Books like Little Platypus: A Day in the Life of a Platypus Puggle
Award winning
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages outdoor exploration and curiosity in children.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and stimulate visual perception.
Enhances vocabulary through repetitive and rhythmic patterns.
Supports early learning about nature and animal behavior.
This Little Kitty in the Garden
Karen Obuhanych, 2024
Scar Tail the Platypus
Steve Challis, 2013
76 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure of Scar Tail's unique challenges.
Introduces children to Australian wildlife and habitats.
Encourages empathy and understanding through character interaction.
Captivating illustrations complement the narrative.
Scar Tail the Platypus
Steve Challis, 2013
Award winning
A Good Place
Lucy Cousins, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, visually engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Encourages exploration of environmental themes and friendship.
Supports language development and early reading skills.
Ideal for interactive read-aloud sessions with children.
A Good Place
Lucy Cousins, 2022
Award winning
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
240 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure, perfect for young readers.
Builds critical thinking through unique story arcs.
Enhances literacy with creative wordplay and language.
Supports moral development and teamwork values.
Dog Man: Twenty Thousand Fleas Under the Sea
Dav Pilkey, 2023
Award winning
Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm
Morgan Gold, 2023
164 pages
Why to read
Captivating farm adventure sparks children’s imagination.
Toby, a relatable and lovable canine character.
Encourages empathy and understanding through animal interactions.
Supports language development with simple, engaging narrative.
Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm
Morgan Gold, 2023
Award winning
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
528 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled storyline sparks children’s curiosity and imagination. - Vibrant, relatable characters encourage empathy and emotional growth. - Enhances problem-solving skills through engaging narrative challenges. - Supports language development and literacy in early learners.
Big Tree
Brian Selznick, 2023
Award winning
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
272 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of bravery and compassion.
Highlights the importance of forgiveness and hope.
Encourages empathy and understanding through diverse characters.
Stimulates young imagination with whimsical storytelling.
The Tale of Despereaux: Being the Story of a Mouse, a Princess, Some Soup, and a Spool of Thread
Kate Dicamillo, Timothy Basil Ering, 2023
Award winning
Bearded Dragons!: A My Incredible World Picture Book for Children
Hope Aicher, My Incredible World, 2023
24 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Educational content about bearded dragons’ habitats and behaviors.
Encourages curiosity and learning about nature and wildlife.
Perfect for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
