Books like Toys Go Out
Award winning
What Happens on Wednesdays
Emily Jenkins, Lauren Castillo, 2007
40 pages
Why to read
Showcases daily routines with charm and whimsy.
Encourages understanding of weekday activities.
Supports language development through repetitive structure.
Fosters family bonding over shared reading moments.

What Happens on Wednesdays
Emily Jenkins, Lauren Castillo, 2007
Award winning
Lemonade in Winter: A Book About Two Kids Counting Money
Emily Jenkins, G. Brian Karas, Rebecca Solar, Weston Woods, 2012
40 pages
Why to read
Teaches basic math through a fun narrative.
Encourages financial literacy from a young age.
Inspires entrepreneurship and creativity.
Engaging story fosters family reading time.

Lemonade in Winter: A Book About Two Kids Counting Money
Emily Jenkins, G. Brian Karas, Rebecca Solar, Weston Woods, 2012
Award winning
Carl's Halloween
Alexandra Day, 2015
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating Halloween adventure sparks imagination.
Engages kids in problem-solving with familiar characters.
Encourages creativity and enhances vocabulary.
Perfect for a cozy, shared reading experience.

Carl's Halloween
Alexandra Day, 2015
Award winning
The Little Engine That Could: Delivery Day
Matt Mitter, Jill Howarth, 2021
52 pages
Why to read
Inspiring determination and resilience in young readers.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through engaging storyline.
Supports understanding of teamwork and persistence.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Little Engine That Could: Delivery Day
Matt Mitter, Jill Howarth, 2021
Award winning
The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot
Margaret Mcnamara, Mark Fearing, 2011
40 pages
Why to read
Blends classic fairy tale structure with space adventure.
Encourages resilience and strategic thinking in young readers.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Three Little Aliens and the Big Bad Robot
Margaret Mcnamara, Mark Fearing, 2011
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.

Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
El Chupacabras
Adam Rubin, Crash McCreery, Listening Library, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with whimsical folklore narrative.
Strengthens Spanish language skills and cultural appreciation.
Encourages creativity through mythical storytelling.
Supports development of empathy and understanding.

El Chupacabras
Adam Rubin, Crash McCreery, Listening Library, 2018
The Chocolate Monster (A Ruby Roo Story Book 2)
Pip Jones, Hughes Laura, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging storytelling fosters creativity in young minds.
Ruby Roo’s adventures teach valuable life lessons.
Colorful illustrations captivate and entertain readers.
Encourages interaction through intriguing plot twists.
