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Love You, My Little Sister
Hasitha, Sandunika, Hasitha and Sandunika, Sandunika Dissanayake, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Strengthens sibling relationships through charming storytelling.
Illustrates loving family dynamics, boosting emotional development.
Encourages compassion and empathy among young readers.
Simple, engaging language ideal for early readers.

Love You, My Little Sister
Hasitha, Sandunika, Hasitha and Sandunika, Sandunika Dissanayake, 2023
Award winning
Granny Loves You: The Bond and Love Between a Grandmother and Her Grandchild
Armita Zadeh, Zadeh Publishing, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the special bond between grandchild and grandmother.
Emotional support through charming, heartwarming storytelling.
Enhances understanding of family values and relationships.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering connection and conversation.

Granny Loves You: The Bond and Love Between a Grandmother and Her Grandchild
Armita Zadeh, Zadeh Publishing, 2023
Award winning
It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Captures challenges of being five with humor.
Encourages self-control and emotional regulation.
Supports developmental milestones in young children.
Engaging illustrations enhance comprehension and interest.

It's Hard to Be Five: Learning How to Work My Control Panel
Jamie Lee Curtis, Laura Cornell, HarperAudio, 2013
Award winning
Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Xander Martin, Robin Satterthwaite, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of family, love, and acceptance.
Addresses adoption with sensitivity and warmth.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young children visually.

Lily Coyote's New Baby: An Adoption Story
Xander Martin, Robin Satterthwaite, 2023
Award winning
When Dad Was Away
Liz Weir, Karin Littlewood, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses family separation with sensitivity and hope.
Encourages understanding of diverse family dynamics.
Supports emotional resilience and coping strategies.
Stimulates empathetic conversations between parents and children.

When Dad Was Away
Liz Weir, Karin Littlewood, 2013
Award winning
I Miss the Baby: A Child's Grief Process Following the Miscarriage of a Sibling
Irma G. Prosser, Emma Arrellano, Emma Marsh, 2022
24 pages
Why to read
Explores emotions through a child’s perspective on sibling loss.
Provides comfort, helping children understand and process grief.
Encourages open family conversations about difficult topics.
Supports emotional development and resilience building.

I Miss the Baby: A Child's Grief Process Following the Miscarriage of a Sibling
Irma G. Prosser, Emma Arrellano, Emma Marsh, 2022
Award winning
Brady Goes to the Doctor
Paige Cisna, 2022
28 pages
Why to read
Encourages bravery and understanding of medical visits.
Eases kids' fears about doctor appointments.
Supports emotional and social development.
Engaging and comforting narrative.

Brady Goes to the Doctor
Paige Cisna, 2022
Award winning
Big Brother, Little Brother
Penny Dale, 1997
25 pages
Why to read
Celebrates sibling relationships through engaging storytelling.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young readers' imaginations.
Encourages empathy and understanding between siblings.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing family bonds.
