Books like It's Busy Down in the Woods Today: Friends to Meet, Places to Explore, and Over 100 Things to Find (Brown Bear Wood)
Keeping Cosy and Snuggling Up: 100 Cosy Things to Spot (Brown Bear Wood)
Rachel Pierce, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Illustrated guide to cozy, comforting objects and scenes.
Encourages observation skills through seek-and-find elements.
Promotes vocabulary expansion and descriptive language use.
Ideal for bonding during family reading time.

Keeping Cosy and Snuggling Up: 100 Cosy Things to Spot (Brown Bear Wood)
Rachel Pierce, 2023
Bedtime Stories: Incredible Irish Tales from the Past
Rachel Pierce, unknown author, 2022
128 pages
Why to read
Rich Irish folklore captivates and educates young minds.
Enhances cultural awareness and appreciation through storytelling.
Encourages creativity and imagination before bedtime.
Supports emotional and social development.

Bedtime Stories: Incredible Irish Tales from the Past
Rachel Pierce, unknown author, 2022
Award winning
Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
112 pages
Why to read
Adventure-packed story aids in confidence-building.
Encourages empathy through Rainbow's unique challenges.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary expansion.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Surviving the Wild: Rainbow the Koala
Remy Lai, 2024
An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
320 pages
Why to read
Lively humor hooks young readers.
Teaches patience and gratitude.
Perfect length for nightly read-alouds.
Boosts sight-word recognition.

An Elephant & Piggie Biggie! Volume 5 (An Elephant and Piggie Book)
Mo Willems, 2025
The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
272 pages
Why to read
Timeless friendship tale.
Vivid illustrations enhance imagination.
Advanced yet musical language.
Humor balances gentle life lessons.

The Wind in the Willows – 90th anniversary gift edition: With original artwork, by Winnie-the-Pooh illustrator, E. H. Shepard
Kenneth Grahame, 2025
A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
32 pages
Why to read
Promotes kindness and gratitude.
Perfect length for beginners.
Funny animal antics entertain.
Beautiful, timeless illustrations.

A Kiss for Little Bear (I Can Read Level 1)
Else Holmelund Minarik, 2025
Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Heartwarming Chinatown adventure.
Funny, low-stakes detective plot.
Celebrates empathy and belonging.
Rich, lively middle-grade voice.

Magnolia Wu Unfolds It All: (A Newbery Honor Book)
Chanel Miller, 2024
A Visit to Brambly Hedge: An illustrated companion to the world of Brambly Hedge, perfect for collectors and fans of Jill Barklem!
Jill Barklem, Jane Fior, 2025
112 pages
Why to read
Rich, detailed illustrations reward close looking.
Highlights teamwork and caring friendships.
Introduces countryside ecology softly.
Perfect gateway to classic Brambly Hedge tales.

