Books like The Twelve Days of Christmas: A Pinata for the Pinon Tree
Award winning
I Love Bugs!
Philemon Sturges, Shari Halpern, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging exploration of diverse, fascinating bugs.
Colorful illustrations enhance visual learning and engagement.
Encourages curiosity and appreciation of nature.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

I Love Bugs!
Philemon Sturges, Shari Halpern, 2006
Noah - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, Julia Seal, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging holiday adventure sparks imagination.
Introduces teamwork and secret-keeping concepts.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Ideal for festive family reading time.

Noah - Santa's Secret Elf
Katherine Sully, Julia Seal, 2017
Award winning
A Journey of Tastes: A new way for children to learn to read while travelling to different continents, experiencing different foods while learning the days of the week (Adventure Children’s Books)
Hasina Knox, 2021
38 pages
Why to read
Explores global cultures through exciting culinary adventures.
Teaches days of the week in engaging contexts.
Enhances literacy with repetitive, rhythmic language.
Supports cognitive development and global awareness.

A Journey of Tastes: A new way for children to learn to read while travelling to different continents, experiencing different foods while learning the days of the week (Adventure Children’s Books)
Hasina Knox, 2021
Award winning
All Gone!
Sterling Publishing, 2008
10 pages
Why to read
Engages toddlers in interactive guessing game sequence.
Builds vocabulary through repetition and rhythm.
Encourages object identification and memory enhancement.
Simple, engaging narrative perfect for young minds.

All Gone!
Sterling Publishing, 2008
Award winning
I Wonder…Did Jesus Have a Pet Lamb?
Janette Oke, Corbert Gauthier, 2004
24 pages
Why to read
Explores historical and biblical contexts creatively.
Encourages curiosity and questions about history.
Simplifies complex themes for young readers.
Supports spiritual growth and knowledge.

I Wonder…Did Jesus Have a Pet Lamb?
Janette Oke, Corbert Gauthier, 2004
Hubert and the Apple Tree (A Michael Neugebauer Book)
Bruno Hächler, Teora USA, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Explores themes of persistence and problem-solving.
Encourages outdoor exploration and appreciation of nature.
Supports language development and narrative skills.

Hubert and the Apple Tree (A Michael Neugebauer Book)
Bruno Hächler, Teora USA, 2008
Who's Getting Ready for Christmas?
A. J. Wood, Maggie Kneen, 2007
19 pages
Why to read
Festive tale ignites excitement for holiday traditions.
Illustrations spark creativity and visual engagement.
Encourages understanding of diverse Christmas preparations.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.

Who's Getting Ready for Christmas?
A. J. Wood, Maggie Kneen, 2007
The First Christmas Tree
Donna Branch, A. Michael Shumate, 2017
24 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic and meaning of Christmas.
Inspires creativity and fosters familial bonds.
Highlights traditions and stimulates cultural awareness.
Warm, vivid illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
