Books like A Potato Who JUST Wanted A Friend
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.

The Drama Llama: A story about soothing anxiety
Rachel Morrisroe, 2024
Award winning
Snail and Worm, of Course
Tina Kügler, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Charming tales of friendship and understanding.
Simple text, ideal for early readers.
Encourages empathy and cooperation among children.
Bright, engaging illustrations enhance comprehension.

Snail and Worm, of Course
Tina Kügler, 2023
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
Denny and Penny: A Fun Rhyming Picture Book
Silas Wood, 2021
58 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging rhymes enhance language development.
Encourages creativity through whimsical storytelling.
Strengthens reading skills with rhythmic, repetitive patterns.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.

Denny and Penny: A Fun Rhyming Picture Book
Silas Wood, 2021
Award winning
The Moose Who Went to the Moon
Rachel Dutton, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of curiosity and adventure.
Encourages resilience and creativity in young readers.
Highlights the importance of dreaming big.
Perfect for bonding over bedtime stories.

The Moose Who Went to the Moon
Rachel Dutton, 2022
Award winning
The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with humor and unique storytelling.
Encourages dialogue and enhances communication skills.
Supports emotional development through relatable scenarios.
Ideal for building confidence in young readers.

The Bad Guys in Look Who's Talking
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Blabey, 2023
Award winning
The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
161 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale enriches curiosity and imagination.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
Award winning
Butt or Face?: A Hilarious Animal Guessing Game Book for Kids
Kari Lavelle, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Promotes laughter and joy through playful animal visuals.
Enhances observational skills with engaging guessing games.
Strengthens decision-making abilities in young readers.
Encourages family interaction and shared reading moments.

