Books like Who Caught the Yawn? and Where Did the Sneeze Go?: Two stories from the life of Max
Award winning
Glues On Strike: A Funny, Rhyming, Read Aloud Kid's Book For Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, or Early Readers
Jennifer Jones, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging, rhyming text boosts phonological awareness.
Encourages creativity through imaginative, humorous storyline.
Supports vocabulary development with rich language use.
Fosters a love for reading with interactive narrative.

Glues On Strike: A Funny, Rhyming, Read Aloud Kid's Book For Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, or Early Readers
Jennifer Jones, 2021
Award winning
Jasper John Dooley: Left Behind
Ben Clanton, Caroline Adderson, 2013
132 pages
Why to read
Captures emotions of feeling left out, enhances empathy.
Encourages creativity through engaging and relatable scenarios.
Supports language development with rich, accessible vocabulary.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Jasper John Dooley: Left Behind
Ben Clanton, Caroline Adderson, 2013
Ivy and Her Nonsense
Jonathan Coe, 1995
32 pages
Why to read
Captures imagination with whimsical storytelling.
Strengthens relational skills through character interactions.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving abilities.
Enhances vocabulary and reading comprehension.

Ivy and Her Nonsense
Jonathan Coe, 1995
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
Award winning
Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Tackles the concept of loss with sensitivity and care.
Encourages conversations about grief between children and adults.
Illustrations that enhance understanding and engagement.
Supports emotional development and resilience in children.

Gran Goes to Heaven
Ona Erike, 2023
Award winning
Baby EyeLike: Purple
Play Bac, PlayBac, 2009
16 pages
Why to read
Boosts color recognition through vibrant purple-themed images.
Stimulates visual learning and curiosity in infants.
Encourages interaction and bonding during reading time.
Durable and engaging board book format.

Baby EyeLike: Purple
Play Bac, PlayBac, 2009
Elsie and the Magic Biscuit Tin
Phil Earle, 2016
64 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale sparks imagination and joy.
Elsie's adventures encourage problem-solving skills.
Supports language development and literacy.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Elsie and the Magic Biscuit Tin
Phil Earle, 2016
Award winning
What's That Sound?
Leanne Bauman Litka, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates auditory development and sound recognition.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Interactive, engaging narrative for parent-child bonding.
