Books like Dolphin Song
A Friend for Christmas
Lauren St. John, 2016
64 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming story celebrates friendship and holiday spirit.
Enhances empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Vivid illustrations captivate and stimulate visual creativity.
Ideal for festive family reading and bonding.

A Friend for Christmas
Lauren St. John, 2016
Award winning
Sunshine Stables: Amina and the Amazing Pony
Olivia Tuffin, 2022
86 pages
Why to read
Inspires adventure and creativity in young readers.
Features diverse characters, promoting inclusivity.
Enhances empathy through character-driven narrative.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

Sunshine Stables: Amina and the Amazing Pony
Olivia Tuffin, 2022
Award winning
Cornbread & Poppy
Matthew Cordell, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Charming adventure of friendship and resourcefulness.
Enhances children's understanding of cooperation and sharing.
Lively illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Supports early development of empathy and resilience.

Cornbread & Poppy
Matthew Cordell, 2022
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.

Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
Brave Horse (Mustang Mountain Series)
Sharon Siamon, 2004
160 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story fosters courage and resilience.
Features strong, relatable female protagonists.
Encourages love and knowledge of animals.
Supports development of empathy and friendship.

Brave Horse (Mustang Mountain Series)
Sharon Siamon, 2004
Award winning
The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
192 pages
Why to read
Classic tale encourages honesty and integrity.
Enhances imagination with whimsical adventures.
Annotated version offers comprehensive understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Adventures of Pinocchio: With Annotated
Carlo Collodi, 2021
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
Award winning
Ozma of Oz (Oz Series Book 3)
L. Frank Baum, Lyman Frank Baum, 2021
271 pages
Why to read
Adventurous journey enhancing imagination and creativity.
Engaging characters fostering empathy and emotional growth.
Encourages resilience through problem-solving situations.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.

