Valeri Gorbachev's Animal Stories Series
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Award winning
The Best Cat
Valeri Gorbachev, 2010
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story celebrates curiosity and playful adventure.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual understanding.
Encourages empathy through character interactions.
Perfect for family bonding over reading time.
The Best Cat
Valeri Gorbachev, 2010
Award winning
The Giant Hug
Sandra Horning, 2005
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of kindness perfect for family reading time.
Enhances understanding of emotional expression and empathy.
Supports early literacy skills with engaging narrative.
Encourages connection through thoughtful, heartwarming story.
The Giant Hug
Sandra Horning, 2005
Award winning
Turtle's Penguin Day
Valeri Gorbachev, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Highlights creative problem-solving and adaptability in characters.
Engages young readers with humorous, whimsical storytelling.
Encourages understanding of different perspectives and empathy.
Supports early developmental skills through engaging narrative.
Turtle's Penguin Day
Valeri Gorbachev, 2008
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
The Princess in Black Triple Smash!: Three Books in One
Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, 2025
288 pages
Why to read
Breaks princess stereotypes with action.
Easy chapters, rich illustrations support reading.
Teaches bravery and kindness gently.
Funny monsters keep pages turning.
The Princess in Black Triple Smash!: Three Books in One
Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, 2025
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
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 3 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Boosts early reading skills with simple, repetitive text.
Delivers laugh-out-loud humor and expressive illustrations.
Models empathy, sharing, and problem-solving.
Perfect length for bedtime or classroom read-alouds.
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 3 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
Award winning
Lulu Claps Her Worry Away: A Story about Anxiety and Calm - How a Little Mouse Turned Worries, Fears, Stress and Anxieties into Friends
Anders Grit, Vivi Grit, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with relatable scenarios for young readers.
Encourages emotional resilience and self-calming techniques.
Promotes understanding and empathy among peers.
