Books like A Bad Case of the Almosts
Award winning
Dear Teacher, A Celebration of People Who Inspire Us
Paris Rosenthal, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates inspiring teachers and their impact on students.
Encourages appreciation and gratitude towards educators.
Fosters emotional intelligence and respect for teaching.
Engaging illustrations complement the heartwarming text.

Dear Teacher, A Celebration of People Who Inspire Us
Paris Rosenthal, 2021
Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
448 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humorous, relatable school experiences.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and resilience.
Encourages creativity through lively storytelling.
Supports social skill development in young readers.

Lottie Brooks's Totally Disastrous School-Trip
Katie Kirby, 2023
The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale of friendship and personal growth.
Encourages empathy and understanding among readers.
Supports development of social and emotional skills.
Ideal for collaborative parent-child reading sessions.

The Naughtiest Girl: Naughtiest Girl In The School
Enid Blyton, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
Last Place Lexi
Jamie Strait, 2023
39 pages
Why to read
Encourages resilience and overcoming personal challenges.
Supports development of self-esteem and confidence.
Inspires empathy and understanding in young readers.
Engaging storytelling technique captivates children’s interest.

Last Place Lexi
Jamie Strait, 2023
The Abilities in Me: Speech Delay
Gemma Keir, 2020
28 pages
Why to read
Highlights challenges and triumphs of speech delay.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports language development through engaging storytelling.
Fosters family discussions about diversity and differences.

The Abilities in Me: Speech Delay
Gemma Keir, 2020
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 Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Addresses anxiety with engaging, relatable storytelling.
Encourages emotional development and self-soothing techniques.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for shared reading, fostering parent-child bonds.

