Books like Little Lion Girl
Award winning
Mango - The little pink caterpillar
Jérémie Kaiser, 2021
87 pages
Why to read
Encourages self-discovery through colorful, engaging narratives.
Fosters emotional growth and resilience in young readers.
Illustrations captivate and stimulate visual learning.
Supports early literacy skills with simple, rhythmic text.

Mango - The little pink caterpillar
Jérémie Kaiser, 2021
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Take Me to Laolao
Kelly Zhang, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and bilingual language skills.
Strengthens family bonds through shared reading moments.
Supports emotional development with relatable themes.

Take Me to Laolao
Kelly Zhang, 2024
The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
149 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid, captivating puppet characters.
Stimulates creativity and imagination through interactive storytelling.
Encourages empathy and understanding between diverse characters.
Ideal for enhancing communication and social skills.

The Puppets of Spelhorst
Kate Dicamillo, 2023
Bluey: Sleepytime
Penguin Random House Australia, Bluey, 2024
16 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with comforting storytelling.
Supports emotional development through relatable family dynamics.
Encourages imagination with engaging, playful narrative.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthening family bonds.

Bluey: Sleepytime
Penguin Random House Australia, Bluey, 2024
Bean The Stretchy Dragon: A Sally & Bean Adventure
Ari Stocrate, 2023
96 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure encourages curiosity and imagination.
Features relatable characters fostering emotional development.
Enhances problem-solving through playful storytelling.
Supports language skills with rhythmic, accessible text.

Bean The Stretchy Dragon: A Sally & Bean Adventure
Ari Stocrate, 2023
The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
314 pages
Why to read
Explores themes of bravery and self-discovery.
Encourages empathy and emotional growth in readers.
Stimulates imagination with vivid, creative storytelling.
Supports development of a strong moral compass.

The Boy Who Fell From the Sky
Benjamin Dean, 2024
Award winning
Greeking Out: Epic Retellings of Classic Greek Myths
Kenny Curtis, Jillian Hughes, 2023
192 pages
Why to read
Vivid retelling of classic Greek myths.
Encourages historical knowledge and cultural appreciation.
Stimulates imagination and creative thinking.
Engaging and educational for young readers.

