Books like Barbie & Teresa: The Secret Recipe (Mattel Reader, Level 2)
Barbie and Teresa: Recipe for Friendship
Courtney Carbone, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates teamwork and empathy.
Builds early reading confidence.
Introduces everyday life skills.
Offers engaging, colorful art.
Barbie and Teresa: Recipe for Friendship
Courtney Carbone, 2025
Award winning
DC Super Hero Girls: Finders Keepers
Courtney Carbone, 2017
16 pages
Why to read
Empowers young readers with strong female superhero characters.
Encourages teamwork and friendship values.
Engages children in thrilling, action-packed adventures.
Supports development of reading skills and imagination.
DC Super Hero Girls: Finders Keepers
Courtney Carbone, 2017
Award winning
Sharing & Caring (Disney Princess) (Pictureback(R))
Walt Disney Company, Courtney Carbone, 2014
16 pages
Why to read
Engages kids in lessons about sharing and empathy.
Features beloved Disney Princess characters.
Encourages emotional development and interpersonal skills.
Colorful illustrations captivate and retain interest.
Sharing & Caring (Disney Princess) (Pictureback(R))
Walt Disney Company, Courtney Carbone, 2014
Henry's Pizzas (Henry Duck)
Robert M. Quackenbush, 2025
40 pages, Paperback
Why to read
Turns mistakes into creative solutions.
Encourages sharing and friendship.
Easy text supports early readers.
Lively artwork sparks laughter.
Henry's Pizzas (Henry Duck)
Robert M. Quackenbush, 2025
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Bluey and Bingo's Christmas Cookbook
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Teaches real cooking skills.
Celebrates family teamwork.
Adds Bluey humour to reading.
Explores Aussie Christmas culture.
Bluey and Bingo's Christmas Cookbook
Penguin Young Readers Licenses, 2025
Award winning
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Celebrates friendship, family, and self-discovery.
Encourages emotional growth and resilience in young readers.
Integrates everyday challenges with enriching life lessons.
Vibrant storytelling that captivates and educates.
Ways to Grow Love
Renée Watson, 2021
Award winning
Twinkle and the Fairy Cake Mess: Ready-to-Read Level 2
Katharine Holabird, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity and imaginative thinking.
Strengthens reading skills with level-appropriate language.
Encourages problem solving through engaging storyline.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
