Books like Franklin's Pumpkin (Kids Can Read)
Award winning
Franklin's Pond Phantom (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sasha McIntyre, Robert Penman, 2005
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks imagination with a mysterious, engaging storyline.
Teaches important lessons on friendship and bravery.
Enhances vocabulary through age-appropriate language.
Encourages curiosity and interactive reading moments.

Franklin's Pond Phantom (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sasha McIntyre, Robert Penman, 2005
Award winning
Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, 2013
184 pages
Why to read
Enhances vocabulary with simple, age-appropriate language.
Engages young readers with diverse, captivating stories.
Fosters empathy through relatable character experiences.
Supports early reading skills development.

Franklin's Big Book of Stories: A Collection of 6 First Readers (Kids Can Read)
Sharon Jennings, Sean Jeffrey, Alice Sinkner, 2013
Award winning
Priscilla and Rosy
Sharon Jennings, Sharon Jennings Maureen Luke Luke Luke L A Maureen Peter Gary Gary Gary Gary Gary Gary Gary, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging narrative fosters creativity and imagination.
Characters exemplify teamwork and friendship values.
Encourages emotional intelligence and empathy in children.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Priscilla and Rosy
Sharon Jennings, Sharon Jennings Maureen Luke Luke Luke L A Maureen Peter Gary Gary Gary Gary Gary Gary Gary, 2001
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
Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Engaging superhero-themed storyline sparks imagination.
Characters embody teamwork and perseverance.
Enhances reading skills through graphic novel format.
Encourages moral lessons and empathy development.

Dog Man: The Scarlet Shedder: A Graphic Novel (Dog Man #12)
Dav Pilkey, 2024
Award winning
The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
113 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with thrilling adventures.
Enhances empathy through relatable sibling dynamics.
Fosters creativity and problem-solving skills.
Encourages shared reading with captivating storytelling.

The Adventures of William and Thomas (I Told You So! Book 1)
Mark Gunning, Stephanie Sims, 2023
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
A House Board Book
Kevin Henkes, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Bright, colorful illustrations captivate young children's attention. - Simple, rhythmic text supports early language development. - Durable board book format withstands toddler handling. - Encourages visual and tactile exploration.

