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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.

Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
272 pages
Why to read
Timeless friendship tale.
Vivid illustrations enhance imagination.
Advanced yet musical language.
Humor balances gentle life lessons.

The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
178 pages
Why to read
Exciting Greek myth retold for kids.
Boosts vocabulary and cultural literacy.
Models courage and critical thinking.
Great for parent-child discussions.

The Odyssey
Gillian Cross, 2025
Who Would Win?: Porcupine vs. Pangolin
Jerry Pallotta, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Fun facts spark scientific curiosity.
Predictive battle boosts critical thinking.
Humor hooks reluctant readers.
Conservation message builds empathy.

Who Would Win?: Porcupine vs. Pangolin
Jerry Pallotta, 2025
Award winning
Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue
Paula Harrison, 2019
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure and heroism captivate young readers.
Builds empathy through relatable animal characters.
Encourages problem-solving and bravery.
Engaging story inspires love for reading.

Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue
Paula Harrison, 2019
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
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
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Lively humor hooks young readers.
Teaches patience and gratitude.
Perfect length for nightly read-alouds.
Boosts sight-word recognition.

