Books like The Stink Before Christmas
Award winning
Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach
Kimberly Dean, Dean James, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging beach adventure with Pete the Cat.
Encourages bravery and trying new activities.
Supports early reading skills with simple text.
Illustrations stimulate visual interest and imagination.

Pete the Cat: Pete at the Beach
Kimberly Dean, Dean James, 2013
Award winning
Pete the Cat 12-Book Phonics Fun!: Includes 12 Mini-Books Featuring Short and Long Vowel Sounds (My First I Can Read)
Kimberly Dean, Dean James, 2017
144 pages
Why to read
Enhances phonics skills through engaging stories.
Focused on short and long vowel sounds.
Encourages early reading confidence.
Includes 12 delightful, easy-to-read mini-books.

Pete the Cat 12-Book Phonics Fun!: Includes 12 Mini-Books Featuring Short and Long Vowel Sounds (My First I Can Read)
Kimberly Dean, Dean James, 2017
Award winning
The Christmas Magic
Lauren Thompson, Jon J. Muth, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Captures the essence of holiday spirit and excitement.
Encourages empathy and sharing through heartwarming storyline.
Beautiful illustrations complement the magical Christmas theme.
Ideal for family reading during the holiday season.

The Christmas Magic
Lauren Thompson, Jon J. Muth, 2009
Award winning
Uncle Wiggily and Old Mother Hubbard: Adventures of the Rabbit Gentleman with the Mother
Howard Roger Garis, Howard R. Garis, Beauvale Publishing, 2024
118 pages
Why to read
Combines whimsy with age-old, beloved nursery characters.
Boosts language and literacy development through engaging tales.
Fosters empathy and emotional intelligence in early readers.
Encourages creativity through fantastical story elements.

Uncle Wiggily and Old Mother Hubbard: Adventures of the Rabbit Gentleman with the Mother
Howard Roger Garis, Howard R. Garis, Beauvale Publishing, 2024
Award winning
Mouse, Mole and the Falling Star
A. H. Benjamin, John Bendall-Brunello, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of friendship and adventure.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Mouse, Mole and the Falling Star
A. H. Benjamin, John Bendall-Brunello, 2009
Award winning
Too Many Pumpkins
Linda White, Megan Lloyd, Larry Robinson, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and resourcefulness through storytelling. - Enhances understanding of community and sharing. - Encourages practical problem-solving skills in fun scenarios. - Vibrantly illustrated, captivating young readers' attention.

Too Many Pumpkins
Linda White, Megan Lloyd, Larry Robinson, 1997
Award winning
Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Chris Van Allsburg, Liam Neeson, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure to the North Pole.
Inspires belief in magic and wonder.
Encourages family reading and bonding.
Beautiful illustrations enhance visual perception.

Polar Express 30th Anniversary Edition: A Christmas Holiday Book for Kids
Chris Van Allsburg, Liam Neeson, 2000
Award winning
Twas the Night Before Christmas
Clement Clarke Moore, Clement C. Moore, Douglas W. Gorsline, 1975
32 pages
Why to read
Classic, cherished Christmas tale sparks holiday spirit.
Enhances vocabulary with rhythmic, poetic language.
Supports literacy development through engaging storytelling.
Encourages family bonding during festive read-alouds.
