Books like My Friend Andy
Award winning
Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
224 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity through engaging, colorful illustrations.
Encourages teamwork and collaboration among characters.
Supports development of reading and interpretative skills.
Reassures young readers to pursue their creative passions.

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose
Dav Pilkey, 2022
Award winning
Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
224 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with whimsically spooky narratives.
Strengthens reading skills, enriches vocabulary.
Encourages emotional intelligence through relatable fears.
Ideal for shared parent-child reading moments.

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Spooky Stories
Jeff Kinney, 2021
Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Enhances bedtime routines with calming, thoughtful narratives.
Encourages emotional development and empathy in children.
Supports language skills and vocabulary expansion.
Provides cozy, bonding moments for parents and children.

Good Night Thoughts
Max Greenfield, James Serafino, 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
Where's Bearry?
Joe Gatto, 2024
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging hide-and-seek adventure enhances observational skills.
Charming, relatable bear character boosts empathy in children.
Interactive storyline promotes critical thinking and problem-solving.
Ideal read-aloud book fosters family bonding and literacy.

Where's Bearry?
Joe Gatto, 2024
Award winning
Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story fosters creative thinking and imagination.
Humorous narrative, ideal for enjoyable family reading time.
Teaches important lessons about responsibility and decision-making.
Vibrant illustrations captivate and hold children’s attention.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Sleigh!
Mo Willems, 2023
Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging, fun-filled adventurous tale.
Encourages creativity and problem-solving skills.
Delightfully quirky, relatable characters.
Supports language development through playful storytelling.

Pizza Shark
Mike Lowery, 2024
Award winning
The Christmas Pig
J.K. Rowling, Jim Field, 2021
288 pages
Why to read
Captivating adventure sparks imagination and joy.
Teaches values of friendship, loyalty, and hope.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding in children.
Ideal for family shared reading and discussion.

