Books like Giraffe and a Half
Award winning
The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story, fosters emotional growth.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading.
Addresses resilience, courage, and self-acceptance.

The Bear With Long Hair: Bartholomew Bear in...
Lisette Starr, 2023
There's a Bear in Your Book
Tom Fletcher, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive reading fosters engagement and excitement.
Encourages empathy by interacting with the bear character.
Boosts comprehension through playful problem-solving.
Supports verbal skills with repetitive, rhythmic phrases.

There's a Bear in Your Book
Tom Fletcher, 2023
Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear: Tales of Before it All Began
Jane Riordan, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Prequel tales spark imagination, explore Pooh's origins.
Supports early language development through narrative storytelling.
Encourages emotional intelligence, friendship values.
Whimsical illustrations enhance visual engagement.

Winnie-the-Pooh: Once There Was a Bear: Tales of Before it All Began
Jane Riordan, 2021
Bunny vs Monkey: Bunny Bonanza!
Jamie Smart, 2024
224 pages
Why to read
Dynamic adventure encourages creative problem-solving skills.
Humorous storyline, engaging for young readers.
Reinforces themes of friendship and cooperation.
Captivating illustrations enhance storytelling and interest.

Bunny vs Monkey: Bunny Bonanza!
Jamie Smart, 2024
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging tales of friendship and adventure.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports early development of problem-solving skills.
Ideal for cozy, shared reading sessions.

Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories
Jon-Erik Lappano, 2024
Award winning
Yours Sincerely, Giraffe
Megumi Iwasa, 2011
104 pages
Why to read
Sparks curiosity through humorous and whimsical storytelling.
Enhances understanding of friendship and communication.
Encourages creative thinking and letter writing skills.
Delightful read-aloud for parents and children.

Yours Sincerely, Giraffe
Megumi Iwasa, 2011
A Bear, a Bee, and a Honey Tree
Daniel Bernstrom, 2022
36 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creativity and imagination.
Characters teach valuable lessons in problem-solving.
Vibrant illustrations enhance reading engagement.
Supports early literacy and language development.

A Bear, a Bee, and a Honey Tree
Daniel Bernstrom, 2022
Giraffe is Tall: Independent Reading Green 5
Sue Graves, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Boosts early literacy with simple, repetitive text.
Colorful illustrations engage young readers' visual understanding.
Theme focuses on physical differences, promoting inclusivity.
Encourages independent reading in early learners.

