Books like What to Do When You Feel Like Hitting: A No Hitting Book for Toddlers
Award winning
Always So Grumpy: A Heartwarming and Funny Interactive Story about Feelings (Social Emotional, Hedgehog Books for Toddlers and Kids)
Erin Guendelsberger, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive and engaging exploration of emotions.
Funny, heartwarming narrative that captivates young readers.
Supports emotional development and empathy in children.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.

Always So Grumpy: A Heartwarming and Funny Interactive Story about Feelings (Social Emotional, Hedgehog Books for Toddlers and Kids)
Erin Guendelsberger, 2020
Award winning
I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
Ainsley Earhardt, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates individuality and self-worth.
Encourages positive self-esteem and confidence.
Supports emotional and social development.
Ideal for family bonding and shared reading time.

I'm So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are
Ainsley Earhardt, 2022
Award winning
Choices are my Superpower: A Kid's Book About Making Choices and Understanding Consequences
Alicia Ortego, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Empowers kids to make choices confidently.
Teaches consequences in engaging, accessible ways.
Supports developmental understanding of cause and effect.
Encourages thoughtful decision-making through storytelling.

Choices are my Superpower: A Kid's Book About Making Choices and Understanding Consequences
Alicia Ortego, 2023
Award winning
North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
357 pages
Why to read
Gripping mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Strong, relatable protagonist boosts empathy.
Adventure-rich setting stimulates imagination.
Engages young readers with suspenseful, paced storytelling.

North of Nowhere
Allison Brennan, 2023
Award winning
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through dynamic, relatable baby characters.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances phonetic awareness.
Stimulates early language development and social skills.
Bright illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.

This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
Award winning
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set
Diane Alber, 2020
224 pages
Why to read
Enhances emotional intelligence via engaging stories.
Develops empathy and self-awareness in young readers.
Encourages conversation about feelings and emotions.
Colorful illustrations captivate and retain attention.

A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set
Diane Alber, 2020
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.

Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
No Matter What: A Children's Book about Unconditional Love
Kristen Crowhurst, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of unconditional love and support.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Illustrates resilience and trust through engaging storytelling.
Ideal for bedtime reading and parent-child bonding.
