Books like I'm Going to Give You a Bear Hug!
Award winning
Touch the Sky, My Little Bear
David Bedford, 2001
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters emotional growth through imaginative storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills for young readers.
Supports parent-child bonding through shared reading moments.
Encourages exploration and curiosity about the natural world.

Touch the Sky, My Little Bear
David Bedford, 2001
Once Upon a Giraffe
Ken Wilson Max, Tumi K. Steyn, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Whimsical tale enhances children’s imaginative thinking.
Giraffe character builds emotional connection and empathy.
Encourages curiosity and exploration through storytelling.
Supports early language and literacy development.

Once Upon a Giraffe
Ken Wilson Max, Tumi K. Steyn, 2024
Award winning
Catside Up, Catside Down
Anna Hrachovec, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores problem-solving through playful cat antics.
Enhances creativity with reversible cat scenarios.
Encourages interactive reading and family involvement.
Builds early language and cognitive skills.

Catside Up, Catside Down
Anna Hrachovec, 2023
Award winning
Nell and the Cave Bear
Martin Brown, 2021
176 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale sparks imagination and curiosity.
Encourages empathy by exploring Nell's relatable challenges.
Supports cognitive development through problem-solving narrative.
Engages young readers with vibrant, captivating illustrations.

Nell and the Cave Bear
Martin Brown, 2021
Award winning
The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and creativity in challenging situations.
Stresses the importance of family and togetherness.
Enhances mindfulness and emotional intelligence.
Celebrates cultural diversity and heritage.

The Year We Learned to Fly
Jacqueline Woodson, 2022
Award winning
Time for Bed's Story
Monica Arnaldo, 2020
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages routine with a fun, gentle bedtime narrative.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark young imaginations.
Fosters emotional development through relatable characters.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading time.

Time for Bed's Story
Monica Arnaldo, 2020
Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Enhances understanding of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages creativity through interactive storytelling.
Fosters emotional and social development.
Ideal for early readers, engaging and fun.

Build-A-Bear Workshop: Friendship Book
Acton Figueroa, 2004
Award winning
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
42 pages
Why to read
Engaging, suspenseful narrative captivates young readers' attention.
Encourages creativity and curiosity through whimsical storytelling.
Illustrates problem-solving skills in a fun, approachable way.
Strengthens reading comprehension and retention in young minds.

