Books like You Have to Write
Award winning
Buzz
Janet S. Wong, Margaret Chodos-Irvine, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with captivating, rhythmic storytelling.
Highlights teamwork and cooperation through relatable characters.
Encourages curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Supports language development with vibrant, playful language.

Buzz
Janet S. Wong, Margaret Chodos-Irvine, 2000
My Heart is a Poem
Jane Doe, Coral Rumble, Ken Nesbitt, Joseph Coelho, Janet S. Wong, Ruth Awolola, Naomi Shihab Nye, Jay Hulme, Karl Nova, John Agard, Kate Wakeling, Valerie Bloom, Nikki Grimes, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Nurtures emotional intelligence through poetic storytelling.
Encourages creative expression and vocabulary expansion.
Supports developmental milestones in reading and comprehension.
Fosters empathy and self-awareness in young readers.

My Heart is a Poem
Jane Doe, Coral Rumble, Ken Nesbitt, Joseph Coelho, Janet S. Wong, Ruth Awolola, Naomi Shihab Nye, Jay Hulme, Karl Nova, John Agard, Kate Wakeling, Valerie Bloom, Nikki Grimes, 2023
Someone I Like: Poems About People
Judith Nicholls, Giovanni Manna, 2000
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diverse relationships through engaging poetry.
Enhances vocabulary and emotional understanding.
Cultivates empathy and respect for others.
Interactive, reflective reading for children and parents.

Someone I Like: Poems About People
Judith Nicholls, Giovanni Manna, 2000
Award winning
See You Someday Soon
Pat Zietlow Miller, Suzy Lee, Macmillan Audio, Suzy Lee - illustrator, Katharine Chin, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Captures the beauty of hope and waiting.
Strengthens understanding of time and patience.
Encourages emotional resilience in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations complement heartwarming narrative.

See You Someday Soon
Pat Zietlow Miller, Suzy Lee, Macmillan Audio, Suzy Lee - illustrator, Katharine Chin, 2022
Award winning
The Okay Book
Todd Parr, 1999
24 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-acceptance and emotional awareness.
Vibrant, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Simple, powerful messages resonate with preschoolers.
Supports early developmental milestones in understanding emotions.

The Okay Book
Todd Parr, 1999
Award winning
Baby's Bedtime Book
Kay Chorao, 1984
64 pages
Why to read
Calming bedtime stories to soothe young ones to sleep.
Beautiful, detailed illustrations captivate and engage toddlers.
Reinforces daily routines, enhancing toddlers' developmental understanding.
Encourages bonding during parents' reading time.

Baby's Bedtime Book
Kay Chorao, 1984
Award winning
Nana Loves You More
Jimmy Fallon, Miguel Ordóñez, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates the special bond between grandparents and grandchildren.
Simple, heartwarming narrative easy for young kids to follow.
Encourages expressions of love and family values.
Bright, engaging illustrations complement the text.

Nana Loves You More
Jimmy Fallon, Miguel Ordóñez, 2022
Award winning
The Two Friends
Anita M. Sawyers, Anita Marie Sawyers, 1998
48 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and cooperation.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Stimulates imagination and creativity.
Ideal for parent-child shared reading moments.
