Books like The Yellow Tutu
1st Grade Reading Success Boxed Set: Best Friends, Duck & Cat's Rainy Day, Big Shark, Little Shark, Drop It, Rocket! The Amazing Planet Earth (Step into Reading)
Margery Cuyler, Carin Bramsen, Anna Membrino, Tad Hills, 2020
160 pages
Why to read
Boosts reading confidence with simple, repetitive text.
Introduces foundational science and nature concepts.
Engages with vibrant, captivating illustrations.
Supports vocabulary development and comprehension skills.

1st Grade Reading Success Boxed Set: Best Friends, Duck & Cat's Rainy Day, Big Shark, Little Shark, Drop It, Rocket! The Amazing Planet Earth (Step into Reading)
Margery Cuyler, Carin Bramsen, Anna Membrino, Tad Hills, 2020
Award winning
Hey, Duck! (Duck and Cat Tale)
Carin Bramsen, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young minds.
Story emphasizes friendship and acceptance.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.

Hey, Duck! (Duck and Cat Tale)
Carin Bramsen, 2013
Award winning
City I Love
Lee Bennett Hopkins, Marcellus Hall, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Showcases vibrancy and diversity of urban life.
Encourages understanding and appreciation of different cultures.
Stimulates exploration and curiosity about cities.
Supports language development and comprehension skills.

City I Love
Lee Bennett Hopkins, Marcellus Hall, 2009
Award winning
The Okay Book
Todd Parr, 1999
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-acceptance and emotional awareness.
Vibrant, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Simple, powerful messages resonate with preschoolers.
Supports early developmental milestones in understanding emotions.

The Okay Book
Todd Parr, 1999
Award winning
Love Your Amazing Self: Joyful Verses for Young Voices (-)
Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Ndubisi Okoye, 2022
72 pages
Why to read
Fosters self-love and positive self-image in young readers.
Engaging, rhythmic verses enhance linguistic skills.
Encourages expression through joyful, creative poems.
Builds confidence and emotional resilience in children.

Love Your Amazing Self: Joyful Verses for Young Voices (-)
Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Ndubisi Okoye, 2022
Award winning
Museum Trip
Barbara Lehman, 2006
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires curiosity and exploration through vivid illustrations.
Encourages independence and self-guided learning in children.
Engages young minds with a captivating maze adventure.
Fosters visual storytelling skills without the use of words.

Museum Trip
Barbara Lehman, 2006
Award winning
Lazy Little Loafers
Susan Orlean, G. Brian Karas, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative that captures children's attention.
Encourages appreciation for work and responsibility.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Fun, light-hearted read with meaningful messages.

Lazy Little Loafers
Susan Orlean, G. Brian Karas, 2008
Award winning
My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood
Tameka Fryer Brown, Shane Evans, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of emotions through color and metaphor.
Encourages emotional intelligence and self-expression in children.
Supports development of language skills and creativity.
Ideal read-aloud for engaging family reading time.
