Books like Jibberwillies at Night
Award winning
The Green Frogs: A Korean Folktale
Yumi Heo, 1996
32 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of respect and family loyalty.
Vivid illustrations captivate and spark imagination.
Introduces Korean culture and traditional values.
Encourages obedience and understanding between generations.
The Green Frogs: A Korean Folktale
Yumi Heo, 1996
Award winning
Justin Case: School, Drool, and Other Daily Disasters (Justin Case Series, 1)
Rachel Vail, 2010
272 pages
Why to read
Captures school life with humor and authenticity.
Encourages resilience and self-expression among young readers.
Supports emotional development and empathy.
Engaging narrative that boosts reading interest.
Justin Case: School, Drool, and Other Daily Disasters (Justin Case Series, 1)
Rachel Vail, 2010
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
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
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
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.
Creepy Crayon! (Creepy Tales!)
Peter Brown, Reynolds Aaron, Aaron Hartzler, 2022
Award winning
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores magical, whimsical Christmas mysteries.
Encourages curiosity and imaginative thinking.
Engaging, relatable narrative for young readers.
Perfect for festive family reading sessions.
How Does Santa Go Down the Chimney?
Mac Barnett, 2023
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through storytelling and drawing.
Builds confidence with relatable, problem-solving characters.
Encourages teamwork and collaborative play.
Supports linguistic and artistic development.
