Books like Catherine's Story
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
Award winning
My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street ® Book about Autism
Abbey Campbell Cook, Jennifer Cook, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Educates about autism through engaging Sesame Street characters.
Encourages acceptance and understanding of individual differences.
Supports social skills development with relatable scenarios.
Warm illustrations enhance connection and learning.
My Friend Julia: A Sesame Street ® Book about Autism
Abbey Campbell Cook, Jennifer Cook, 2023
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
Award winning
Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes: Calming My Jitters at School (2)
Lindsey Rowe Parker, 2024
52 pages
Why to read
Explores calming techniques for school-related anxieties.
Engaging story that encourages emotional development.
Illustrations enhance understanding of sensory experiences.
Fosters empathy and resilience in children.
Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes: Calming My Jitters at School (2)
Lindsey Rowe Parker, 2024
Award winning
The Artful Adventure
Minh Lê, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity through vivid illustrations and story.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Supports developmental milestones in problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative that fosters a love for reading.
The Artful Adventure
Minh Lê, 2022
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
We're Amazing, 1, 2, 3! (Sesame Street)
Leslie Kimmelman, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and friendship on Sesame Street.
Engages kids with familiar, beloved characters.
Supports understanding of autism through story.
Encourages acceptance and empathy in children.
We're Amazing, 1, 2, 3! (Sesame Street)
Leslie Kimmelman, 2017
Award winning
Daniel's New Friend (Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood)
Becky Friedman, 2015
24 pages
Why to read
Teaches empathy through Daniel's interactions.
Encourages inclusivity and making new friends.
Supports social-emotional development in preschoolers.
Engaging storyline with familiar characters.
