Books like The Skipping Stone
Award winning
Why Blue?
Josh Tuininga, JoshTuiniga, 2013
42 pages
Why to read
Explores color theory through vibrant, engaging illustrations.
Encourages curiosity and questioning in young readers.
Supports early cognitive and emotional development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Why Blue?
Josh Tuininga, JoshTuiniga, 2013
Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 7-8: Glow-worms: Mixed Pack (6 Books, 1 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2005
16 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary through engaging diverse stories.
Fosters independent reading skills in young readers.
Supports comprehension with incremental difficulty levels.
Encourages a lifelong love for reading.

Oxford Reading Tree: Stages 7-8: Glow-worms: Mixed Pack (6 Books, 1 of Each Title)
John Foster, 2005
Cool Christmas Stories (Super Shorts) (Super Shorts)
Unknown, 2007
128 pages
Why to read
Festive tales that captivate and entertain young minds.
Characters embody values like kindness, generosity, and courage.
Enhances literacy with engaging, easy-to-follow narratives.
Supports cognitive growth through imaginative story elements.

Cool Christmas Stories (Super Shorts) (Super Shorts)
Unknown, 2007
Award winning
I Love You More, Babysaur
Rose Rossner, Junissa Bianda, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional development through loving expressions.
Engages young minds with colorful dinosaur characters.
Strengthens bonding during shared reading sessions.
Encourages language skills with rhythmic text.

I Love You More, Babysaur
Rose Rossner, Junissa Bianda, 2021
Munch, Crunch
Bill Bolton, 2003
12 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate sensory development.
Simple, rhythmic texts enhance language acquisition skills.
Interactive plot encourages prediction and analysis.
Encourages healthy eating habits through fun storytelling.

Munch, Crunch
Bill Bolton, 2003
Award winning
Your Special Name
Amanda McDonald Sheff, Vidya Vasudevan, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates uniqueness through personalized storytelling.
Boosts self-esteem and pride in one's own name.
Encourages family bonding over personalized reading sessions.
Supports language development and early literacy skills.

Your Special Name
Amanda McDonald Sheff, Vidya Vasudevan, 2020
Award winning
Busy Day
Sally Grindley, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, interactive story keeps young readers captivated.
Relatable characters enhance connection and empathy.
Fosters problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Encourages active participation and imagination.

Busy Day
Sally Grindley, 2011
Award winning
Kef Book! Hashem’s Wonderworld
Chana Voola, 2021
149 pages
Why to read
Explores the marvels of nature through a child's eyes.
Encourages curiosity and appreciation for the environment.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging storytelling.
Supports early learning about the natural world.
