Books like The Happiest Tree: A Story of Growing Up
Award winning
Sometimes You Fly
Applegate Katherine, Jennifer Black Reinhardt, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates milestones and personal growth.
Encourages resilience and perseverance in children.
Inspires optimism and positive outlook on life.
Warm, affirming illustrations enhance engagement.
Sometimes You Fly
Applegate Katherine, Jennifer Black Reinhardt, 2018
Award winning
Sid's Surprise (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Candace Carter, A Arter, Joung Un Kim, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Engages early readers with simple, repetitive text. - Boosts confidence in reading skills. - Encourages curiosity and exploration. - Colorful illustrations enhance comprehension.
Sid's Surprise (Green Light Readers Level 1)
Candace Carter, A Arter, Joung Un Kim, 1999
Award winning
Mandy's Problem
Eric Schmidl, 2021
18 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages creative thinking and resourcefulness.
Characters model positive friendships and teamwork.
Enhances language skills and vocabulary through engaging narrative.
Supports emotional and social development in young readers.
Mandy's Problem
Eric Schmidl, 2021
Running Into Darkness (Passages to Adventure)
Anne E. Schraff, 2001
107 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure stimulates kids’ imagination and curiosity.
Characters show resilience and teamwork in adversity.
Enhances critical thinking through plot-driven challenges.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Running Into Darkness (Passages to Adventure)
Anne E. Schraff, 2001
Award winning
Dick and Jane: Go and See
William S. Gray, Larry Ruppert, 2004
14 pages
Why to read
Simple, repetitive text aids early reading development.
Engages young readers with familiar everyday adventures.
Stimulates language skills through clear, concise storytelling.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading sessions.
Dick and Jane: Go and See
William S. Gray, Larry Ruppert, 2004
Four Corners: Staying Healthy
Selina Wood, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages healthy habits through engaging stories.
Features relatable, proactive characters.
Emphasizes importance of physical and mental health.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Four Corners: Staying Healthy
Selina Wood, 2004
Trapped at TRIUMF
Sandra Price-Hosie, 2022
78 pages
Why to read
Mystery and adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration.
Strengthens problem-solving skills and teamwork.
Ideal for engaging young minds in learning.
Trapped at TRIUMF
Sandra Price-Hosie, 2022
Award winning
The Wild Boy
A.A. Williams, Mariia Andrieieva, 2020
74 pages
Why to read
Explores wildness and freedom through vivid storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse lifestyles.
Stimulates imagination and adventurous spirit in young readers.
Supports language development and emotional growth.
