Books like Travis the T-Rex: Love Takes a Stand!
Award winning
Truman
Jean Reidy, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure of bravery and loyalty.
Enhances empathy and understanding of relationships.
Stimulates imagination through Truman’s eyes.
Supports emotional development and resilience.

Truman
Jean Reidy, 2019
Award winning
Bear Came Along
Richard T. Morris, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure theme fosters curiosity and exploration.
Encourages teamwork and understanding diverse perspectives.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Bear Came Along
Richard T. Morris, 2019
Award winning
After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)
Dan Santat, RHUK, 2017
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming fears.
Illustrates the power of perseverance.
Teaches valuable life lessons through engaging storytelling.
Inspires confidence and courage in young readers.

After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again)
Dan Santat, RHUK, 2017
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224
Why to read
Engages with humor, perfect for young readers.
Encourages creativity and original storytelling.
Nurtures emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports literacy with accessible writing style.

Rowley Jefferson’s Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Award winning
The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
368 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale promotes empathy and community spirit.
Engages young readers with charming, relatable characters.
Encourages resilience and creativity in problem-solving.
Fosters family connections and shared reading moments.

The Vanderbeekers Lost and Found
Karina Yan Glaser, 2020
Award winning
The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
106 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with engaging, mysterious storyline.
Characters exhibit resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Encourages family reading and discussion.

The Skull
Jon Klassen, Fairuza Balk, 2023
Award winning
The Monster at the End of This Book
Jon Stone, 1971
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive narrative fosters engagement and curiosity.
Enhances problem-solving through suspenseful storyline.
Encourages bravery and overcoming fears.
Perfect for shared parent-child reading moments.

The Monster at the End of This Book
Jon Stone, 1971
Award winning
The Little Kid with the Big Green Hand
Matthew Gray Gubler, 2023
224 pages
Why to read
Encourages empathy through creative, colorful storytelling.
Stimulates imagination with quirky, engaging plot.
Supports social skills development with relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive family reading sessions.
