Books like The Usborne Animated Children's Encyclopedia
Award winning
Hip, Hip . . . Beret!
Melanie Ellsworth, Morena Forza, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations spark creativity and visual engagement.
Encourages artistic expression and cultural appreciation.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Hip, Hip . . . Beret!
Melanie Ellsworth, Morena Forza, 2021
Award winning
The Planets for Kids: The English Reading Tree
Keith Goodman, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Visual journey through the solar system.
Enhances vocabulary with planetary facts.
Encourages curiosity about space and science.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading.

The Planets for Kids: The English Reading Tree
Keith Goodman, 2017
Cosmic Creatures: The Helpful Hootpuff
Tom Huddleston, 2022
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in the wonders of space exploration.
Introduces teamwork and cooperation concepts.
Develops empathy through diverse, relatable characters.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, immersive language.

Cosmic Creatures: The Helpful Hootpuff
Tom Huddleston, 2022
Award winning
Spectacular Spots
Susan Stockdale, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrantly illustrated exploration of patterns in nature.
Enhances observation skills and appreciation for biodiversity.
Simple, rhythmic text suitable for early readers.
Encourages curiosity about science and the natural world.

Spectacular Spots
Susan Stockdale, 2015
Award winning
What Color Are You? (An Ebony Jr.! Book)
Darwin Walton, Hal Franklin, 1974
63 pages
Why to read
Explores colors through engaging and interactive questions.
Fosters early color recognition and vocabulary development.
Encourages curiosity and observational skills in young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

What Color Are You? (An Ebony Jr.! Book)
Darwin Walton, Hal Franklin, 1974
Award winning
Baby EyeLike: Purple
Play Bac, PlayBac, 2009
16 pages
Why to read
Boosts color recognition through vibrant purple-themed images.
Stimulates visual learning and curiosity in infants.
Encourages interaction and bonding during reading time.
Durable and engaging board book format.

Baby EyeLike: Purple
Play Bac, PlayBac, 2009
There Is a Leaf on Our Tree!
Rebekah L Choltus, 2016
48 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Story emphasizes teamwork and collective problem-solving.
Introduces early scientific concepts to young minds.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in nature.

There Is a Leaf on Our Tree!
Rebekah L Choltus, 2016
Little Hands
Marion Ham, 1986
64 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and self-expression in young readers.
Enhances fine motor skills through interactive storytelling.
Supports early literacy development with engaging narratives.
Encourages parent-child bonding over shared book experiences.
