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
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 Friendly Scorpion (WE CAN DO! Stories for Brave Little Kids (Separated Books))
Daniel Gershkovitz, 2020
34 pages
Why to read
Promotes bravery and perseverance in young readers.
Inspires teamwork and friendship through engaging narratives.
Enhances emotional understanding and empathy.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Friendly Scorpion (WE CAN DO! Stories for Brave Little Kids (Separated Books))
Daniel Gershkovitz, 2020
Award winning
The Moon in the Sky: Poems Your Kids Would Have Written
Bruce Shutts, 2021
34 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity through playful, imaginative poetry.
Enhances language skills with rhythmic, easy-to-follow verses.
Encourages emotional expression and empathy development.
Ideal for interactive, enjoyable family reading time.

The Moon in the Sky: Poems Your Kids Would Have Written
Bruce Shutts, 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.

