Books like Good Night, Little Blue Truck
The Polar Pair
Callen Breed, 2023
55 pages
Why to read
Adventurous tale of friendship in the Arctic wilderness.
Enhances empathy and understanding through diverse animal characters.
Encourages teamwork and creative problem-solving skills.
Vivid illustrations captivate and engage young readers.

The Polar Pair
Callen Breed, 2023
Award winning
Mr Dog and the Faraway Fox (Mr Dog)
Steve Cole, Ben Fogle, Nikolas Ilic, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Adventure-driven storyline fosters curiosity and exploration.
Character Mr. Dog teaches compassion and friendship.
Encourages empathy towards animals and nature.
Supports development of reading skills and vocabulary.

Mr Dog and the Faraway Fox (Mr Dog)
Steve Cole, Ben Fogle, Nikolas Ilic, 2020
Award winning
Romeo and Jaxson's Paw-Some Adventures: Making a New Friend
Carol Quinn-Schrader, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Exciting adventure about friendship and cooperation.
Enhances social skills and empathy in young readers.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage children.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing bonding and conversation.

Romeo and Jaxson's Paw-Some Adventures: Making a New Friend
Carol Quinn-Schrader, 2023
Award winning
The Umbrella
Beth Ferry, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Captivating story encourages creativity and exploration.
Characters teach valuable lessons in teamwork and resilience.
Enhances vocabulary and comprehension skills through engaging narrative.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Umbrella
Beth Ferry, 2023
Award winning
Radar's Big Adventure: The Story of a Real-Life One-Eared Donkey and His Extra-Special Friends
Anna R. Matsumoto, Emma Matsumoto, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through unique animal characters.
Encourages empathy and understanding.
Inspiring resilience and overcoming challenges.
Fun, heartwarming story for family bonding.

Radar's Big Adventure: The Story of a Real-Life One-Eared Donkey and His Extra-Special Friends
Anna R. Matsumoto, Emma Matsumoto, 2023
Award winning
Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
64 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with captivating starry tales.
Characters teach valuable emotional and social lessons.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories
Jarvis, 2024
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.

This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Award winning
Only for a Little While
Gabriela Orozco Belt, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale about the value of time and change.
Encourages resilience and adaptability in young readers.
Enhances emotional intelligence and empathy.
Supports literacy skills through engaging narrative.

