Books like Twinkle, Twinkle, Chocolate Bar: Rhymes for the Very Young
Award winning
Nursery Rhymes (Mixed Up)
Hilary Robinson, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Reinvents classic rhymes with creative, surprising twists.
Enhances language skills through rhythmic, playful verse.
Stimulates early cognitive development and creativity.
Offers joyful bonding through shared reading moments.

Nursery Rhymes (Mixed Up)
Hilary Robinson, 2013
Award winning
Very Best (Almost) Friends
Janeczko, 1999
40 pages
Why to read
Captures delightful tales of friendship and resilience.
Encourages emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Stimulates conversations about friendship values.
Engaging illustrations complementing poetic narratives.

Very Best (Almost) Friends
Janeczko, 1999
Award winning
zoo's who
Douglas Florian, 2005
56 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual development.
Engages young readers with playful, rhyming animal descriptions.
Encourages language development through repetitive, rhythmic phrases.
Explores biodiversity, fostering early environmental awareness.

zoo's who
Douglas Florian, 2005
Award winning
My Parents Think I'm Sleeping (I Can Read Level 3)
Jack Prelutsky, Yossi Abolafia, 1985
48 pages
Why to read
Enhances creativity with delightful, imaginative themes.
Builds reading confidence for independent young readers.
Engages children in exploring nighttime thoughts and adventures.
Supports language development through rhymes and structures.

My Parents Think I'm Sleeping (I Can Read Level 3)
Jack Prelutsky, Yossi Abolafia, 1985
Award winning
Baby's Bedtime Book
Kay Chorao, 1984
64 pages
Why to read
Calming bedtime stories to soothe young ones to sleep.
Beautiful, detailed illustrations captivate and engage toddlers.
Reinforces daily routines, enhancing toddlers' developmental understanding.
Encourages bonding during parents' reading time.

Baby's Bedtime Book
Kay Chorao, 1984
Balam and Lluvia's House
Julio Serrano Echeverria, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story sparks imagination and adventure.
Characters that reflect diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Encourages inclusivity and cultural understanding.
Strengthens reading skills through layered narrative.

Balam and Lluvia's House
Julio Serrano Echeverria, 2023
Selfies With Komodos: Poems
Brian Moses, Ed Boxall, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in poetry through exciting wildlife adventures.
Encourages creativity and expression in young readers.
Illustrations complement and enhance the poetic narrative.
Ideal for fostering a love of nature and animals.

Selfies With Komodos: Poems
Brian Moses, Ed Boxall, 2023
Award winning
Because a Fire Was in My Head: 101 Poems to Remember
Michael Morpurgo, 2013
160 pages
Why to read
Curated collection nurtures language and memorization skills.
Explores diverse themes, stimulating emotional and intellectual growth.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading experiences.
Supports literacy development and poetic appreciation.
