Books like The Great Book of Monster Legends: Stories and Myths from Around the World (Happy Fox Books) A Kids' Monsters Book Filled with Adventure, Mystery, Travel, and Fun Facts about Bigfoot, Nessie, and More
Award winning
Me'ma and the Great Mountain
Lorin Morgan-Richards, Allison Outschoorn, Jessica Rose Felix, A Raven Above Press, 2012
172 pages
Why to read
Explores indigenous culture and environmental themes.
Encourages resilience and bravery through storytelling.
Supports understanding of diversity and inclusion.
Engaging adventure fostering family discussions.

Me'ma and the Great Mountain
Lorin Morgan-Richards, Allison Outschoorn, Jessica Rose Felix, A Raven Above Press, 2012
Award winning
Monster Stories
Parragon, 2001
256 pages
Why to read
Exciting tales spark imagination and curiosity.
Characters demonstrate resilience and problem-solving skills.
Enhances language development and emotional intelligence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Monster Stories
Parragon, 2001
Mochi and the Moon
Mario S. Banko, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates curiosity and adventure in young minds.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills through engaging narrative.
Supports emotional development with relatable conflicts, resolutions.
Encourages family bonding via shared reading moments.

Mochi and the Moon
Mario S. Banko, 2023
Award winning
Lapin Plays Possum: Trickster Tales from the Louisiana Bayou
Sharon Arms Doucet, Scott Cook, 2002
64 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling celebrates Cajun folklore and culture.
Introduces trickster themes, fostering creativity and wit.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Interactive narrative boosts children's cognitive development.

Lapin Plays Possum: Trickster Tales from the Louisiana Bayou
Sharon Arms Doucet, Scott Cook, 2002
Award winning
Sprinkles The Magnificent: The SleepyTime Adventure
Dr. Jonathan Senn, Jonathan Senn, 2023
31 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative sparks imagination and creativity.
Characters teach resilience and courage.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Supports emotional and social development.

Sprinkles The Magnificent: The SleepyTime Adventure
Dr. Jonathan Senn, Jonathan Senn, 2023
Award winning
Spirits, Fairies, and Merpeople: Native Stories of Other Worlds
C.J. Taylor, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Explores rich Native American folklore and traditions.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Stimulates imagination with mystical beings and worlds.
Supports moral development through storytelling.

Spirits, Fairies, and Merpeople: Native Stories of Other Worlds
C.J. Taylor, 2009
Award winning
Witcheficent’s Bat Stew
Dan G., Eileen Faxas, Eileen The Storyteller, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Delightfully whimsical adventure with playful language.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking in children.
Introduces basic cooking concepts through fun storytelling.
Boosts vocabulary with engaging, descriptive words.

Witcheficent’s Bat Stew
Dan G., Eileen Faxas, Eileen The Storyteller, 2023
Award winning
Hop!
Phyllis Root, Holly Meade, 2005
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging, lively narrative stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters' experiences teach resilience and perseverance.
Encourages interactive reading sessions between parents and children.
Supports language development and cognitive skills.
