Books about Companionship
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.

Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
The Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury: 8 Books in 1
Mike Berenstain, 2021
240 pages
Why to read
Explores universal values: honesty, kindness, respect.
Engaging stories foster moral development.
Encourages empathy, positive behaviors in children.
Family-focused reading enhances bonding.

The Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury: 8 Books in 1
Mike Berenstain, 2021
Award winning
Jim Henson's Enchanted Sisters: Winter's Flurry Adventure
Elise Allen, Halle Stanford, 2014
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging plot
Relatable characters
Beautiful illustrations
Teaches about the changing seasons

Jim Henson's Enchanted Sisters: Winter's Flurry Adventure
Elise Allen, Halle Stanford, 2014
The Mystery of the Purple Pool
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, 1994
121 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with a thrilling mystery plot.
Encourages deductive reasoning and teamwork.
Features diverse, approachable characters.
Enhances reading skills through engaging storytelling.

The Mystery of the Purple Pool
Gertrude Chandler Warner, Gertrude Warner, 1994
Award winning
Amulet #1-8 Box Set
Kazu Kibuishi, 2008
193 pages

Amulet #1-8 Box Set
Kazu Kibuishi, 2008
Award winning
What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes empathy and community kindness.
Encourages gratitude and generosity in children.
Illustrates the joy of giving selflessly.
Rich, heartwarming narrative with beautiful illustrations.

What Is Given from the Heart
Patricia C. Mckissack, 2019
Award winning
The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
C. S. Lewis, 1950
176 pages
Why to read
Adventure sparks imagination, enhancing cognitive development.
Teaches moral lessons, reinforces character building.
Encourages empathy through diverse character perspectives.
Stimulates language skills, enriches vocabulary.

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
C. S. Lewis, 1950
The Incredibles - Meet the Boys/Meet the Girls
Ladybird Books, Ladybird Books Staff, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging superhero adventures.
Encourages gender equality and teamwork.
Stimulates imagination and creative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
