Books like Mr. Carey's Garden
Award winning
The Cello of Mr. O
Jane Cutler, Greg Couch, 1999
32 pages
Why to read
Highlights resilience and hope through music.
Encourages empathy and community bonding.
Enhances understanding of conflict impacts on children.
Supports emotional development and coping strategies.

The Cello of Mr. O
Jane Cutler, Greg Couch, 1999
Award winning
Little Country Cottage: A Winter Treasury of Recipes, Crafts and Wisdom
Angela Ferraro-Fanning, 2021
96 pages
Why to read
Celebrates winter traditions with cozy, creative activities.
Encourages family bonding through recipes and crafts.
Cultivates appreciation for seasons and nature.
Supports developmental skills in practical settings.

Little Country Cottage: A Winter Treasury of Recipes, Crafts and Wisdom
Angela Ferraro-Fanning, 2021
Award winning
Martin Makes a Dinosaur Cake
Lisette Starr, 2021
36 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through baking and dinosaur-themed adventure.
Illustrates problem-solving in a fun, engaging manner.
Strengthens reading skills with simple, captivating language.
Encourages family bonding over shared reading time.

Martin Makes a Dinosaur Cake
Lisette Starr, 2021
Award winning
African Proverbs for Kids: Helps kids enhance critical thinking skills to become analytical and logical
Teslim T., 2023
33 pages
Why to read
Enhances critical thinking through engaging African proverbs.
Helps develop analytical skills in a cultural context.
Fosters logical thinking in real-world situations.
Encourages reflective and thoughtful conversations.

African Proverbs for Kids: Helps kids enhance critical thinking skills to become analytical and logical
Teslim T., 2023
Award winning
Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.

Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
April's Garden
Isla McGuckin, Isla (Izzy) McGuckin, 2023
123 pages
Why to read
Engages young minds with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages empathy through April's heartwarming journey.
Supports language development with simple, rhythmic text.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

April's Garden
Isla McGuckin, Isla (Izzy) McGuckin, 2023
Award winning
Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience, hope, and personal empowerment.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.
Perfect for family bonding over shared reading times.

Bright Star
Yuyi Morales, 2021
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.

