Books like We Met a Police Officer Today: A Children's Picture Book About Facing Fear for Kids Ages 4-8
Award winning
Aunt Nasty (Early Reader)
Margaret Mahy, 1973
80 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through engaging, whimsical storytelling. - Enhances empathy with relatable, dynamic characters. - Promotes problem-solving with intriguing plot twists. - Ideal for improving early reading skills and focus.

Aunt Nasty (Early Reader)
Margaret Mahy, 1973
Award winning
Mondays at Monster School (Early Reader Book 80)
Ruth Symes, Ruth Louise Symes, Rosie Reeve, 2005
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and overcoming fears.
Stimulates empathy and emotional intelligence in children.
Simple language tailored for early readers.
Encourages enthusiasm for school and learning.

Mondays at Monster School (Early Reader Book 80)
Ruth Symes, Ruth Louise Symes, Rosie Reeve, 2005
Award winning
Eva in the Band: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with lively, captivating storytelling.
Enhances social skills through relatable group dynamics.
Fosters creativity and musical interest in children.
Strengthens reading confidence with manageable chapters.

Eva in the Band: A Branches Book
Rebecca Elliott, 2022
Snake and Mouse: Ryan's Birthday Tea
Donna Marie Fitzpatrick-Hale-Herself, 2011
44 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship, teamwork, and understanding differences.
Engaging birthday party theme captures young readers' interest.
Develops emotional intelligence and empathy.
Bright, colorful illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Snake and Mouse: Ryan's Birthday Tea
Donna Marie Fitzpatrick-Hale-Herself, 2011
Bible Jumble for Kids
Christopher Hudson, Tribune Media Services, Megan Chrans, 2010
211 pages
Why to read
Interactive puzzles enhance problem-solving skills.
Biblical stories foster spiritual growth and morals.
Engaging format supports literacy and focus.
Ideal for parent-child bonding during reading.

Bible Jumble for Kids
Christopher Hudson, Tribune Media Services, Megan Chrans, 2010
Award winning
Harry the Hairless Cat
Amy Phillips, Kyoko Fogel, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Showcases themes of acceptance and self-confidence.
Engaging storyline encourages empathy in young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for shared reading, boosts parent-child bonding.

Harry the Hairless Cat
Amy Phillips, Kyoko Fogel, 2022
Award winning
My Way to Good Choices
Elizabeth Cole, 2023
30 pages
Why to read
Emphasizes importance of making wise, thoughtful choices.
Engages young readers with colorful, captivating illustrations.
Supports emotional and moral development.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

My Way to Good Choices
Elizabeth Cole, 2023
Award winning
Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, Susan Hall, 1989
30 pages
Why to read
Fosters social skills through interactive, engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters and perspectives.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for cooperative read-along sessions between parents and children.
