Books like Charlie Needs A Cloak
Award winning
Here We All Are
Tomie DePaola, 2000
96 pages
Why to read
Charming narrative, delightfully engaging for young readers.
Illustrations enhance the storytelling, visually captivating.
Encourages family values and interpersonal relationships.
Supports language development and self-expression skills.

Here We All Are
Tomie DePaola, 2000
Award winning
The Mysterious Giant of Barletta
Tomie DePaola, 1984
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tale that sparks imagination and curiosity.
Introduces cultural heritage and historical significance.
Enhances problem-solving skills through narrative challenges.
Supports development of empathy and bravery.

The Mysterious Giant of Barletta
Tomie DePaola, 1984
Award winning
Strega Nona Does It Again
Tomie DePaola, 2013
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating Italian folklore tales, fostering cultural awareness.
Encourages creativity through magical elements and storylines.
Supports emotional development with moral lessons.
Engages young readers with colorful illustrations.

Strega Nona Does It Again
Tomie DePaola, 2013
Award winning
The Rooster who Went to His Uncle's Wedding: A Latin American Folktale
Tomie DePaola, 1993
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant exploration of Latin American culture and traditions.
Enhances cultural awareness and diversity understanding.
Engaging narrative fosters early literacy skills.
Encourages family bonding through shared reading.

The Rooster who Went to His Uncle's Wedding: A Latin American Folktale
Tomie DePaola, 1993
Award winning
Barker Twins, The: Go Away, Girls!
Tomie DePaola, Hackney, Clinton S. Hackney, Richard Kolding, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses gender dynamics through playful storytelling.
Enhances social awareness and empathy in young readers.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading moments.

Barker Twins, The: Go Away, Girls!
Tomie DePaola, Hackney, Clinton S. Hackney, Richard Kolding, 2004
Award winning
The Cloud Book
Tomie DePaola, 1975
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates different types of clouds vividly.
Enriches understanding of weather processes.
Encourages curiosity and scientific exploration.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading sessions.

The Cloud Book
Tomie DePaola, 1975
The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
262 pages
Why to read
Captivating journey of young, spirited girl in Swiss Alps.
Encourages resilience and empathy through relatable character development.
Explores themes of friendship and personal growth.
Engages young minds in picturesque, impactful storytelling.

The Tale of Heidi
Johanna Spyri, 2020
Award winning
Super King Viking Land!: A Branches Book
Thomas Flintham, 2023
80 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Adventure-filled storyline fosters imagination and creativity.
Introduces early reading skills through simple text structure.
Encourages independent reading in emerging readers.

