Books like Gymnastica Fantastica!
Award winning
Teddy's Favorite Toy
Christian Trimmer, 2018
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity and resilience in problem-solving.
Highlights gender inclusivity and breaking stereotypes.
Encourages empathy and understanding through engaging narrative.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Teddy's Favorite Toy
Christian Trimmer, 2018
Award winning
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
44 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and adventure through imaginative storytelling.
Encourages emotional growth and empathy.
Strengthens parent-child bonding during shared reading.
Supports language development and vocabulary expansion.
We Became Jaguars
Dave Eggers, 2021
Award winning
Rainy Days with Bear
Maureen Hull, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters imagination and emotional growth.
Features relatable, endearing characters for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Rainy Days with Bear
Maureen Hull, 2016
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 4 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Teaches empathy with humor.
Boosts early reading confidence.
Shows creative problem-solving.
Perfect for shared giggles.
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 4 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
Award winning
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Celebrates creativity through fun, magical adventures.
Enhances emotional understanding and friendships.
Engages young readers with humor and wit.
Strengthens reading skills and vocabulary development.
Unicorn Famous: Another Phoebe and Her Unicorn Adventure
Dana Simpson, 2021
Stink: The Big Bad Badgers
Megan McDonald, 2025
160 pages
Why to read
Funny nature-mystery keeps pages turning.
Introduces real wildlife science.
Promotes teamwork and responsibility.
User-friendly length and illustrations.
Stink: The Big Bad Badgers
Megan McDonald, 2025
Award winning
Maggie's Monkeys
Linda Sanders-Wells, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Imaginative story sparks creativity and emotional understanding.
Relatable sibling dynamics enhance connection and empathy.
Encourages acceptance and problem-solving skills.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions.
Maggie's Monkeys
Linda Sanders-Wells, 2009
Award winning
Like Lava in My Veins
Derrick Barnes, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Explores emotional regulation through creative storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Supports development of coping strategies in children.
Engaging narrative that strengthens reading skills.
