Books like Sandra Hamer’s
Award winning
Don't Hug the Pug
Robin Jacobs, 2019
38 pages
Why to read
Engaging fun story about respecting personal boundaries.
Teaches essential lessons about consent and empathy.
Lively illustrations captivate and retain child’s interest.
Encourages discussions about friendships and respect.
Don't Hug the Pug
Robin Jacobs, 2019
Award winning
Sorry, Mrs. Cake!
A. A. Milne, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Fun, engaging story with memorable characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding in children.
Stimulates imagination through whimsical storytelling.
Suitable for shared parent-child reading sessions.
Sorry, Mrs. Cake!
A. A. Milne, 2021
Ballet Bunnies: Let's Dance
Swapna Reddy, 2020
96 pages
Why to read
Inspires creativity and expression through dance themes.
Supports early developmental milestones in young readers.
Engaging storyline encourages persistent, resilient behavior.
Fosters a joyous shared reading experience.
Ballet Bunnies: Let's Dance
Swapna Reddy, 2020
Up at Night
Laurie Friedman, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging nighttime adventure stimulates imagination and curiosity.
Characters solve problems, encouraging critical thinking in kids.
Vivid illustrations enhance comprehension and retention.
Fosters emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Up at Night
Laurie Friedman, 2022
Cats Don't Like Christmas!: A Hilarious Holiday Children's Book for Kids Ages 3-7
Andy Wortlock, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging holiday story for young readers.
Enhances understanding of festive traditions through feline antics.
Encourages empathy and perspective-taking skills.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Cats Don't Like Christmas!: A Hilarious Holiday Children's Book for Kids Ages 3-7
Andy Wortlock, 2022
Oh No, Hippo!
Heather Pindar, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Engaging story fosters empathy and social skills.
Encourages language development through playful text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Oh No, Hippo!
Heather Pindar, 2022
Award winning
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming holiday story sparking festive spirit.
Encourages kindness and generous community values.
Engaging illustrations enhance visual literacy.
Ideal read for family bonding during holidays.
A Very Mercy Christmas
Kate Dicamillo, 2022
Ladybird Readers Starter Level 5 - Top Dog is Sick
, 2020
Why to read
Fosters Empathy: Engaging with the story of 'Top Dog is Sick' helps children understand and express care and concern for others' feelings and well-being, which is essential at a young developmental stage.
Builds Basic Language Skills: Tailored for early readers, this book uses simple and repetitive language that supports vocabulary development and reading confidence.
Encourages Family Bonding: Reading this book together promotes valuable one-on-one time. Shared reading sessions can enhance parent-child bonding and make learning enjoyable.
Introduces Health Awareness: The theme of illness in 'Top Dog is Sick' provides an opportunity for children to learn about health and wellness topics in a relatable and comforting way.
