Books like Baby Elephant
Award winning
Bear and the Kindness Jar
Ka Almeida, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages kindness through fun, engaging narrative.
Builds empathy and emotional awareness in young readers.
Supports early literacy and language development.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens family bonds.

Bear and the Kindness Jar
Ka Almeida, 2023
Award winning
Kai and the Monkey King
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2021
56 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled journey fosters imagination and curiosity.
Incorporates Chinese mythology, enhancing cultural awareness.
Demonstrates resilience and bravery in adversity.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

Kai and the Monkey King
Joe Todd-Stanton, 2021
Award winning
My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Simple text enhances early reading skills.
Teaches responsibility and empathy through pet care.
Encourages bonding through shared reading moments.

My Pet Goldfish
Catherine Rayner, 2024
Award winning
Bear and Friends: Fox Wants a Pet (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
Jody Jensen Shaffer, 2021
24 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages early reading skills.
Teaches empathy and friendship through relatable characters.
Enhances problem-solving with fun puzzles.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.

Bear and Friends: Fox Wants a Pet (Highlights Puzzle Readers)
Jody Jensen Shaffer, 2021
Award winning
AMAZING ANIMAL TALES: BABY KOALA
Anne Rooney, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about a baby koala's adventures.
Enhances knowledge of animal behavior and habitat.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Illustrated, captivating visuals aid in comprehension.

AMAZING ANIMAL TALES: BABY KOALA
Anne Rooney, 2022
Award winning
A Is for Axolotl: An Unusual Animal ABC
Catherine Macorol, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Explores unique animals through vivid illustrations and descriptions.
Enhances alphabet familiarity with engaging animal-themed content.
Stimulates curiosity about wildlife and conservation efforts.
Encourages pronunciation skills with unusual animal names.

A Is for Axolotl: An Unusual Animal ABC
Catherine Macorol, 2022
Award winning
Hidden Planet: An Illustrator's Love Letter to Planet Earth
Ben Rothery, 2019
96 pages
Why to read
Vivid illustrations captivate and enhance learning.
Fosters environmental awareness from a young age.
Encourages curiosity about Earth's diverse ecosystems.
Supports literacy and scientific knowledge development.

Hidden Planet: An Illustrator's Love Letter to Planet Earth
Ben Rothery, 2019
Zebra Who Was Sad
Rachel Elliott, 2012
22 pages
Why to read
Addresses emotional awareness and empathy development.
Encourages understanding and expression of feelings.
Supports early literacy and language skills.
Engaging, colorful illustrations captivate young readers.

