Books like Holidays at Roselands
Award winning
Mary Poppins Opens the Door
P. L. Travers, 1943
272 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of adventure and magical realism.
Enhances vocabulary through rich, descriptive language.
Encourages creativity and curiosity in young readers.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.
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Mary Poppins Opens the Door
P. L. Travers, 1943
Award winning
The Birds' Christmas Carol (Illustrated)
Kate Douglass Wiggin, Kate Douglas Wiggin, 2018
80 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale of generosity and holiday spirit.
Enriches empathy and understanding in young readers.
Beautiful illustrations enhance engagement and comprehension.
Perfect for family reading during the holiday season.

The Birds' Christmas Carol (Illustrated)
Kate Douglass Wiggin, Kate Douglas Wiggin, 2018
Award winning
Sesame Street: I'll Miss You, Mr. Hooper (Books for Young Readers)
Sesame Street, Joe Mathieu, Norman Stiles, 1984
19 pages
Why to read
Tackles themes of loss with sensitivity and understanding.
Strengthens emotional intelligence and coping skills.
Features beloved Sesame Street characters for relatability.
Encourages conversations about difficult topics.

Sesame Street: I'll Miss You, Mr. Hooper (Books for Young Readers)
Sesame Street, Joe Mathieu, Norman Stiles, 1984
Award winning
Anna Hibiscus Series
Atinuke, 2020
112 pages
Why to read
Vivid depiction of contemporary African life.
Challenges and adventures enhance emotional intellect.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation.
Stimulates discussions on family and community values.

Anna Hibiscus Series
Atinuke, 2020
Award winning
Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Miriam Halahmy, 2021
128 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience in adverse situations.
Encourages empathy and understanding towards refugees.
Strengthens emotional intelligence through character experiences.
Supports discussions on history and humanity.

Saving Hanno: A Refugee Boy and His Dog
Miriam Halahmy, 2021
Award winning
Going Down Home with Daddy
Kelly Starling Lyons, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family, heritage, and multigenerational bonds.
Enhances understanding of African American culture and history.
Empowers children through relatable, strong character representations.
Encourages family connections and storytelling traditions.

Going Down Home with Daddy
Kelly Starling Lyons, 2019
Award winning
The Scarecrow
Beth Ferry, Terry Fan, 2019
40 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming tale, enhancing emotional intelligence.
Encourages empathy and kindness in children.
Strengthens parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Supports early literacy and language skills.

The Scarecrow
Beth Ferry, Terry Fan, 2019
Award winning
The Night Dragon
Naomi Howarth, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and self-confidence in overcoming challenges.
Stunning illustrations enhance engagement and visual interpretation.
Encourages empathy and understanding diverse perspectives.
Ideal for bedtime storytelling, strengthens family bonds.

