Books like Vampirina at the Beach
Award winning
The Night Knights
Gideon Sterer, Cory Godbey, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Shields young minds from fears of the dark elegantly.
Encourages courage and creativity through adventurous storytelling.
Strengthens family bonds with shared reading moments.
Cultivates emotional resilience and confidence in children.

The Night Knights
Gideon Sterer, Cory Godbey, 2018
Award winning
A Puppy's First Christmas
Holly Webb, Sophy Williams, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit through a puppy’s adventures.
Enhances understanding of empathy and responsibility.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young children visually.

A Puppy's First Christmas
Holly Webb, Sophy Williams, 2021
Award winning
Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2017
224 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enlivens children's imagination.
Characters foster emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Stimulates interest in reading through engaging storytelling.

Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball
Erson, Laura Ellen, Laura Ellen Anderson, 2017
Award winning
Flix
Tomi Ungerer, 1998
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story inspires imagination and creative thinking. - Characters model resilience and adaptability. - Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse interactions. - Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

Flix
Tomi Ungerer, 1998
Award winning
Fartsy Claus
Mitch Chivus, Mike Reed, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Humorous storyline keeps children engaged and laughing.
Teaches important lessons on acceptance and diversity.
Encourages empathy through relatable, quirky characters.
Ideal for family bonding during story time.

Fartsy Claus
Mitch Chivus, Mike Reed, 2007
Mindy and the Rescue Crew: The Unwelcome Visitors
Geri Storey, 2021
76 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled story, encourages curiosity and bravery.
Teaches teamwork, empathy, and responsibility.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens parent-child bond.

Mindy and the Rescue Crew: The Unwelcome Visitors
Geri Storey, 2021
Jan and Jeff
Cyril Ott, 2003
97 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Simple, repetitive text aids in language development.
Encourages empathy through Jan and Jeff’s teamwork.
Interactive elements keep young readers engaged.

Jan and Jeff
Cyril Ott, 2003
Award winning
The Umbrella
Beth Ferry, Tom Lichtenheld, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and exploration.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
