Books like Hippopotamuses
Baboons
Margaret Ann Dahl, 2021
26 pages
Why to read
Explores baboon behavior through engaging narrative.
Introduces wildlife conservation in a child-friendly manner.
Encourages empathy and understanding of animal habitats.
Colorful illustrations complement easy-to-follow text.

Baboons
Margaret Ann Dahl, 2021
Award winning
The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 2024
45 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of animal behavior and communication.
Engaging hands-on activities to strengthen learning.
Fosters empathy and responsible pet care.
Supports language skills and cognitive development.

The Horse Whisperer's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Horse Communication
Bright Publishers, 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
Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity with engaging supernatural elements.
Encourages teamwork and bravery among characters.
Illustrations complement and enrich the storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with age-appropriate language.

Things in the Basement
Ben Hatke, 2023
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
InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
208 pages
Why to read
Engaging and adventurous narrative.
Characters exhibit teamwork and resourcefulness.
Enhances curiosity and deductive reasoning.
Enjoyable, interactive reading journey.

InvestiGators: Agents of S.U.I.T.: From Badger to Worse
John Green, Christopher Hastings, 2024
Award winning
Sloths
James Maclaine, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Engages young readers with vibrant, educational sloth facts.
Illustrates sloth behavior through captivating, colorful imagery.
Supports understanding of wildlife and environmental conservation.
Ideal for shared reading sessions, enhancing family bonds.

Sloths
James Maclaine, 2022
Award winning
The Adventures of Ellie & Boo
Millie Kerr, 2020
128 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure story fosters imagination in young readers.
Features strong, relatable role models for children.
Encourages environmental awareness and animal conservation.
Supports language development and literacy skills.

