Books like Ferdinand Fox's First Summer (Arbordale Collection)
Award winning
The Giraffe Who Was Afraid of Heights (Arbordale Collection)
David A. Ufer, 2006
32 pages
Why to read
Addresses fear and overcoming personal challenges.
Inspires resilience and courage in young readers.
Engaging storytelling with valuable life lessons.
Encourages empathy and support among peers.

The Giraffe Who Was Afraid of Heights (Arbordale Collection)
David A. Ufer, 2006
Award winning
The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
168 pages
Why to read
Timeless tales of adventure and moral lessons.
Cultivates empathy through diverse animal character perspectives.
Strengthens understanding of responsibility and respect.
Ideal for shared reading and family discussion.

The Jungle Book Stories
Rudyard Kipling, 2019
Award winning
Bobcat Prowling
Maria Gianferrari, 2022
48 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about wildlife and nature exploration.
Encourages curiosity about animal behaviors and habitats.
Supports development of observational and reasoning skills.
Perfect for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Bobcat Prowling
Maria Gianferrari, 2022
Award winning
Wild Life
Cynthia DeFelice, 2011
208 pages
Why to read
Adventure and resilience in nature's grand backdrop.
Enhances empathy through wildlife conservation themes.
Bolsters independence, problem-solving skills.
Engaging narrative encourages active reading.

Wild Life
Cynthia DeFelice, 2011
Award winning
Dog Man: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Humorous, engaging storyline captivates and delights young readers.
Encourages empathy and emotional intelligence through character interaction.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills in early learners.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.

Dog Man: Mothering Heights
Dav Pilkey, 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
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

