Books like Zebra Who Was Sad
Award winning
A Bad Mad Sad Day for Mama Bear
Mayra Calvani, 2013
24 pages
Why to read
Illustrates handling emotions through engaging storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Supports emotional development with relatable family scenarios.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.
A Bad Mad Sad Day for Mama Bear
Mayra Calvani, 2013
Award winning
The Giraffe Who Was Afraid of Heights (Arbordale Collection)
David A. Ufer, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses fear and overcoming personal challenges.
Inspires resilience and courage in young readers.
Engaging storytelling with valuable life lessons.
Encourages empathy and support among peers.
The Giraffe Who Was Afraid of Heights (Arbordale Collection)
David A. Ufer, 2006
Once Upon a Giraffe
Ken Wilson Max, Tumi K. Steyn, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale enhances children’s imaginative thinking.
Giraffe character builds emotional connection and empathy.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Supports early language and literacy development.
Once Upon a Giraffe
Ken Wilson Max, Tumi K. Steyn, 2024
Award winning
Next Level: A Hymn in Gratitude for Our Differences
Samara Cole Doyon, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusiveness through captivating narrative.
Encourages appreciation for individuality in a warm, poetic tone.
Inspires young readers to embrace and respect differences.
Supports emotional and social development in children.
Next Level: A Hymn in Gratitude for Our Differences
Samara Cole Doyon, 2024
Award winning
Family (Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit)
Mike Berenstain, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches valuable life lessons through relatable characters.
Enhances emotional intelligence and family bonding.
Supports moral development and decision-making skills.
Engaging narrative that captivates young readers.
Family (Berenstain Bears Gifts of the Spirit)
Mike Berenstain, 2024
Award winning
Kai and the Monkey King
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey fosters imagination and curiosity.
Incorporates Chinese mythology, enhancing cultural awareness.
Demonstrates resilience and bravery in adversity.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Kai and the Monkey King
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2021
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses overcoming fears with engaging storytelling.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Encourages emotional development and resilience in kids.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Tiny Owl's Scary Day
Petr Horáček, 2025
Award winning
5-Minute Nature Stories
Gabby Dawnay, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Encourages appreciation for nature and environment.
Fosters curiosity and exploration in young readers.
Suitable for bedtime, quick and calming tales.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
