Books like The Velveteen Rabbit Hardcover: The Classic Edition by The New York Times Bestselling Illustrator, Charles Santore (Charles Santore Children's Classics)
Award winning
The Velveteen Rabbit: or, How Toys Become Real (First Avenue Classics ™)
Margery Williams Bianco, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of love and reality vividly.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
Classic tale with timeless, captivating charm.
Ideal for shared reading with family.

The Velveteen Rabbit: or, How Toys Become Real (First Avenue Classics ™)
Margery Williams Bianco, 2014
Award winning
Illustrated Classics for Children: The Velveteen Rabbit, the Wind in the Willows
Various, Margery Williams Bianco, Johanna Spyri, 2014
1000 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales fostering emotional growth and resilience.
Enhances empathy through vivid, relatable animal characters.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive text.
Encourages imaginative play and deeper family connections.

Illustrated Classics for Children: The Velveteen Rabbit, the Wind in the Willows
Various, Margery Williams Bianco, Johanna Spyri, 2014
Award winning
Tales from a Finnish Tupa
Margery Williams Bianco, James Cloyd Bowman, 1936
280 pages
Why to read
Rich Finnish folklore, captivating young readers.
Enhances cultural awareness and global perspective.
Stimulates imagination through mythical tales.
Promotes values of bravery and wisdom.

Tales from a Finnish Tupa
Margery Williams Bianco, James Cloyd Bowman, 1936
The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
510 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity, expands imagination.
Strengthens reading skills, boosts cognitive development.
Encourages resilience, problem-solving abilities.
Timeless tale, resonates across generations.

The Neverending Story: 45th Anniversary Edition
Michael Ende, 2024
Award winning
The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
112 pages
Why to read
Classic tale sparks imagination and adventure.
Encourages bravery, friendship, and self-discovery.
Rich, vivid descriptions enhance visual thinking.
Ideal for family reading and discussion.

The Wizard of Oz (100 Copy Collector's Edition)
L. Frank Baum, 2023
Award winning
The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
258 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with whimsical, fantastical adventures.
Enhances critical thinking through puzzling scenarios, riddles.
Iconic illustrations by John Tenniel enrich storytelling.
Encourages exploration of identity and self-perception.

The Alice in Wonderland Omnibus Including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass (with the Original John Tenniel Illustrations)
Lewis Carroll, 2021
Award winning
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming narrative teaches kindness and friendship values.
Artistic illustrations enhance visual and emotional engagement.
Simple yet profound dialogues support language development.
Encourages empathy and reflection in young readers.

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Charlie Mackesy, 2019
The BFG (Unabridged edition)
Roald Dahl, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with giant adventures.
Encourages empathy through unique character connections.
Enhances vocabulary with whimsical language.
Supports problem-solving skills, critical thinking.
