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Books like A Million Junes
Award winning
The Baby Tree
Sophie Blackall, Chris Patton, 2015
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses curious questions about babies' origins.
Encourages dialogue between parents and children.
Supports understanding of family and relationships.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young readers visually.

The Baby Tree
Sophie Blackall, Chris Patton, 2015
Award winning
Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Sarah S. Brannen, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates love, family, and acceptance.
Encourages diversity and inclusion understanding.
Colorful illustrations captivate young readers.
Strengthens emotional and social development.

Uncle Bobby's Wedding
Sarah S. Brannen, 2008
Award winning
The Invisible String Backpack
Patrice Karst, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of connection and emotional resilience.
Supports understanding of invisible bonds in relationships.
Encourages discussions on feelings and comfort.
Ideal for shared reading and bonding.

The Invisible String Backpack
Patrice Karst, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, 2023
Award winning
Crunch
Leslie Connor, 2010
336 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with environmental stewardship themes.
Encourages resourcefulness and resilience through narrative.
Highlights teamwork and family bonding.
Delightfully humorous, captivating young readers.

Crunch
Leslie Connor, 2010
Award winning
Just For You!: Only the Stars
Dee Boyd, Anna Rich, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through celestial-themed storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
Builds empathy by exploring diverse character emotions.
Supports parent-child bonding over shared reading.

Just For You!: Only the Stars
Dee Boyd, Anna Rich, 2004
Come Back, Zack! (Little Golden Book)
Trish Holland, Sachiko Yoshikawa, 2008
24 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of friendship and perseverance.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Ideal for parent-child interactive reading sessions.

Come Back, Zack! (Little Golden Book)
Trish Holland, Sachiko Yoshikawa, 2008
Award winning
The Invisible String
Patrice Karst, Geoff Stevenson, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, 2018
36 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of love and connection.
Addresses separation anxiety reassuringly.
Encourages emotional resilience and independence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

The Invisible String
Patrice Karst, Geoff Stevenson, Joanne Lew-Vriethoff, 2018
Award winning
Mahy Magic
Shirley Hughes, Margaret Mahy, 1986
154 pages
Why to read
Captivating tales spark imagination and creativity.
Dynamic characters foster emotional development and empathy.
Engaging narratives enhance problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
