Books like Because I Am Your Daddy
Award winning
Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
144 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of change and personal growth.
Encourages children to embrace new experiences.
Supports development of self-confidence.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Karen's Haircut
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Encourages dreaming and imagination in children.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing attention and stimulating visuals.
Highlights the importance of perseverance and hope.
Suitable for parent-child bonding during storytime.

Remember to Dream, Ebere
Cynthia Erivo, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow, 2021
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.

The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
If I Had a Crocodile
Gabby Dawnay, DAWNAY GABBY/BARROW, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages imaginative play and creativity in children.
Features engaging, relatable themes of friendship and adventure.
Boosts vocabulary with rhythmic, playful language.
Suitable for read-aloud family bonding moments.

If I Had a Crocodile
Gabby Dawnay, DAWNAY GABBY/BARROW, 2023
Award winning
My Dad Is A Grizzly Bear
Swapna Haddow, Lily Murray, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant story exploring familial love and adventure.
Fosters creativity and humor in young readers.
Enhances understanding of metaphor and imagination.
Encourages bonding through shared reading.

My Dad Is A Grizzly Bear
Swapna Haddow, Lily Murray, 2020
Award winning
Pug's Got Talent: A Branches Book
Kyla May, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creative expression.
Highlights teamwork, perseverance in overcoming obstacles.
Engages young readers with vibrant illustrations.
Ideal for developing early reading skills.

Pug's Got Talent: A Branches Book
Kyla May, 2021
Award winning
Charlie and Lola's Things by Child, Lauren ( Author ) ON Jan-03-2008, Board book
Lauren Child, 2008
12 pages
Why to read
Captivating, colorful illustrations enhance engagement.
Strengthens language skills and vocabulary development.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Charlie and Lola's Things by Child, Lauren ( Author ) ON Jan-03-2008, Board book
Lauren Child, 2008
Daisy and the Trouble with Unicorns
Kes Gray, 2021
304 pages
Why to read
Engaging and whimsical unicorn-themed adventures.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in children.
Addresses friendship and teamwork.
Invites dialogue on handling disappointments.

