Books like Maisy's Surprise Birthday Party
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
Yummy: Eight Favorite Fairy Tales
Lucy Cousins, 2009
128 pages
Why to read
Vibrant, engaging illustrations captivate young readers.
Classic fairy tales with a fresh, accessible twist.
Supports language development and narrative understanding.
Encourages creativity and moral reasoning in children.

Yummy: Eight Favorite Fairy Tales
Lucy Cousins, 2009
Award winning
Maisy's Toys Los Juguetes de Maisy: A Maisy Dual Language Book
Lucy Cousins, 2001
16 pages
Why to read
Bilingual Learning: 'Maisy's Toys Los Juguetes de Maisy' is a dual language book that provides an excellent opportunity for children to learn and practice vocabulary in both English and Spanish, making it a valuable resource for language development.
Cultural Exposure: Reading this book exposes children to a different language and culture, which can foster an appreciation for diversity and encourage curiosity about the world around them.
Engaging Content: Lucy Cousins' Maisy books are known for their charming illustrations and engaging content that captivates young readers, making the learning experience enjoyable and memorable.
Cognitive Development: Engaging with a dual language book can enhance cognitive skills such as problem-solving and memory. It can also improve a child's ability to switch between tasks and languages, a skill known as cognitive flexibility.

Maisy's Toys Los Juguetes de Maisy: A Maisy Dual Language Book
Lucy Cousins, 2001
Award winning
Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Captivating storyline celebrating milestones and growth.
Characters exhibit realistic emotions and decisions.
Enhances understanding of friendship and sharing.
Supports social skills development through engaging narrative.

Karen's Birthday
Ann M. Martin, 2023
Award winning
Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, 1989
30 pages
Why to read
Fosters social skills through interactive, engaging narrative.
Encourages empathy by exploring diverse characters and perspectives.
Supports language development with rich, descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for cooperative read-along sessions between parents and children.

Surprise Party
Sharon Gordon, 1989
Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
447 pages
Why to read
Interactive mystery enhances problem-solving skills.
Engages readers with a thrilling, suspenseful narrative.
Encourages critical thinking through clue gathering.
Supports literacy and focus improvement in young readers.

Solve Your Own Mystery: The Transylvanian Express
Gareth P. Jones, 2023
Award winning
The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure enhances children’s creative thinking.
Encourages empathy through diverse, relatable character experiences.
Supports cognitive development with engaging narrative challenges.
Strengthens reading skills, perfect for family bonding.

The Red Jacket
Bob Holt, 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.

