien, E.N. Anderson, 1992
24 pages
Why to read
Classic tale, beautifully retold by Carl Mueller.
Instills values of kindness and generosity.
Stunning illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Perfect for shared reading during the holiday season.

Away in a Manger
Carl Mueller, Martin Luther, Andy Holmes, Terry Julien, E.N. Anderson, 1992
Award winning
Seeds for Sharing
Carissa Lovvorn, Joshua Wichterich, 2021
30 pages
Why to read
Encourages generosity and community building values.
Stimulates young minds through colorful illustrations.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Ideal for reading aloud and shared experiences.

Seeds for Sharing
Carissa Lovvorn, Joshua Wichterich, 2021
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
The Adventures of Toad Arthur Making Friends
Danny Barwald, 2023
27 pages
Why to read
Fosters social skills through Toad Arthur's friendship adventures.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in young readers.
Encourages exploration of the natural world.
Supports early literacy and language development.
