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Award winning
Louise the Big Cheese: Divine Diva
Elise Primavera, 2009
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers self-esteem and resilience in young readers.
Encourages ambition and pursuing dreams passionately.
Highlights importance of friendship and support.
Reinforces positive relationship building and empathy.

Louise the Big Cheese: Divine Diva
Elise Primavera, 2009
Award winning
Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and mischievous adventures.
Encourages creative solutions to quirky problems.
Illustrates consequences of actions in a fun way.
Enhances vocabulary through lively and descriptive language.

Horrid Henry's Stinkbomb
Francesca Simon, 2022
Award winning
Goldie's Guide to Grandchilding
Clint Mcelroy, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Strengthens bonds between grandparents and grandchildren.
Encourages communication and storytelling skills.
Highlights the joys of family and togetherness.
Supports emotional and social development.

Goldie's Guide to Grandchilding
Clint Mcelroy, 2022
Real Pigeons Splash Back
Andrew McDonald, 2022
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery that sparks curiosity and imagination.
Characters teach teamwork, perseverance, and resourcefulness.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving themes.
Captivating illustrations complement the engaging narrative.

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Real Pigeons Splash Back
Andrew McDonald, 2022
Award winning
Frank and Bert
Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights friendship dynamics and emotional growth.
Stimulates empathy and understanding through relatable storytelling.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Supports language development with engaging dialogue.

Frank and Bert
Chris Naylor-Ballesteros, 2022
Award winning
Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging wordplay enhances language skills.
Explores spatial concepts: over, under, around, through.
Supports cognitive development with puzzle-like scenarios.
Colorful illustrations captivate and stimulate young minds.

Over, Bear! Under, Where?
Julie Hedlund, 2021
Award winning
The Very Merry Poop Christmas
Samantha Berger, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Hilarious, festive story that captivates young readers.
Enhances vocabulary with playful, age-appropriate language.
Encourages creativity through whimsical, engaging narratives.
Fosters joy of reading with relatable, humorous content.

The Very Merry Poop Christmas
Samantha Berger, 2022
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.
