Books like Annie's Cat Is Sad
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.

This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Award winning
Invader from Mars: The Truth About Babies
Peggy Robbins Janousky, Karen Obuhanych, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Introduces early concepts of family and relationships.
Simple language supports cognitive and language development.
Fosters empathy and understanding of a new sibling.
Colorful illustrations keep young readers engaged.

Invader from Mars: The Truth About Babies
Peggy Robbins Janousky, Karen Obuhanych, 2023
Award winning
Flat Cat
Tara Lazar, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity and thinking outside the box.
Enhances empathy through character-driven storyline.
Supports language development with rich vocabulary.
Offers humor and enjoyment in storyline.

Flat Cat
Tara Lazar, 2023
Award winning
Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating story about adventure and curiosity.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Supports language development and creative thinking.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Oh, Olive!
Lian Cho, 2023
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.

Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fostering emotional growth.
Teaches valuable lessons in resilience and friendship.
Boosts empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Encourages dialogue on overcoming life's hurdles.

The Sour Grape
Jory John, 2022
Award winning
I'm Sticking with You
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship with heartwarming, delightful illustrations.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Engaging narrative that fosters parent-child bonding.
Reinforces the importance of sticking together through challenges.

I'm Sticking with You
Smriti Prasadam-Halls, 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.

