Books like This Little Kitty in the Garden
Award winning
Invader from Mars: The Truth About Babies
Peggy Robbins Janousky, Karen Obuhanych, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Introduces early concepts of family and relationships.
Simple language supports cognitive and language development.
Fosters empathy and understanding of a new sibling.
Colorful illustrations keep young readers engaged.

Invader from Mars: The Truth About Babies
Peggy Robbins Janousky, Karen Obuhanych, 2023
Award winning
Annie's Cat Is Sad
Heather Smith, Karen Obuhanych, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and empathy development.
Encourages understanding of pet emotions and care.
Supports vocabulary expansion and emotional language skills.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Annie's Cat Is Sad
Heather Smith, Karen Obuhanych, 2022
Award winning
Animal Undie Ball
Ruth Paul, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhythmic text boosts phonemic awareness.
Celebrates creativity and self-expression through play.
Enhances vocabulary with delightful animal-themed words.
Encourages early social skills and cooperation.

Animal Undie Ball
Ruth Paul, 2004
Award winning
Saurus Street 1: Tyrannosaurus in the Veggie Patch
Nick Falk, Tony Flowers, 2013
87 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure with dinosaurs in a modern setting.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Supports development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

Saurus Street 1: Tyrannosaurus in the Veggie Patch
Nick Falk, Tony Flowers, 2013
Award winning
Hello H2O
John Agard, Satoshi Kitamura, 2003
96 pages
Why to read
Explores the wonders of water through playful rhymes.
Encourages scientific curiosity and environmental awareness.
Supports language development with engaging verse.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.

Hello H2O
John Agard, Satoshi Kitamura, 2003
I'm Going to Read® (Level 3): Joselina Piggy Goes Out (I'm Going to Read® Series)
Nancy Markham Alberts, R.W. Alley, Nancy Alberts, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with fun, adventurous storyline.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension skills.
Encourages curiosity and independent problem-solving.
Ideal for advancing early readers’ confidence.

I'm Going to Read® (Level 3): Joselina Piggy Goes Out (I'm Going to Read® Series)
Nancy Markham Alberts, R.W. Alley, Nancy Alberts, 2007
The traveling Caterpillar An Bolb Taistil (English Irish Bilingual Book for Children)
Rayne Coshav, Kidkiddos Books, Patrisia Marian, 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Enhances bilingual skills in English and Irish.
Promotes cultural awareness and diversity.
Supports cognitive development through language learning.
Engaging story fosters a love for reading.

The traveling Caterpillar An Bolb Taistil (English Irish Bilingual Book for Children)
Rayne Coshav, Kidkiddos Books, Patrisia Marian, 2023
Award winning
Edgar the Worm
Victoria Heppler, 2016
24 pages
Why to read
Edgar’s adventures boost curiosity and problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative fosters early literacy and empathy.
Illustrations enhance understanding and visual learning.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening parent-child bonds.
