Books like A Whale of a Time (Disney Princess) (Pictureback(R))
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
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.

The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
148 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical spells.
Gumluck: a witty, clever character kids love.
Encourages creativity and magical thinking.
Ideal for enhancing young readers’ vocabulary.

Story of Gumluck the Wizard
Emma Thompson, 2025
A Sky Full of Dragons
Tiffany McDaniel, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity with captivating dragon-filled adventures.
Strengthens reading skills with engaging narrative structure.
Encourages empathy through diverse character interactions.
Supports problem-solving with plot-driven challenges.

A Sky Full of Dragons
Tiffany McDaniel, 2024
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.

The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, thoughtful narratives.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Provides cozy, bonding moments for parents and children.

