Books like Monsters at Christmas: Volume 2
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
Award winning
The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story
J.R. Buchta, John R. Buchta, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Captivating Christmas adventure sparks imagination.
Relatable child protagonist enhances connection.
Encourages empathy and festive spirit.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.
The Wonderful Once: A Christmas Story
J.R. Buchta, John R. Buchta, 2023
Nessie Celebrates Christmas: A Picture Book (Nessie's Untold Tales)
Isla Wynter, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Festive, heartwarming storyline delights and educates young readers.
Engages children's imagination with vivid, colorful illustrations.
Encourages understanding of diverse holiday traditions.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging narrative.
Nessie Celebrates Christmas: A Picture Book (Nessie's Untold Tales)
Isla Wynter, 2019
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
Award winning
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
176 pages
Why to read
Inventive plot encourages creativity and unconventional thinking.
Characters display resilience and teamwork throughout the story.
Introduces children to friendship dynamics and collaboration.
Light-hearted humor supports engaged, joyful reading.
Iguana Boy Saves the World with a Triple Cheese Pizza
James Bishop, 2025
The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!
Louise Fitzgerald, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Swift, engaging narrative ideal for bedtime.
Encourages quick, imaginative thinking in children.
Soothing, rhythmic language aids in relaxation.
Perfect length to maintain young attention spans.
The Quickest Bedtime Story Ever!
Louise Fitzgerald, 2024
Award winning
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
205 pages
Why to read
Engages creativity through adventure-packed, imaginative storytelling.
Strengthens problem-solving skills within a familiar game world.
Fosters a love for reading through relatable characters.
Encourages strategic thinking and decision-making.
Dave the Villager 49: An Unofficial Minecraft Series
Dave Villager, 2023
Award winning
This Baby. That Baby.
Cari Best, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity through dynamic, relatable baby characters.
Engaging rhythmic text enhances phonetic awareness.
Stimulates early language development and social skills.
Bright illustrations captivate and maintain child's interest.
