Books like Bannock in a Hammock
Award winning
The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2016
88 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure boosts problem-solving skills.
Introduces stress management through relatable storytelling.
Encourages bravery and resilience in young readers.
Strengthens reading skills with captivating narrative.

The Princess in Black Takes a Vacation
Dean Hale, Shannon Hale, 2016
A Patch of Black
Rachel Rooney, 2014
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages imagination and comfort during nighttime.
Soothing verses, perfect for bedtime routines.
Beautiful illustrations complement the calming story.
Supports development of emotional resilience.

A Patch of Black
Rachel Rooney, 2014
Award winning
Ship in a Bottle
Andrew Prahin, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging quest for freedom, sparks imagination.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Vivid illustrations enhance visual understanding.
Supports emotional development through resilience themes.

Ship in a Bottle
Andrew Prahin, 2021
Award winning
A Fairy in a Dairy
Lucy A. Nolan, 2003
29 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, fantastical storytelling.
Encourages empathy with relatable, diverse characters.
Supports language development with rich, playful text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

A Fairy in a Dairy
Lucy A. Nolan, 2003
Award winning
A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
Masha D'yans, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to microbiology through vibrant illustrations.
Fosters curiosity about science and the human body.
Encourages healthy eating habits through engaging storytelling.
Supports development of literacy and cognitive skills.

A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
Masha D'yans, 2024
Courage in a Poem
Various, Cecilia Knapp, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages emotional resilience through poetry.
Showcases diverse voices and perspectives.
Stimulates linguistic skills and creative thinking.
Ideal for shared reading and discussion.

Courage in a Poem
Various, Cecilia Knapp, 2022
Award winning
Winter in the Forest: A Seasons in the Forest Book
Christine Copeland, Chris Weeks, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating exploration of winter wonders in the forest.
Engages children with vibrant, illustrative storytelling.
Encourages understanding of seasons and nature's cycles.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Winter in the Forest: A Seasons in the Forest Book
Christine Copeland, Chris Weeks, 2023
In a Patch of Grass
Fran Hodgkins, 2023
34 pages
Why to read
Engages kids with vibrant illustrations and nature themes.
Encourages understanding of ecosystems and biodiversity.
Supports early literacy with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

