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Award winning
The Ferret's a Foot: Book 3 (Guinea PIG, Pet Shop Private Eye)
Colleen A.F. Venable, Stephanie Yue, 2010
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery plot encourages critical thinking.
Humorous, relatable characters boost reading engagement.
Illustrations enhance visual literacy and imagination.
Ideal for discussing ethics and problem-solving.

The Ferret's a Foot: Book 3 (Guinea PIG, Pet Shop Private Eye)
Colleen A.F. Venable, Stephanie Yue, 2010
Award winning
Hello, Hot Dog!
Jarvis, Lily Murray, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, humorous storyline captures children's attention.
Encourages creativity and wit in young readers.
Bright, colorful illustrations enhance visual engagement.
Supports language development and reading skills.

Hello, Hot Dog!
Jarvis, Lily Murray, 2018
Who's Coming Tonight?: Responsibility
Jeongim Choi, MinJeong Gang, Joy Cowley, 2014
29 pages
Why to read
Teaches responsibility through engaging, story-based scenarios.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate young imaginations.
Encourages discussions on accountability with relatable examples.
Ideal for shared reading and family bonding time.

Who's Coming Tonight?: Responsibility
Jeongim Choi, MinJeong Gang, Joy Cowley, 2014
Award winning
Mae & McKinley: Let's go to the zoo!
Alisa Nelson Nelson, 2023
25 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging journey to the zoo.
Encourages exploration and curiosity in young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Strengthens bonding through shared reading adventures.

Mae & McKinley: Let's go to the zoo!
Alisa Nelson Nelson, 2023
Award winning
Hide and Seek, Nuts to Eat
Tracy Gold, Nancy Leschnikoff, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative teaches valuable foraging and sharing lessons.
Enhances cognitive development through problem-solving scenarios.
Encourages interactive reading and child-parent bonding.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual interpretation skills.

Hide and Seek, Nuts to Eat
Tracy Gold, Nancy Leschnikoff, 2023
Award winning
Iggy the Legend
Annie Barrows, Sam Ricks, 2023
128 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Features charismatic protagonist, encouraging empathy and connection.
Engages young minds in creative problem-solving.
Supports literacy development through engaging storytelling.

Iggy the Legend
Annie Barrows, Sam Ricks, 2023
Award winning
Fishy Wishes (Pee Wee Scouts)
Judy Delton, 1993
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging story encourages creative problem-solving.
Characters demonstrate teamwork, enhancing social skills.
Fun, relatable scenarios boost reading interest.
Supports learning with humor and adventure.

Fishy Wishes (Pee Wee Scouts)
Judy Delton, 1993
Award winning
Lunch Buddies: Battle in the Backyard
Daniel Wiseman, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Captivating backyard adventures spark imagination.
Characters demonstrate teamwork and friendship.
Encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
